New violations have come to light following summer inspections by the Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) targeting businesses on the islands of Naxos and Santorini.
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Specifically, three businesses in Santorini were found to have failed to issue a total of 17 receipts worth €35,154.10, resulting in a 48-hour suspension of operations for each establishment.
Among those caught was a well-known Santorini restaurant, set in a picturesque location and widely recognized for hosting private events and weddings, which was found to have failed to issue an invoice worth €19,700. The business was hit with a 48-hour operating suspension.
What the AADE investigations in Naxos and Santorini uncovered
In addition, a mini market was found to have failed to issue an invoice worth €15,300, while another restaurant failed to issue 15 receipts. Both businesses received 48-hour operating suspensions.
On the island of Naxos, inspectors identified a total of 97 violations across three short-term rental properties, with unissued receipts totalling €118,795.45. All applicable fines were imposed on the operators involved.
AADE inspections continue at full force
Tax authority inspections are continuing at an intensified pace across popular tourist destinations, with authorities leveraging digital tools and advanced data cross-referencing capabilities to detect tax evasion and strengthen overall tax compliance.
