Refund of Overpaid Social Security Contributions (e-EFKA)
Employees, self-employed people, freelancers and farmers who paid contributions without a legal obligation (e.g. double insurance, incorrect calculation)
Interest-free refund of the excess amount after offsetting any debts owed to e-EFKA
This information has not been checked by us yet — please confirm it at the official source.
Who can get it
Official evidence · Α.Ν. 1846/1951 (κωδ.) περί κοινωνικών ασφαλίσεων - διατάξεις περί αχρεωστήτως καταβληθεισών εισφορών· Ν.4387/2016 · Checked: 2026-09-25
Based on official sources. For the latest criteria, contact the relevant authority.
How to apply
The steps to apply yourself. Free: you don’t need to pay anyone.
Required Documents
Usually the details gov.gr already holds about you are enough.
Step by step
- 1
Sign in to gov.gr with your TAXISnet codes
You sign in ONLY through the official government page. Never enter your codes anywhere else.
- 2
Open the application service
Go to the official pageAuthority: e-ΕΦΚΑ
- 3
Fill in and submit the application
Enter your details, upload anything requested and submit. Keep the protocol number.
- 4
Track your application
Progress and the final decision appear in your account on the authority / gov.gr.
Indicative guide — the application and final decision are made by the competent authority.
Indicative results — not an official assessment.
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What it is
Employees, self-employed people, freelancers and farmers who paid contributions without a legal obligation (e.g. double insurance, incorrect calculation). Application period: open all year round – online application with TAXISnet credentials. The special online service for refunding 2019-2020 contributions of salaried lawyers, salaried engineers and health professionals was available until 31.12.2023 and has closed.
Lifecycle*
ActivePermanent/ongoing benefit
No fixed end date is currently recorded.
*Cycles, deadlines, and availability may change regularly. Always confirm with the official source before applying.
Benefit details
- Provider
- e-ΕΦΚΑ
- Category
- Taxes & Debts
- Status
- Under review
- Type of benefit
- Information
Details last verified: 25/09/2026