The “Kinoume Ilektrika – Cycle C” program by the Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport offers subsidies for the purchase of electric cars, motorcycles, three-wheelers, and bicycles. Applications opened on 5 August 2025 and the deadline is 31 March 2026 — or earlier if the budget runs out. Here is the complete guide.
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Basic Subsidies — Individuals
According to kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr, the subsidy amounts for individuals are:
| Category | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 🚗 Electric car | €3.000 | MSRP ≤ €50.000 |
| ♻️ Old vehicle scrappage | +€1.500 | Additional bonus |
| 🔌 Smart charger | +€400 | Home smart charger |
| 🏍️ Electric two-wheeler (L1e-L4e) | 20% MSRP, max €700 | Scooters, motorcycles |
| 🛺 Three-wheelers & microcars (L5e-L7e) | 30% MSRP, max €1.500 | Commercial |
| 🚲 Electric bicycle | 30%, max €500 | E-bikes |
Additional Bonuses — Special Categories
Beyond the base subsidy, the program provides additional amounts for vulnerable or special categories:
Persons with Disabilities
+€1.000 extra
For car purchase
Large families (3 children)
+€1.000 extra
3 dependent children
Large families (4+ children)
+€2.000 extra
More than 3 dependent children
Young people ≤29 years old
+€500 extra
Car & microcar
Maximum subsidy (example): Large family member ≤29 years old with disability + scrappage + charger: €3.000 + €1.500 + €400 + €2.000 + €500 + €1.000 = €8.400
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Subsidies for Businesses
Businesses are eligible for the following (kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr):
- €3.000/vehicle for purchase or lease of an electric car (MSRP ≤ €50.000)
- +€1.500 per car for old vehicle scrappage
- +€400 per smart charger
- 30% MSRP, max €1.500 for three-wheelers/microcars (L5e-L7e)
- 20% MSRP, max €700 for two-wheelers (L1e-L4e)
- Subsidy for electric bicycles for courier, delivery & tourism companies (up to 10 bicycles)
- +€1.000/car for companies operating on islands
How to Apply — Step by Step
According to the official guidelines (gov.gr & kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr):
- Visit kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr
- Log in with your TaxisNet credentials
- Fill in your personal details
- Select vehicle category (car, motorcycle, bicycle, etc.)
- Choose whether you want a smart charger
- Choose whether you want scrappage of an old vehicle
- Declare if you belong to a special category (large families, persons with disabilities, young people ≤29)
- Attach the required documents
- Submit the application — you will be notified electronically about approval or pending items
⚠️ Important dates: Expense eligibility begins from 7 June 2025. This means that if you purchased an electric vehicle after 7/6/2025, you can submit an application even if you hadn't applied before the purchase. Applications opened on 5/8/2025.
Who Is Eligible?
According to the official website:
- Individuals — residents of Greece
- Businesses — legal entities
- Special categories with additional bonuses:
- Families with ≥3 dependent children
- Persons with disabilities
- Young people aged 18–29
Program History
"Kinoume Ilektrika" has run in three cycles (kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr):
| Cycle | Period | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle A | 2020–2021 | kinoumeilektrika.gov.gr |
| Cycle B | 2022–2024 | kinoumeilektrika2.gov.gr |
| Cycle C ✅ ACTIVE | 2025–2026 | kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr |
There are also related programs (links to the official website):
- e-Astypalea (2021–) — e-astypalea.gov.gr
- Green Taxis (2023–) — prasinataxi.gov.gr
- Charge Everywhere (2023–) — fortizopantou.gov.gr
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Information & Contact
Phone
210 300 3723
Mon–Fri: 09:30–17:30 (4 lines)
Min. of Infrastructure
Anastaseos 2 & Tsigante
15669, Papagou
Practical Application Tips
Before submitting, prepare: your tax ID (AFM), a copy of the old vehicle's registration (for scrappage), your bank account IBAN, and a dealer quote for the new EV. The kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr platform requires digital authentication via TaxisNet. Average approval time is 3-6 weeks, though it can stretch to 8 during peak periods. Common mistakes that delay processing include wrong IBAN, outdated E9 property declaration, or inability to document disability/large-family status. According to YPEN data, over 35,000 applications were submitted in the first “Drive Electric” cycle, while the third cycle aims to double electric mobility in Greece by 2027.
Conclusion
If you're planning to buy an electric car in Greece, now is the time. The base subsidy of €3.000 combined with scrappage (+€1.500), charger (+€400), and special bonuses can reach up to €8.400. The deadline is 31/3/2026 — or earlier if funds run out. Visit kinoumeilektrika3.gov.gr and apply today.