The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has extended the deadline for submitting 2025 tax returns to Friday, 24 July 2026, at 23:59:59. The decision—announced by AADE Director Giorgos Pitsilis—aims to ease the filing process for taxpayers and ensure smooth completion of submissions. It follows formal requests from the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (OEFE), the Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OEE), and other professional bodies.
Current Filing Progress
As of now, approximately 6.1 million income tax returns have been submitted—out of an estimated total of 6.9 million expected this year. This represents about 87% of all obligated individuals and entities. Of those filed:
- 34.46% (2.068 million declarations) are chargeable, with a total assessed additional tax amounting to €3.949 billion—averaging €1,909 per taxpayer;
- 29.95% (1.797 million declarations) qualify for tax refunds, totaling €557.753 million—or roughly €310 per taxpayer on average;
- The remaining declarations either incur no tax liability or fall into other categories not specified in the official update.
Payment Options and Discounts
Taxpayers with chargeable assessments must settle their dues by 31 July 2026. They may choose either the first of eight monthly instalments—or pay the full amount upfront with a discount:
- 4% discount for returns filed by 15 May;
- 3% discount for filings between 16 May and 15 June;
- 2% discount for submissions made by the new deadline of 24 July.
OEE Highlights Key Operational Challenges
The Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OEE) has flagged several technical and administrative bottlenecks affecting timely filing:
- Delays in accounting reconciliations: Adjusting entries—such as year-end inventory postings and depreciation calculations—take up to 48 hours to appear in the myDATA platform and update the E3 form, disrupting workflow;
- Pending Claw Back and Rebate notices: For the 2025 tax year, these official documents—critical for healthcare sector businesses (clinics, doctors, pharmacies)—have yet to be issued, preventing finalization of financial results;
- e-EFKA platform unavailability: Ongoing system upgrades have temporarily blocked access to the e-EFKA portal, making it impossible for taxpayers to retrieve 2025 social security contribution certificates needed for tax reporting.