- The spread of electronic payments in Greece has significantly reduced tax evasion and brought more of the informal economy into the formal sector.
- The VAT gap decreased by €7 billion annually in 2025 compared to previous years.
- Universal card payments in 2024 generated an extra €400 million in VAT revenue.
- Digital tools like electronic books, mandatory POS machines, and instant payments further reduced annual revenue losses from €5-7 billion in 2014 to €2.1 billion in 2024.
- Freelance professionals reported record turnover increases of 10-15% in 2024, especially in sectors like bars, taxis, and trades.
Source: ekathimerini.com
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