Hundreds of thousands of Greek tax payers will have to pay up to five different taxes by the end of the week, with the government banking on the revenue for the much touted 2013 primary surplus, in order to be able to pay back an estimated 700 million euros to uniformed officers.
On Friday the 31st of January the following taxes are due:
- Luxury tax: This affects taxpayer who own vehicles with 2lt engines or higher, swimming pools and aircraft. Payment in full entitles the taxpayer to a 1.5% discount.
- 2013 income tax: This affects all taxpayers who received an invoice in November 2013, which states that at least one installment must be paid by the 31st of January. Payment in full entitles the taxpayer to a 1.5% discount.
- 2012 emergency real estate tax via DEI: This affect taxpayers who have not yet paid the controversial emergency real estate tax for 2012.
- 2011 and 2012 real estate tax: The 6th installment for these two taxes affects owners of property with a value larger than 200,000 euros. The final installment is due by the end of February.
- 2013 real estate tax: Taxpayers will have to pay their 4th installment of the 2013 real estate tax by Friday. The final installment is also due by the end of February.
Taxpayers can pay their taxes in full or installments, through the banks (either in person or online) rather than at the tax offices. Taxpayers who pay via credit card can receive further discounts and easier payment options. Should a taxpayer be unable to pay, settlements can be arranged, although they incur penalties. To carry out any payments taxpayers will need a 30-digit “debt ID”, which can be acquired via the TAXISnet.
