Six new “padlocks” they entered from AADE in stores in Mykonos, Athens and Poros, after crossovers between the receipts of POS and these cash registers.
These are cases of shopkeepers who collect but they do not pay VAT, nor declare their income.
Through the intersections, the controllers identified and “locked” on four catering businesses in Athens, one in Poros and a clothing store in Mykonos. Because they were found to have accepted payments via POS, for which they never issued a receipt, and/or forwarded it to AADE. That is, customers who pay by card, either do not receive a receipt, or receive the receipt, but the store does not declare it to the tax office.
Specifically, in Petralona and Agia Irini square, four shops were found to have not sent receipts, with a total value of 682,000 euros. In addition to the 48-hour “lockout”, a total fine of 43,000 euros was imposed.
A similar violation was also found in a restaurant in Poros, which had not issued or forwarded receipts for 1,250 euros.
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Cracking Down on Tax Evasion: AADE “Padlocks” Six Businesses in Popular Greek Tourist Spots
In a recent crackdown on tax evasion, the Greek tax authorities (AADE) have taken drastic measures against six businesses in popular tourist destinations Mykonos, Athens, and Poros. The businesses, which include four catering establishments in Athens, a restaurant in Poros, and a clothing store in Mykonos, were found to be collecting payments via POS but failing to issue or declare receipts to the tax office.
The AADE controllers used data intersections between POS receipts and cash register records to identify the offending businesses. The operation resulted in the imposition of fines totaling 43,000 euros and a 48-hour “lockout” of the businesses. In addition, the authorities found that the four Athens businesses had failed to declare 682,000 euros in receipts, while the Poros restaurant had unreported transactions worth 1,250 euros.
The AADE’s swift action is part of a broader effort to combat tax evasion and ensure compliance with tax laws in Greece. The measures taken against these businesses serve as a warning to other entrepreneurs who may be tempted to bend the rules. As the country continues to grapple with economic challenges, it is essential to create a level playing field for all businesses and ensure that everyone contributes their fair share to the tax revenue.
The “padlocks” imposed on these businesses are a clear message from the authorities that tax evasion will not be tolerated. By cracking down on non-compliant businesses, the AADE aims to protect honest entrepreneurs and promote a culture of transparency and accountability in the Greek business community.