Greece launches digital system for farm fuel subsidies
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Starting November 1st, Greek farmers can buy discounted agricultural diesel fuel directly at the pump through a new digital application from the AADE, the country’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue.
The system issues digital vouchers with unique QR codes linked to each farmer’s annual fuel allowance, determined by their Single Support Application data, declared crops, and livestock. Farmers request fuel quantities through the app, receiving a digital voucher to use at participating gas stations.
The gas stations will scan the QR code or enter a code to verify the voucher and complete the sale with the fuel tax discount. The AADE then automatically updates the farmer’s remaining allowance and reimburses the stations for the tax difference, at least twice a week. Farmers who qualify, those who have submitted a Single Support Application and are registered as professional farmers, can also cancel vouchers before use.
The AADE application connects with the Ministry of Rural Development and Food’s Farmer and Agricultural Holdings Registry, automatically updating with farmer details and annual fuel allowances. In cases of limited internet access or technical issues, a backup process allows stations to issue vouchers offline for up to 50 liters, limited to five vouchers per farmer annually. Gas stations must have updated their information in the AADE’s Public Use Station Registry to participate.
