ATM fees eliminated: How providers react to new zero-charge rules
Greece eliminates ATM fees from August 11, 2025. Banking providers scramble to adapt business models as new regulations cap withdrawal charges at €1.50.
Economy
August 2025 pensions: Countdown begins for payments, when money hits ATMs
Greek pensioners await August 2025 pension payments starting July 28, with some receiving funds early on July 25. EFKA plans major retroactive payments up to €11,500.
DYPA unemployment voucher up to €2,250: Who qualifies and how to apply
Greece’s DYPA offers unemployment vouchers up to €2,250 for job training. Learn eligibility requirements and application process for this EU-funded program.
Tax Authority: All tax obligations by month-end – What happens with overdue debts
Greek Tax Authority sets July 31st deadline for income tax, property tax, and VAT payments. Learn about payment options, penalties, and installment plans available.
Oil hits weekly high as Brent crude touches $69.47 per barrel
Brent crude hits weekly high at $69.47 as trade optimism boosts energy demand expectations, offsetting Venezuela supply concerns and U.S. inventory decline.
Airbnb: New regulation brings business tax per property
Greece introduces new business tax for Airbnb properties, charging up to €600 per additional property for legal entities with multiple short-term rentals.
ECB keeps interest rates unchanged amid trade uncertainty
ECB maintains interest rates at 2% as economists expect next cut in September amid global trade uncertainty and inflation target progress.
ECB decides on interest rates – Expected to leave them unchanged
European Central Bank expected to keep interest rates unchanged at today’s meeting, pausing rate cuts that began in June 2024 as markets await future policy signals.
New unemployment voucher: Up to €2,250 subsidy from DYPA
Greece announces new unemployment training voucher worth up to €2,250. Remote programs target cutting-edge skills for job seekers over 18 registered with DYPA.
Thessaly Evros Pass 2025: How to claim vacation subsidies
Greece launches Thessaly Evros Pass 2025 offering vacation vouchers up to €200 for disaster-affected regions. Step-by-step guide to claim your tourism subsidy.
Greece prepares protective measures against Trump tariffs on exports
Greece’s Budget Office recommends protective measures for exporters facing potential 30% Trump tariffs on European products, including targeted support and market redirection.
Greece finalizes rent payment rules: When landlords lose 5% tax discount
Greece’s new rent payment rules take effect January 2026, requiring bank transfers or landlords lose 5% tax breaks while tenants forfeit housing subsidies.