Public land buyout program extended: One-year deadline extension
Greece extends public land buyout program deadline by one year until September 2026, giving citizens more time to purchase illegally occupied properties.
Economy
Restaurant sector leads violations with €4.5M in fines
Restaurant sector leads Greek tourism violations with €4.5M in fines from 1,137 penalties, as Labor Inspectorate intensifies summer inspections by 10%.
DYPA special seasonal allowance: When and how to apply
Greek workers in seasonal industries can now apply for DYPA’s special seasonal allowance for 2025 through the gov.gr platform starting September 10.
Countdown begins for rent refund: Actions needed by September 30
Greek taxpayers have until September 30 to check tax code 081 in their declarations to secure rent refunds up to 800 euros, or risk losing the subsidy.
Student housing allowance: Second chance for late applications
Greece’s Ministry of Education reopens student housing allowance applications for three days, giving students a second chance to apply for financial support.
Pierrakakis: We want young people to create, work and live in Greece
Greek Finance Minister announces major tax cuts for young workers under 30, eliminating taxes on income up to €20,000 to encourage youth to stay in Greece.
Military and police salary increases: New pay scale brings raises up to €276 monthly
Greek military and security forces receive major salary increases from €63-276 monthly starting October, with total compensation rising 13-20% annually.
Tax cuts 2026: Who benefits and how much – Complete examples
Greek workers and families will see significant salary increases from January 2026 due to major tax cuts, with benefits reaching up to €370 monthly for higher earners.
Greek retirees see quadruple pension boost with increases up to €1,200
Greek retirees will benefit from four major pension reforms in 2026, including increases up to €1,200 annually and the abolition of personal difference restrictions.
Branded diamonds become the new “blue chip” investments
War and sanctions reshape diamond markets as luxury brands become premier investment choices. Hong Kong auction features Bulgari, Cartier pieces worth millions.
Greece posts €8.7bn surplus in 8 months as tax revenue hits €46.7bn
Greece achieves €8.7 billion budget surplus in eight months, driven by strong tax revenue performance of €46.7 billion, significantly exceeding targets.
New era for green taxes: Government advances tax reform
Greece’s Finance Ministry launches comprehensive green tax reform, aiming to balance economic sustainability with environmental goals by 2030.