Urgent deadline looms for vehicle taxes in Greece, no extensions this year

10:36 27/12/2024 - Πηγή: iEfimerida

Car owners in Greece face a strict deadline to pay their 2025 vehicle taxes, with no extensions being offered this year.

The Ministry of National Economy and Finance has emphasized that the December 31st deadline is final, and taxpayers must comply to avoid hefty penalties.

While tax

rates remain unchanged from last year, the payment process has been updated with stricter measures to ensure timely settlements. Vehicle owners can pay their taxes online or at banks and post offices.

For those who fail to meet the deadline, the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has implemented a tiered penalty system.

Late payments in January will incur a 25% surcharge, February payments will see a 50% increase, and payments made from March onward will double the original tax amount. A minimum fine of €30 also applies in all cases.

However, vehicle owners can avoid paying the tax by declaring their vehicles as immobilized through a new, simplified online platform.

This declaration must also be completed by the end of the year.

The updated system allows for online submissions without the need for physical documents, making the process more convenient.

Authorities have also introduced severe penalties for those who misuse vehicles declared as immobilized.

Driving such a vehicle can result in a fine of €10,000 for first-time offenses and €30,000 for repeat offenses, along with a three-year license suspension.

As the deadline approaches, taxpayers are urged to utilize the available digital tools and ensure timely payment to avoid penalties and complications.

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