Greek households submit 350,000 heating allowance applications in two days

Greek households submitted more than 350,000 applications for a heating allowance through the myThermansi online platform within the first two days of its operation.

The high volume of submissions reflects the demand for financial support during the winter season. Data shows that two out of every three applicants requested assistance for traditional fuels, such as heating oil, while one out of three requested support for electricity. Citizens can continue to submit applications through the platform until 4 December 2026.

To apply, individuals must use the myAADE portal with TAXISnet codes and provide an active IBAN linked to the applicant. The allowance covers fuel purchases made between 1 October 2026 and 31 March 2027, though the period for firewood and pellets begins on 1 June 2026. For heating oil, the period started on 15 October 2026. Applicants must upload supporting documents for most fuel types except for oil and electricity.

For natural gas and district heating, the deadline for these documents is 15 July 2027. The payment structure includes an advance payment and subsequent installments. Previous recipients from the 2025 to 2026 period will receive a 60% advance of their previous amount by 23 December 2026. New recipients will receive a 50% advance of their approved amount. The minimum advance is 80 euros. The total allowance ranges from 100 euros to half of the total billed purchases.

Residents of apartment buildings with independent heating pay for their own units and apply as single households. Those covered by the Social Housing Tariff are excluded from the electricity heating allowance.