Newsflash from Monday, 13 October 2025:
Starting in early November 2025, vehicle owners across Greece will be able to access and pay their 2026 vehicle circulation tax (τέλη κυκλοφορίας) via the Taxisnet platform. According to the latest report by Hania News, the amounts remain unchanged from last year — but this time, the penalty system is tougher than ever.
Key Details for 2026 Vehicle Tax
– Availability: Vehicle tax notices will be uploaded to Taxisnet in early November.
– Payment Deadline: The final date to pay is December 31, 2025, with no extensions expected.
– Calculation Method:
– For vehicles registered before October 31, 2010, the tax depends on engine capacity.
– For those registered after November 1, 2010, it’s based on CO₂ emissions.
– Zero-emission vehicles remain fully exempt.
Example Rates
– 1,200 cc (registered before 2010): €135
– 1,600 cc: €280
– 2,000 cc: €690
– Vehicles with 130 g/km CO₂: €156
– Vehicles with 180 g/km CO₂: €441
New, Stricter Penalty System
Late payments now come with graduated fines:
– January 2026: +25% of the tax amount
– February 2026: +50%
– From March 2026 onward: +100%
For example, a €200 tax paid in January will cost €250, in February €300, and from March €400. The minimum fine remains €30.
Additional Notes
– Vehicle owners wishing to declare their vehicle off-road to avoid next year’s tax must do so by December 31, 2025, via the MyCar online platform.
– Misuse of a declared “inactive” vehicle can result in fines up to €10,000, and in cases of repeat offenses, up to €30,000 and license suspension for three years.
In Summary
While the 2026 vehicle tax amounts stay the same, the penalty structure has become far stricter. Drivers are urged to settle payments on time or risk hefty fines.
