New state-funded travel vouchers up to €200 for holidays in Thessaly and Meriç
A new government subsidy program, the Thessaly & Meriç Pass 2025, has been launched to boost tourism in regions affected by recent natural disasters. The initiative will offer digital vouchers worth up to €200 for use during holidays in selected areas of Thessaly and Meriç.
The program is being implemented under Joint Ministerial Decision 42364 (Government Gazette B’ 3765/16.07.2025) and will unfold in three phases throughout the year.
The official application platform — vouchers.gov.gr — will open on Wednesday, July 23. Eligible recipients will receive a digital card, which can be used exclusively for tourism-related expenses during their designated vacation period.
Who Is Eligible and What’s Offered?
The value of the travel vouchers varies by region:
- Thessaly Pass A 2025 – €150 for holidays in specific areas of Thessaly
- Thessaly Pass B 2025 – €150 for other eligible areas in Thessaly
- Meriç Pass 2025 – €200 for holidays in designated areas of Meriç
The division between Thessaly Pass A and B is intended to ensure equitable geographic distribution of funds and promote balanced tourism development.
Program Timeline: Three Vacation Phases
Eligible participants must choose their preferred travel period during the application process. The program will be rolled out in three separate phases:
- Phase 1: July – August 2025
- Phase 2: September – October 2025
- Phase 3: November – December 2025
This new initiative forms part of the government’s broader strategy to revitalize local economies, particularly in areas impacted by floods and wildfires in recent years.
For more information and to apply, visit vouchers.gov.gr.
