Greece's latest fuel subsidy reached 2.5 million households, but with individual payments topping out at 60 euros, most recipients could cover little more than one fill-up.
With inflationary pressures returning amid rising fuel prices, the government is preparing targeted relief measures funded by a €200 million reserve. The plan aims to cushion households from higher energy and transport costs while preserving fiscal stability
Rising global oil prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty are pushing Greece toward extending fuel support measures, as households and supply chains face mounting cost pressures
Eligible residents in Greece can still apply for fuel support payments until the end of April 2026, with income limits, vehicle rules and usage conditions determining who qualifies and how the benefit is spent.
Rising travel and fuel costs continue to pressure households, prompting plans to extend subsidies like the Fuel Pass and introduce additional support measures
The Greek government is preparing to take stock of the country’s fiscal firepower after the Easter holiday. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has stoked fresh concerns about energy costs and consumer prices, while existing relief measures are increasingly fall short of what households need. However no new decisions will be made before Finance […]
New group of beneficiaries can apply, but technical issues and verification delays push thousands to in-person service centers as demand surges.
A surge in demand has forced authorities to stagger applications by tax ID digits, while the platform remains offline amid efforts to prevent further technical issues.
Eligible drivers can apply for fuel aid of up to €60, with income-based criteria covering most households and additional support for diesel users
“This is not the end of interventions, but the beginning of continuous support,” the minister said
Consumers in thirty-four countries pay less than a dollar per liter, with Libya ($0.023), Iran (0.029) and Venezuela (0.035) being the cheapest, while Russians pay $0.828 at the petrol station.
A new government fuel subsidy scheme is set to launch within days, offering targeted financial support to millions of vehicle owners facing high fuel prices through digital payments or bank transfers
With Easter around the corner and Middle East tensions pushing up fuel and food prices, Athens is rolling out subsidy measures it has used before — and promising more market inspections.
Authorities warn of phishing SMS impersonating government services ahead of the Fuel Pass 2026 launch, urging citizens to avoid engaging with suspicious links and protect personal data.
Nearly 3.1 million Greeks to receive digital fuel cards next month, offering up to €60 in subsidies for gas, public transport, and taxis
On migration, responding to a BBC question about allegations of migrant pushbacks from Evros into Turkey, Mitsotakis said that Greece's duty is to protect both its own borders and those of the European Union, and he would not apologize for those policies.
Fuel prices in Greece soar past €2 per litre in many areas, while heating oil costs jump sharply, prompting the government to consider interventions including Fuel Pass, profit caps, and energy bill subsidies for households and businesses