An amendment by the Ministry of National Economy and Finance was filed yesterday, for the extension of the Market Pass in areas affected by the recent natural disasters, for the months of November and December 2023.
This is a double financial aid paid with the same criteria and conditions automatically to the beneficiaries of MarketPass II (August – October 2023).
In particular, a 20% subsidy is granted on the monthly amount of purchases. It is recalled that the payment of MarketPass throughout the country is provided for the granting of 10% on the monthly amount of purchases.
In more detail, the monthly amount of purchases is set at 220 euros, for a single-member household, increasing by 100 euros for each additional member of the household with a maximum purchase limit of 1,000 euros. The purchase limit does not apply to beneficiaries with more than 6 dependent children.
Examples:
Household Composition Estimated Purchase Amount Market Pass Monthly Allowance via Digital Debit Card November – December Total Allowance via Digital Debit Card Market Pass Monthly Allowance via Bank Deposit November – December Total Allowance via Bank Deposit
Single 220 euros 44 euros 88 euros 35.2 euros 70.4 euros
Couple without children 320 euros 64 euros 128 euros 51.2 euros 102.4 euros
Couple with one child 420 euros 84 euros 168 euros 67.2 euros 134.4 euros
Single parent with one child 320 euros 64 euros 128 euros 51.2 euros 102.4 euros
Single parent with two children 420 euros 84 euros 168 euros 67.2 euros 134.4 euros
The extension of the support for the months of November – December concerns households that on September 5, 2023 had their main residence in the areas:
• of the Region of Thessaly,
• from the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace in areas:
– of the Evros Regional Unit,
– from the Regional Unit of Rodopi in the areas of the Municipal Unit of Fillyras of the Municipality of Arrian, the Municipal Unit of Sostos of the Municipality of Iasmos, the Municipal Communities of Gratini, Stylari and Sidirados of the Municipal Unit of Komotini of the Municipality of Komotini, the Municipal Community of Maroneia of the Municipal Unit of Maroneia, and of the Municipal Unit of Sapa of the Municipality of Maroneia Sapa,
•from the Regional Unit of Boeotia in the areas of the Municipal Community of Steiri, the Municipal Unit of Distomo of the Municipality of Distomo-Arachova-Antikyra, the Municipal Unit of Kyriaki of the Municipality of Levadea, the Municipal Communities of Agia Triada and Agia Anna, the Municipal Unit of Koronia of the Municipality of Levadea, of the Municipal Unit of Thisvi of the Municipality of Thebes, and of the Municipal Communities of Pyli and Stefanis of the Municipal Unit of Dervenochoria, of the Municipality of Tanagra,
•from the Regional Unit of Fthiotida in the areas of the Municipal Community of Kato Tithorea of the Municipal Unit of Tithorea, the Municipal Unit of Elateia of the Municipality of Amfikleia-Elateia, the Municipality of Domokos, the Municipality of Lamia, the Municipality of Makrakomi, and the Municipality of Stylida.
•from the Regional Unit of Evia in the areas of the Municipality of Limni – Mantoudi – Agia Anna, the Municipal Units of Istiaia, Edipsos, Artemisiou and Orea of the Municipality of Istiaia – Edipsos, the Municipal Community of Aliropotamos of the Municipal Unit of Styrai of the Municipality of Karystos.
The examination of the residence conditions will be based on the declaration of main residence in E1 2023, or through the AADE Taxpayer Register.
It is noted that the beneficiaries of the previous MarketPass cycles in the affected areas automatically become beneficiaries of the extension for the months of November – December without the need to re-submit an application.
It is reminded that citizens who did not become beneficiaries of financial aid during the Market Pass I phase, but are potentially beneficiaries under the criteria and conditions of Market Pass II, can submit a relevant application through the vouchers.gov.gr digital platform or through the .E.P.. It is noted that only citizens entitled to Market Pass II in the affected areas automatically become beneficiaries of the two-month extension of the aid.
Beneficiaries will receive the financial aid in the same way they received or will receive the MarketPassII aid, namely:
• either through an immaterial digital card, which they will store on their smart phone and which they will show in their purchases with an expiry date of February 29, 2024.
•or through direct payment of the subsidy amount to a bank account that they will declare. In this case, the beneficiaries will receive 80% of the amount attributable to her.
It is emphasized that the financial support is tax-free, non-assignable and non-seizable, while it is not possible to transfer the amount of money credited to the debit card to a third party, or to withdraw it.
A joint decision of the Ministers of National Economy and Finance, Development, Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and Digital Governance will follow which will determine the payment dates of the aid as well as the details regarding the points of use of the financial aid.
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Market Pass Extension: Double Financial Aid for Affected Areas
The Ministry of National Economy and Finance has filed an amendment to extend the Market Pass program for the months of November and December 2023, specifically targeting areas affected by recent natural disasters. This double financial aid will be automatically granted to beneficiaries of MarketPass II (August – October 2023) with the same criteria and conditions.
How it Works
The Market Pass program provides a 20% subsidy on the monthly amount of purchases, with a maximum limit of 1,000 euros. The monthly amount of purchases varies depending on the household composition:
Single-member household: 220 euros
Couple without children: 320 euros
Couple with one child: 420 euros
Single parent with one child: 320 euros
Single parent with two children: 420 euros
The purchase limit does not apply to beneficiaries with more than 6 dependent children.
Affected Areas
The extension of the support for the months of November – December concerns households that on September 5, 2023, had their main residence in the following areas:
Region of Thessaly
Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace (specific areas)
Region of Boeotia (specific areas)
Region of Fthiotida (specific areas)
Region of Evia (specific areas)
Eligibility and Application
The examination of the residence conditions will be based on the declaration of main residence in E1 2023 or through the AADE Taxpayer Register. Beneficiaries of the previous MarketPass cycles in the affected areas automatically become beneficiaries of the extension for the months of November – December without the need to re-submit an application.
Citizens who did not become beneficiaries of financial aid during the Market Pass I phase but are potentially beneficiaries under the criteria and conditions of Market Pass II can submit a relevant application through the vouchers.gov.gr digital platform or through the .E.P..
Payment Methods
Beneficiaries will receive the financial aid in the same way they received or will receive the MarketPassII aid, namely:
Either through an immaterial digital card, which they will store on their smart phone and show in their purchases with an expiry date of February 29, 2024.
Or through direct payment of the subsidy amount to a bank account that they will declare.
Background
The Market Pass program was initially funded by a 33% tax imposed on the excess profits of oil refineries [[3]]. The program has been extended previously, with the application process for all Market Pass beneficiaries being extended until January 8, 2024 [[1]]. Other measures, including a 250-euro allowance, are also being considered to combat high prices [[2]].
Note: The information provided is based on the given query and may not be exhaustive. Additional research may be necessary to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Market Pass program and its extensions.
Market Pass Extension: A Double Financial Aid for Households in Areas Affected by Natural Disasters
In a recent development, the Ministry of National Economy and Finance has filed an amendment extending the Market Pass program to households in areas affected by recent natural disasters. This extension will provide a double financial aid to beneficiaries for the months of November and December 2023.
Eligibility and Benefits
The Market Pass program provides a 20% subsidy on the monthly amount of purchases, with a maximum purchase limit of €1,000. The monthly amount of purchases varies depending on the household composition, with a minimum of €220 for a single-member household and increasing by €100 for each additional member. Beneficiaries with more than 6 dependent children are exempt from the purchase limit.
Areas Affected
The extension of the Market Pass program will benefit households with their main residence in the following areas:
Region of Thessaly
Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace (specifically in the Evros Regional Unit, Rodopi Regional Unit, and other areas)
Region of Boeotia (specifically in the Municipal Community of Steiri, Distomo, Kyriaki, and other areas)
Region of Fthiotida (specifically in the Municipal Community of Kato Tithorea, Elateia, Domokos, and other areas)
* Region of Evia (specifically in the Municipality of Limni – Mantoudi – Agia Anna, Istiaia, and other areas)
Automated Benefits
Beneficiaries of previous Market Pass cycles in the affected areas will automatically become beneficiaries of the extension for November and December 2023 without the need to re-submit an application.
New Applications
Citizens who did not become beneficiaries of financial aid during the Market Pass I phase but are potentially eligible under the criteria and conditions of Market Pass II can submit a relevant application through the designated online platform.
Background
The Greek government has been committed to providing financial aid to households through the Market Pass program, which was first introduced to combat inflation [[2]]. The program has been extended and expanded to support households in areas affected by natural disasters [[1]]. The state budget execution report for January-September 2023 highlights the importance of the Market Pass program in providing financial aid to households [[3]].
the extension of the Market Pass program is a welcome move to support households in areas affected by natural disasters. With a double financial aid for the months of November and December 2023, eligible households can benefit from this timely assistance.
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