Automating Tax Office Interactions: Digital Shutdowns and Simplified Procedures

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue in Greece is moving towards the complete digitalization of its interactions with tax offices, aiming to fulfill various obligations online. Soon, professionals and businesses will be able to digitally process the shutdown of their operations through a new platform designed for this purpose. This automated system will simplify the process by requiring fewer supporting documents and conducting checks to ensure all conditions for shutdown are met. The platform will facilitate quicker approvals for those who are up-to-date with their declarations, while also providing a mechanism to verify the accuracy of information provided by those with late payments, including checking for post-declaration transactions, new tax obligations, and asset transfers. This initiative aims to make the process of closing businesses or ceasing professional activities more efficient and less burdensome.