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Greece: Economic package, wage increases, and social reforms
Overview
Greece continues to expand its social welfare and economic reforms. In September 2026, the government implemented a progressive birth allowance for large families, removing previous caps to provide an additional 1,000 euros for each child beyond the fourth.
Pensioner support has been updated with a tax-free annual financial aid increase to 400 euros, scheduled for distribution on November 30, 2026. This measure removes income and asset restrictions, extending benefits to approximately 2.2 million recipients, including those over 65, widows, and individuals with disabilities. However, the Unified Retirees Network (ENDISY) criticized the move as a mere ‘handout’ that fails to address inflation and excludes 300,000 pensioners under age 65.
Administrative and employment services have seen significant activity. The Public Employment Service (DYPA) opened electronic applications for the 2026 special seasonal allowance, targeting approximately 80,000 seasonal workers in sectors like tourism and construction with payments between 719 and 1,438 euros. DYPA also reported that 27 of its 28 nursery stations are operational, providing childcare to 1,394 children.
Additionally, e-EFKA and DYPA scheduled the distribution of approximately 65 million euros in mid-September 2026 to cover unemployment, maternity leave, and subsidized employment programs. Regarding child benefits, the OPEKA platform for A21 payments underwent scheduled maintenance in September to facilitate the fourth installment, with subsequent payments expected through the end of the year. Agricultural support remains available via the AADE platform for the transfer of basic income support rights.
Entities
Greece · e-EFKA · Kyriakos Mitsotakis · DYPA · Greek government
Claims
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"e‑EFKA will refund €1,800,000 to 498 beneficiaries on 29 July 2026 for over‑paid contributions for 2024‑2025."
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"e‑EFKA disbursed €1 774 093,27 in refunds on 29 July 2026."
The claims provide different amounts for the e-EFKA refunds on 29 July 2026 (€1,800,000 vs €1,774,093.27).
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"The refunds were paid to 491 beneficiaries."
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"e‑EFKA will refund €1,800,000 to 498 beneficiaries on 29 July 2026 for over‑paid contributions for 2024‑2025."
The claims provide different numbers of beneficiaries for the e-EFKA refunds on 29 July 2026 (498 vs 491).
- [DISPUTED] e‑EFKA will refund €1,800,000 to 498 beneficiaries on 29 July 2026 for over‑paid contributions for 2024‑2025.
- [DISPUTED] e‑EFKA disbursed €1 774 093,27 in refunds on 29 July 2026.
- [DISPUTED] The refunds were paid to 491 beneficiaries.
- [● 46 SOURCES] Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a package of measures at the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair. www.pozarnews.gr · www.ertnews.gr · www.mononews.gr · www.energygame.gr · www.reader.gr · +41 more
- [● 33 SOURCES] The minimum debt amount eligible for restructuring is lowered from €10,000 to €5,000.
- [● 33 SOURCES] Applicants must disclose detailed income, assets and liabilities and consent to the removal of tax‑ and banking‑confidentiality.
- [● 33 SOURCES] The government estimates that up to one million additional debtors could benefit from the new mechanism.
- [● 29 SOURCES] e‑EFKA will pay €1,113,621,125.94 to 1,655,856 beneficiaries on 30 July 2026 for main and supplementary pensions.
- [● 29 SOURCES] A total of €2,492,777,459.09 will be paid to 4,333,061 beneficiaries between 27‑31 July 2026.
- [● 28 SOURCES] e‑EFKA will pay €14,500,000 to 650 beneficiaries between 27‑31 July 2026 as one‑off decisions.
- [● 26 SOURCES] The new electronic platform for Greece’s extrajudicial debt‑relief mechanism opens on Monday 27 July 2026.
- [● 26 SOURCES] The minimum monthly payment under the new mechanism is €50 and the interest rate is fixed at 3 % for the whole period.
Timeline
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about 24 hours ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesDYPA opens 2026 seasonal allowance applications in GreeceDYPA has opened applications for the 2026 seasonal allowance in Greece, providing between 719 and 1,438 euros to eligible seasonal workers through November 30, 2026.
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1 day ago
[POLITICS] 8 sourcesDYPA nursery stations host 1,394 children across GreeceGreece's Public Employment Service (DYPA) has opened 27 nursery stations, providing free childcare and education to 1,394 children nationwide to support working and unemployed families.
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1 day ago
[POLITICS] 39 sourcesGreece increases pensioner subsidy to 400 eurosGreece will increase its annual pensioner subsidy to 400 euros on November 30, 2026, removing income criteria for those over 65 and expanding eligibility to approximately 2.2 million citizens.
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1 day ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece to increase birth allowance for large familiesGreece will increase birth allowances for large families starting January 1, 2026, adding 1,000 euros per child beyond the fourth to support households with multiple dependents.
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1 day ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcese-EFKA and DYPA to distribute 65 million euros to Greek beneficiariese-EFKA and DYPA will distribute 65 million euros to over 64,000 Greek beneficiaries between September 14-18, 2026, covering unemployment, maternity, and seasonal aid.
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2 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece unemployment benefits undergo changes with new scaled modelGreece is implementing a new scaled unemployment benefit model through DYPA, where payments decrease over time based on salary and insurance history, amid debates over benefit duration.
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3 days ago
[POLITICS] 11 sourcesGreece announces updates to child benefits, agricultural rights, and seasonal aidGreece announces several social benefit updates: the OPΕΚΑ child benefit platform closes temporarily for processing, agricultural rights transfers are due by September 15, and DYPA seasonal aid applications are
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4 days ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesGreece announces major reforms to preschool education and family supportGreece's Minister of Social Cohesion and Family announced new preschool education reforms, including higher income thresholds, unconditional access for large families, and increased childcare vouchers.
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4 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece announces 23 billion euros in social and economic programsGreek officials announced 23 billion euros in social and economic programs, while opposition leaders challenged the government's claims regarding fiscal constraints and the possibility of a 13th pension.
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4 days ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesGreece expands childcare subsidies for student mothersGreece is expanding its ‘Neighborhood Babysitters’ program, offering student mothers up to 300 euros monthly for childcare to support their academic pursuits.
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4 days ago
[BUSINESS] 10 sourcesGreece announces wage hikes and expanded social benefitsGreece announces wage and benefit increases, including a minimum wage hike, reduced social security contributions for private employees, and expanded 400-euro monthly supplements for pensioners.
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5 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece to implement annual inflation-linked disability benefit increases from 2027Greece will introduce annual inflation-linked adjustments for disability benefits starting in 2027, benefiting approximately 218,000 citizens with an average yearly increase of 220 euros.
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5 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesAlpha Bank CEO highlights UniCredit partnership as model for Greek businessAlpha Bank CEO Vasilis Psaltis identified the bank's partnership with UniCredit as a model for Greek businesses, emphasizing capital resilience and the role of banks in supporting economic growth.
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6 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesCentral Greece to fund childcare and disability services for 5,750 childrenThe Governor of Central Greece signed a program to provide childcare and creative engagement services for 5,750 children and individuals with disabilities, co-funded by the European Social Fund.
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6 days ago
[POLITICS] 17 sourcesKyriakos Mitsotakis announces 2.2 billion euro economic package at TIFPrime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a 2.2 billion euro economic package at the Thessaloniki International Fair, featuring pension increases, tax relief for farmers, and disability benefit adjustments.
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6 days ago
[POLITICS] 14 sourcesGreece announces new family support package and birth allowancesGreece is launching a new family support package featuring increased birth allowances for large families, expanded childcare voucher eligibility, and boosted funding for student catering.
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7 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece announces permanent Christmas bonus for public employeesGreek public sector employees will receive a permanent 500 euro gross Christmas bonus starting December 2027, with net amounts varying between 257 and 389 euros depending on individual circumstances.
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7 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesGreece announces rent reimbursements for educators and healthcare workersGreek educators and healthcare workers serving in regional areas will receive rent reimbursements in two phases this autumn, covering retroactive 2024 costs and upcoming 2025 expenses.
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7 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece: e-EFKA and DYPA to distribute 38 million euros in benefitse-EFKA and DYPA will distribute 38,020,000 euros to 69,800 beneficiaries in Greece between September 7 and 11, 2026, covering unemployment, maternity, and lump-sum payments.
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8 days ago
[BUSINESS] 24 sourcesGreece announces 2.2 billion euro fiscal package and tax reformsThe Greek government announced a 2.2 billion euro fiscal package for 2027, featuring tax relief for 156,000 self-employed professionals and increased support for pensioners to bolster economic stability.
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9 days ago
[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesGreece economic updates: Unemployment falls and new family tax reliefs announcedGreek economic updates include unemployment falling below 8% for the first time in 18 years, new tax reliefs and increased childcare vouchers for families, and ongoing protests by farmers in Thessaloniki.
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9 days ago
[BUSINESS] 88 sourcesGreece announces economic package with wage and pension increasesGreek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced an economic package featuring wage increases, tax cuts for farmers and families, and enhanced benefits for retirees and public sector workers through 2030.
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9 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece expands rent refund eligibility and income criteria for 2026Greece is expanding rent refund eligibility for 2026, raising income thresholds for single and married households and introducing new property criteria for primary residences.
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9 days ago
[BUSINESS] 9 sourcesGreece announces October 2026 pension payment scheduleGreece has finalized the October 2026 pension payment schedule. Non-salaried pensioners will be paid on September 25, while salaried pensioners will receive funds on September 29.
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9 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcese-EFKA and DYPA to distribute 38 million euros in Greecee-EFKA and DYPA will distribute 38.02 million euros to 69,800 beneficiaries in Greece between September 7 and 11, 2026, covering unemployment, maternity, and lump-sum benefits.
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10 days ago
[POLITICS] 7 sourcesGreece Labor Minister Niki Kerameus announces pension processing improvementsGreek Labor Minister Niki Kerameus announced that pension processing times have dropped from 500 to 42 days and reported significant improvements in EFKA's digital services and disability certification.
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10 days ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesGreece Neighborhood Babysitters program begins paymentsGreece's ‘Neighborhood Babysitters’ program has begun payments, with over 6,800 families approved for childcare subsidies of up to 500 euros per month.
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11 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesGreece sets October 2026 pension payment scheduleGreece has synchronized main and supplementary pension payments for October 2026. Non-salaried recipients will be paid on September 25, while salaried employees will receive funds on September 29.
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13 days ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece considers permanent pension increases and wage reformsThe Greek government is evaluating permanent pension increases and the return of a 13th salary for public employees, alongside discussions on raising the minimum wage to combat inflation.
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13 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece considers accelerating economic relief measuresThe Greek government is considering accelerating economic relief measures for households and businesses, with some interventions potentially moved up from 2027 to 2026 or even later this year.
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13 days ago
[BUSINESS] 11 sourcesGreece: e-EFKA and DYPA announce pension and benefit payment schedulesGreek agencies e-EFKA and DYPA have announced scheduled payments of over 88 million euros for pensions and social benefits through early September 2026, alongside October pension schedules.
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14 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece expands Neighborhood Babysitters childcare programGreece continues its ‘Neighborhood Babysitters’ program, offering childcare subsidies of up to €500 to help mothers balance work and family, including a new allowance for student mothers.
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14 days ago
[POLITICS] 8 sourcesGreece to provide double rent reimbursements for regional public employeesAround 50,000 Greek teachers and healthcare workers serving in regional areas will receive double rent reimbursements this autumn, with payments starting in late September.
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15 days ago
[POLITICS] 41 sourcesGreece to announce 2 billion euro economic package at Thessaloniki International FairPrime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will announce a 2 billion euro economic package at the Thessaloniki International Fair, featuring minimum wage hikes, retiree bonuses, and tax reforms through 2030.
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15 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesGreece pension strategies: Increasing benefits through fictitious yearsGreek retirees can increase pensions by up to 400 euros by purchasing fictitious insurance years and aiming for 40 years of coverage. Over 300,000 retirees currently continue to work.
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15 days ago
[BUSINESS] 16 sourcesGreece: e-EFKA and DYPA to distribute 88.8 million euros in benefitse-EFKA and DYPA will distribute over 88.8 million euros to 116,143 beneficiaries in Greece from August 31 to September 4, 2026, covering pensions, unemployment, and maternity benefits.
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17 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece: Nearly 300,000 pensioners return to the workforceNearly 300,000 Greek pensioners are working to supplement low incomes, with many seeking pension increases through continued social security contributions.
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17 days ago
[BUSINESS] 17 sourcesGreece expands rent refund eligibility and special benefitsGreece has implemented new rent refund rules, expanding income limits and offering a double refund for doctors, nurses, and educators serving in regional areas, with payments starting in September.
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 15 sourcesGreece completes 150 euro child allowance supplementary paymentsGreece has completed a supplementary 150 euro per child emergency allowance, paying out 11.9 million euros to over 73,000 beneficiaries to cover children born between 2025 and mid-2026.
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18 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece to launch new Market Pass and 300 euro subsidyGreece is preparing a new round of financial aid, including a Market Pass for over 200,000 vulnerable households and an annual 300 euro subsidy, expected to roll out later this autumn.
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19 days ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesGreece considers pension increases and social welfare reformsGreece is considering social welfare measures, including increasing pensioner emergency boosts to up to 446 euros, reducing social security contributions, and raising child allowances to combat inflation.
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20 days ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece to announce economic support package at IMF meetingsGreece plans to announce a social and economic support package exceeding 1.4 billion euros at the IMF meetings, targeting families, freelancers, and farmers to combat the cost of living.
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20 days ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece implements pension reforms and faces digital tender scrutinyGreece implements pension restorations, faces scrutiny over a 102 million euro digital infrastructure tender, and approaches key deadlines for national housing subsidy programs.
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21 days ago
[BUSINESS] 13 sourcesGreece plans new Market Pass and financial aid for householdsGreece is planning a new Market Pass and 300 euro annual subsidy to support vulnerable households against rising food costs, with payments expected to begin in late autumn.
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21 days ago
[POLITICS] 17 sourcesGreece announces social welfare updates for families and retireesGreece is implementing supplementary 150 euro child allowances by late August and considering broader social welfare increases for retirees and families to combat inflation and demographic decline.
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21 days ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesGreece pension payments for September 2026 announcedGreece's e-EFKA has announced September 2026 pension payments. The first wave begins August 26 for non-salaried and private supplementary pensions, followed by salaried and public sector pensions on August 28.
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22 days ago
[POLITICS] 12 sourcesGreece to issue supplementary 150 euro child allowance by end of AugustGreece is set to issue a supplementary 150 euro child allowance by the end of August 2026 for eligible families not included in the first round of payments.
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23 days ago
[BUSINESS] 22 sourcesGreece: Labor fines exceed 25 million euros in first half of 2026Greece's Labor Inspection Authority issued 25.6 million euros in fines during H1 2026, while e-EFKA and DYPA prepare to distribute 2.48 billion euros in pensions and benefits this August.
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24 days ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece to provide rent reimbursements for 50,000 educators and healthcare workersAround 50,000 Greek educators and healthcare workers will receive rent reimbursements in two phases this autumn, covering costs for 2024 and 2025 without income restrictions.
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24 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesOECD identifies gaps in Greek family support and child benefitsThe OECD reports that Greece's family support system is insufficient compared to EU peers, suggesting a 30% increase in child allowances or a 76% rise in tax credits to address low fertility rates.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 8 sourcesGreece announces September 2026 pension payment scheduleGreece has announced the September 2026 pension payment schedule. Non-salaried pensioners will be paid on August 26, while salaried and public sector pensioners will receive payments on August 28.
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24 days ago
[BUSINESS] 14 sourcesGreece to issue supplementary 150 euro child allowance by August 31Greek families are set to receive a supplementary child allowance of 150 euros per child by August 31, provided tax and social security details are correctly updated.
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25 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece considers 1 billion euro package for pensioners and businessesGreece is considering a 1 billion euro economic package, including potential increases to annual pensioner assistance from 300 to 400 euros, though age limits continue to exclude many retirees.
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26 days ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesGreece announces rent refunds for educators and healthcare workersGreece is implementing a dual rent refund scheme this autumn for educators and healthcare workers, offering up to 1,600 euros annually without income restrictions.
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26 days ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesGreece allocates 158,009 childcare and disability vouchers for 2026-2027Greece has announced 158,009 childcare and disability support vouchers for 2026-2027, backed by a 391.6 million euro budget and expanded income eligibility for families.
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesGreece to complete supplementary 150 euro child allowance paymentsGreece will complete supplementary payments of 150 euros per child by the end of August for eligible families not covered in the first round.
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27 days ago
[POLITICS] 10 sourcesGreece pension updates: Survivor benefits restored and payment schedules announcedGreece announces pension updates for late August 2026, including restored survivor benefits for 8,552 beneficiaries and a two-phase payment schedule for September pensions via e-EFKA and OPEKA.
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28 days ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesGreece prepares economic package with pension hikes and tax reliefGreece is finalizing an economic package featuring pension increases of 2.6% from 2027, tax relief for businesses, and reduced social security contributions to boost liquidity and household income.
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28 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece to issue supplementary 150 euro child allowance by August endGreece will issue supplementary emergency child allowances of 150 euros per child by the end of August for eligible families missed in previous payments.
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29 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece heating allowance expected to maintain 2026-2027 criteriaGreece is expected to maintain existing criteria and subsidy amounts for the 2026-2027 heating allowance, with payments ranging from 100 to 1,200 euros based on location and household needs.
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29 days ago
[BUSINESS] 11 sourcesGreece announces pension schedules and graduate employment programGreece announces September pension payment dates in two phases starting August 26, alongside a DYPA program for 1,000 unemployed graduates.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece unemployment benefit reforms expected by 2027Greece is planning major unemployment benefit reforms for 2027, potentially introducing a front-loaded payment model and linking benefit amounts to workers' insurance history and earnings.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesGreece to issue supplementary emergency child allowance by August 31Greece will issue supplementary emergency child allowances of 150 euros per child by August 31 for families missed in the first round, provided tax and registration data are up to date.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 17 sourcesGreece prepares real estate and pension reform packagesGreece is planning major economic reforms, including new rental income tax scales, mandatory bank transfers for rent, and increased pension benefits and social aid for 2027.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesGreece announces September 2026 pension payment scheduleThe Greek Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs announced the September 2026 pension payment dates, with non-salaried pensioners receiving funds on August 26 and salaried pensioners on August 28.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesGreece to complete 150 euro child allowance payments by late AugustGreece is finalizing the 150 euro emergency child allowance payments by late August, covering families missed in previous rounds and those with newborns.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece pensioner allowance excludes 473,700 due to age limitGreece's new 300 euro pensioner allowance excludes an estimated 473,700 people due to a strict 65-year age limit, despite expanded income thresholds for other qualifying citizens.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 14 sourcesGreece tax debt settlement sees low interest in 72-installment planGreek taxpayers show low interest in the new 72-installment tax debt settlement due to strict eligibility criteria, interest rates, and the inability to include debts incurred after 2023.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 10 sourcesGreece announces September 2026 pension dates and teacher recruitment stepsGreece announces September 2026 pension payment dates via e-EFKA and opens the regional preference declaration process for substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 13 sourcese-EFKA and DYPA announce €56.7 million in payments to beneficiariese-EFKA and DYPA will distribute €56.76 million to 58,370 beneficiaries in Greece between August 10-14, covering unemployment, maternity, and lump-sum benefits.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreek families to receive supplementary €150 allowance by end of AugustGreece will make a supplementary €150 per‑child payment to families missed in the first round, covering children born Jan 2025–July 2026, with automatic disbursement by end‑August if tax, AMKA and income rules‑
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesGreek pension and rental payment reforms scheduled for 2026Greece will pay September 2026 pensions on 26 Aug (non‑salaried) and 28 Aug (salaried) and requires all rent payments to be made via bank transfer from 1 Oct 2026, under AADE oversight.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece sets August 10 deadline for tax ID to unlock €150 child allowance paymentsGreece will pay a €150 per‑child supplemental allowance to families with children born Jan 2025–Jul 2026, provided the child is declared as dependent, AMKA is correct, and an AFM is issued by 10 Aug; payments,
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesGreece announces September 2026 pension payment scheduleGreece sets September 2026 pension payouts: non‑salaried on 26 Aug, salaried on 28 Aug, with funds available the prior afternoon.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 13 sourcesGreek Extrajudicial Debt Settlement Surpasses €20 billionGreece's Extrajudicial Mechanism settled €20.19 bn in debt (66,578 cases) by July, writing off €6.53 bn, with 80 % approval rate and new 72‑installment scheme for public debts.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesGreek e‑EFKA outlines disability pension supplement of up to €846Greek e‑EFKA’s disability pension supplement, up to €846 monthly, is granted to severely disabled pensioners who need constant assistance, based on KEPA certification rather than disability percentage.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece's €150 child allowance to be paid by end of AugustGreece will complete a second €150 per‑child emergency allowance by 31 August for families with children born Jan 2025–July 2026, automatically via AADE, with income thresholds and no new application required.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 12 sourcesGreece to disburse €140.9 million to 192,717 beneficiaries in early AugustGreece will pay €140.9 million to 192,717 people via e‑EFKA and ΔΥΠΑ from 3‑7 August 2026, covering unemployment, maternity and other benefits.
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about 1 month ago
[BUSINESS] 7 sourcesGreek pensions for September 2026 to be paid on August 26 and 28Greek September 2026 pensions will be paid in two rounds: non‑salaried funds on 26 Aug and salaried/public funds on 28 Aug, per e‑EFKA schedule.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesGreek PM Mitsotakis unveils tax‑cut and support package at Thessaloniki FairGreek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis will announce a tax‑cut and support package at the Thessaloniki Fair, targeting the middle class, retirees, salaried workers, self‑employed and young home‑buyers, while emphasizing
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreek pensioners face four‑year delay in retroactive paymentsAbout 370,000 Greek pensioners await retroactive 11‑month payments; only 20,000 have been paid so far, with delays up to four years and many cases not resolved until 2027.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreek EFKA disburses €10.9 million retroactive pensions to 6,264 retireesEFKA paid €10.9 million retroactive pensions on 31 July 2026 to 6,264 Greek retirees, including 1,236 disability pensioners, after recalculations dating back to 2019.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 38 sourcese‑EFKA refunds €1.77 million to 491 retireese‑EFKA paid €1.77 million on 29 July 2026 to 491 retirees, refunding over‑withheld contributions for 2024‑2025, with a maximum of €17 266.16 per person.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesGreek pensioners' September 2026 payments start earlyGreece will start September 2026 pension payments on 26 Aug for non‑salaried recipients and on 28 Aug for salaried ones, with funds typically credited the afternoon before.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesGreece launches new extrajudicial debt restructuring platformGreece's new extrajudicial debt platform, open Monday, lets debtors with €5k+ apply online for up to 420 monthly installments, 3% fixed interest and possible partial write‑off.
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about 2 months ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sourcesGreece's e‑EFKA activates new overdue‑debt subsystem for the Center for Collection of Social Insurance Debtse‑EFKA’s new overdue‑debt subsystem for ΚΕΑΟ goes live on 10 Aug 2026; electronic services, including IRIS payments, are paused from 3‑10 Aug for transition.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesGreece launches second round of 150‑euro child allowance in AugustGreece's AADE will pay a second €150 per child allowance by 31 August to families with children born Jan 2025–Jul 2026, automatically and without a new application.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreek Prime Minister Mitsotakis to unveil economic package at Thessaloniki FairMitsotakis will unveil a Greek economic package at the Thessaloniki Fair, featuring housing aid, tax cuts for landlords and freelancers, pension boosts, and a temporary diesel subsidy.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 88 sourcesGreek government launches new extrajudicial debt‑relief platform for borrowersGreece opens an online platform for its extrajudicial debt‑relief scheme, lowering the entry limit to €5,000, offering up to 420 installments, a €50 minimum payment, 3 % fixed interest and possible partial debt
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 40 sourcesGreece to disburse €2.5 billion in pensions and benefits this weekGreece’s e‑EFKA and DYPA will pay €2.5 billion to over 4.3 million people between 27‑31 July 2026, covering pensions, advance payments, refunds and unemployment, maternity and employment benefits.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreek Tax Relief Package Planned for Thessaloniki International ExhibitionGreece is preparing a tax‑relief and housing package for the Thessaloniki Expo, with measures on taxes, minimum wage and pensions, while private debt tops €250 bn and opposition MPs criticize the current debt‑a
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesGreece to overhaul ENFIA tax using electronic building ID from 2027Greece will revamp its ENFIA property tax in 2027 by using an Electronic Building Identity to base taxes on actual floor area, eliminating overpayments and exempting prior filings from penalties.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 11 sourcesGreece to Complete €150 Emergency Child Allowance Payments by End AugustGreece will finish a €150 per‑child emergency allowance for births between Jan 2025 and July 2026 by 31 Aug. Payments are automatic, tax‑free and need no new application, but require correct AMKA, AFM and bank‑
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 5 sourcesGreek government plans €1‑2 billion stimulus for Thessaloniki International FairGreece’s finance ministry is preparing a €1‑2 billion package for the Thessaloniki International Fair, targeting freelancers and SMEs with tax and fiscal adjustments contingent on the Middle‑East situation.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesGreek government proposes ENFIA reform to tax closed homes and aid middle classGreece plans ENFIA reforms to lower tax on market‑available homes, raise it on empty houses, and extend tax relief to the middle class ahead of the Thessaloniki Fair.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 47 sourcesGreek e‑EFKA and DYPA to disburse €2.49 bn in July payments€2.49 bn will be paid to over 4.3 million Greeks by end‑July 2026 via e‑EFKA and DYPA for pensions, unemployment, maternity and other benefits.
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about 2 months ago
[BUSINESS] 12 sourcesGreece launches debt‑restructuring platform for €5,000‑plus loansGreece’s AADE opened a new online platform on 27 July to settle debts of €5,000 or more outside court and to expand a 72‑installment scheme, attracting over 2,000 applications in the first day.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesGreek Deputy Minister Kontogeorgis Rejects Early Elections, Focuses on Tax Cuts for Thessaloniki ExpoGreek Deputy Minister Thanasis Kontogeorgis said early elections won’t happen, outlined a €1 bn fiscal space for tax cuts and fuel price reductions, and highlighted these measures at the upcoming Thessaloniki I
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesGreece to overhaul property tax and public spending tracking with digital building IDs from 2027Greece will use Electronic Building Identities for ENFIA tax calculations and assign 14‑digit digital IDs to all public bodies to track spending, both effective from 2027.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesGreece's Katruggalos Pension Law Remains in Force Ten Years LaterGreece's 2016 Katruggalos pension law still governs primary, supplementary and lump‑sum benefits, with estimated retiree income losses of €90 billion over the past decade.
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