Greece has opened a public consultation on a wide-ranging bill that would introduce tax debt settlement measures, increase taxation on online gambling winnings and expand financial support for households, with feedback accepted until 15 June 2026.
Greece’s Ministry of National Economy and Finance has launched a public consultation on a draft omnibus bill that would introduce tax, social welfare and regulatory measures aimed at addressing economic pressures and supporting household incomes.
The consultation, announced by Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis on 1 June 2026, will remain open until 15 June 2026. The draft legislation, titled “Measures to tackle the energy crisis and strengthen the disposable income of citizens”, combines a broad range of fiscal, administrative and social policy reforms.
Among the key tax-related provisions, the bill would expand debt repayment options by facilitating settlements through the out-of-court mechanism and allowing taxpayers to repay debts owed to the Tax Administration and Social Security Funds in up to 72 instalments. The proposal also includes amendments to the National Customs Code and other general tax regulations.
The legislation contains significant changes for the gaming sector. It proposes modernising the Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP), strengthening its supervisory powers, accelerating the blocking of illegal gambling websites and streamlining criminal and administrative sanctions. The bill would also increase taxation on online gambling winnings, with the additional revenue intended to support social policy measures.
Beyond tax and regulatory provisions, the draft law includes measures designed to protect household incomes and address housing affordability challenges. These include expanding eligibility for rent-return schemes, providing an additional month’s rent return for certain critical professional groups and introducing measures intended to increase housing supply. Financial support would also be targeted at vulnerable citizens and families with children.
The bill further proposes pension reforms to ensure that pensions under the Public Pension regime continue to reflect salary changes affecting active public-sector employees, officials and military personnel. It also includes provisions intended to address salary disparities affecting judicial officers and employees.
The draft legislation is divided into seven sections covering financial aid and housing policy, pension rules, salary adjustments, gaming regulation, public property management, provisions for various ministries and entry-into-force arrangements.
Following the conclusion of the consultation period on 15 June, the government is expected to review stakeholder feedback before advancing the legislation through the parliamentary process.
