Greece's government struck a deal with refineries to cut unleaded and diesel prices by 10 and 5 cents per liter until the end of August

Rising global energy prices are pushing petrol, diesel and natural gas costs higher in Greece, with fuel exceeding €2 per litre in several regions despite efforts to curb increases.

Eligible recipients in Greece have until the end of July to use the balance on their Fuel Pass digital card. Any unused funds will be returned to the state once the deadline passes.

Discounts on gasoline and diesel have begun at Greek fuel stations after refiners lowered wholesale prices, with the government saying the move aims to ease pressure from rising global energy risks.

Mitsotakis announced a fuel price cut of 10 cents a liter on gasoline and 5 cents on diesel through August, funded with help from Greece's two refineries, plus a restored cap on supermarket profit margins

The PM signaled fuel price relief at this week's cabinet meeting and announced a two-month price freeze agreement with retailers and producers

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis said falling oil costs should quickly be reflected at fuel pumps, while outlining measures on consumer protection, inflation and economic policy

Wholesale price cuts are slowly reaching the pump in Greece, but island regions like the Cyclades and Dodecanese remain among the most expensive in the country

Fuel prices in Greece reveal a growing regional divide, with island destinations recording the highest costs while select mainland areas remain just under or around the €2 mark per liter.

Rising travel and fuel costs continue to pressure households, prompting plans to extend subsidies like the Fuel Pass and introduce additional support measures

A brief ceasefire initially boosted bookings for Greece, but renewed geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East has disrupted momentum, leaving the tourism sector balancing cautious optimism with concerns over rising travel costs and demand volatility

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.

Regional disparities persist, with the Cyclades once again recording the highest prices in the country, where regular unleaded reached 2.173 euros per liter.

Nearly 3.1 million Greeks to receive digital fuel cards next month, offering up to €60 in subsidies for gas, public transport, and taxis

The Prime Minister outlined a 300 million euros support package covering April and May, focused on four key areas.

Analysts view the measures as largely short-term “firefighting,” as volatile oil prices and ongoing war pressures continue to drive inflation and strain the economy.

As the war between Iran and the US-Israeli coalition has entered its fourth week, with both sides now targeting critical energy facilities, many fear this phase could further exacerbate the rate at which fuel costs across the globe are rising. Greek consumers are already feeling a pinch in their pockets at the pump due to […]

The meeting between the Minister of Development, Mr. Takis Theodorikakos and the board of the Federation of Greek Fuel Retailers has concluded favourably

Finance Minister says support measures like the Fuel Pass and tax cuts remain under consideration, depending on the duration of the Middle East crisis and potential EU flexibility.