Greece to Accept Applications for Subsidized Holiday Scheme

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni announced recently that the yearly “Tourism for All” program subsidizing holidays in 2024 for lower income Greeks and their families will soon be accepting applications.

The platform is expected to open for applications from eligible parties in January, said the ministry. Vouchers of 150 euros and 200 euros will selected by a lottery system after the application procedure closes.

Kefalogianni said the second round of the program is aimed at being more inclusive of people in need, including vulnerable groups and multi-child families.

She went on to add that the new round of the Tourism for All scheme covers two winter periods with the aim of promoting lesser-known destinations.

To apply go here and insert your Taxisnet code, your tax number (AFM), e-mail address and telephone number. If you have already received a voucher under the 2023-2024 program you cannot apply again. Once approved, eligible parties will receive the digital voucher on their smart phones.

Who is eligible for state subsidized holidays in Greece?

– individuals without children who have a maximum income of 28,000 euros up from 16,000 euros last year
– families with one child with an income of up to 29,500 euros
– families with two children with an income of up to 31,000 euros
– families with three children with an income of up to 33,000 euros
– multi-child families with an income of up to 38,000 euros.

According to the tourism ministry, the new round of the program comes as part of ongoing efforts to ensure sustainability and fair tourism development.