Government advisories for Greece
US State Department
US L1 · Normal precautionsExercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precaution in Greece . Greece is a generally safe destination for travelers. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. Demonstrations may disrupt transportation…
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated Oct 23, 2025
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · no warningsNo FCDO travel warnings
Latest change: New information about winter weather in Greece, including flash flooding ('Warnings and insurance' page).
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated Nov 3, 2026
Government of Canada
CA 1 · Normal precautionsTake normal security precautions
Latest change: Editorial change
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Oct 5, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Protecting your belongings: Thefts of passports, wallets and handbags are common on the metro and in crowded tourist places, particularly in central Athens. Do not carry all your valuables in one place and keep a copy of your passport photo page somewhere safe. When driving on holiday, keep your valuables out of sight and lock your vehicle at…
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Nov 3, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Greece, and civil unions between same-sex couples have been legal since 2015. The age of consent in Greece is 15, this applies to partners of both the same sex and opposite sex. Transgender people are able to change their legal gender. Anti-discrimination and hate speech laws apply to gender identity. Public attitudes towards same-sex couples vary throughout the country. Couples showing affection in public may be frowned on, especially in rural areas.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Nov 3, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Foreigners have been sexually assaulted, most often on the islands. Don’t accept rides from strangers or casual acquaintances.
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Greece
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
CDC health page for Greece · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
German Foreign Office
DE · no travel warningNo travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 15, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · greenGreen: no special safety risks
De kleurcode van het reisadvies voor Griekenland is groen. U kunt erheen reizen. Lees welke veiligheidsrisico’s er zijn.
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Nov 2, 2026
New Zealand SafeTravel
NZ · level 1Exercise normal safety and security precautions
Official notice Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, SafeTravel (CC BY 4.0) · updated 03 June 2025
Italian Foreign Ministry (alerts are in Italian)
IT · latest alert (in Italian)- GRECIA: PARTITA UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE OLYMPIAKOS – MILAN.
In occasione della partita di calcio di UEFA Europa League tra Olympiakos e Milan, in programma il 26 novembre 2026 presso lo stadio “Georgios Karaiskakis” di Atene, si raccomanda di attenersi scrupolosamente alle indicazioni delle Autorità locali. Per casi di grave emergenza, l' Ambasciata d'Italia Atene – Sito Ufficiale Ambasciata d'Italia a Atene rimane raggiungibile al numero 00306937453142.
Official notice Source: Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, Unita di Crisi, Viaggiare Sicuri (Italian, as published) · updated Nov 11, 2026
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Entry requirements for Greece
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area , which includes Greece, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel:
- Passport: Greece follows Schengen area rules . Your passport must:
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Greece’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Greece set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Greek Embassy in the UK.
Passport validity requirements
Greece follows Schengen area rules. Your passport must:
- have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it might have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago, making it invalid for entry to the Schengen area
- have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area (the expiry date does not need to be within 10 years of the date of issue)
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
Visa requirements
You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes Greece, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel:
- as a tourist
- to visit family or friends
- to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events
- for short-term studies or training
The requirements for working in Greece are different. If you are a touring creative, see details about the Uniform (Schengen) visa.
If you’re travelling to other Schengen countries as well, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day visa-free limit. Visits to Schengen countries within the previous 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days. If you overstay the 90-day visa-free limit, you may be banned from entering Schengen countries for up to 3 years.
You may also need to:
- show a return or onward ticket
- prove that you have enough money for your stay
Staying longer than 90 days in a 180-day period
For a longer stay, you must apply to the Greek authorities for a national visa.
If you’re in Greece with a residence permit or long-stay visa, this does not count towards your 90-day visa-free limit.
Read about entry processes if you live in Greece.
New Schengen entry requirements
The European Union’s (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) is now being implemented across the Schengen area.
This means that when you travel into the Schengen area for short stays, you may need to register your biometric details, such as fingerprints and a photo. There is no cost for EES registration.
On your first visit into a Schengen country, you may be asked to register your details at a special booth before proceeding to the immigration desk. Follow directions from your travel operator or the staff at your port of entry. You may also need to provide either your fingerprint or photo when you leave the Schengen area. Children aged 11 or younger will not have their fingerprints scanned but can be required to have their photo taken.
You do not need to take any action before you arrive at the border on entry to the Schengen area, but EES may take each passenger extra time to complete so be prepared to wait longer than usual at the border and to allow more time for immigration controls when you depart the Schengen area. If you are departing the Schengen area by plane, allow extra time to reach your departure gate as EES checks may take place before boarding.
EES is replacing the previous system of manually stamping passports when visitors arrive in the Schengen area for short stays. You may be asked to input biometric details every time you enter or exit.
If you enter the Schengen area through the Port of Dover, Eurotunnel at Folkestone or Eurostar at St Pancras International, any information will be taken at the border before you leave the UK.
Your digital EES record is valid for 3 years.
Read more information on the EU Entry/Exit System and to understand which countries are in the Schengen area.
If you are long-term resident in a Schengen country, you are exempt from EES in all Schengen countries. The full list of EES exemptions is on the EU’s official Travel Europe website.
If you believe you have been incorrectly entered into EES or your record of time spent in the Schengen area is incorrect, approach border officials when you next cross the Schengen border and request a correction. If you are exempt, carry documentation confirming your status. If you believe your time spent in the Schengen area has been recorded incorrectly, raise this with border officials and be prepared to provide supporting evidence if requested.
Greek implementation of EES
Greek authorities have indicated that they will not collect biometric data (fingerprints and photos) for UK travellers as part of EES. Follow the advice of authorities on the ground. If you are resident in Greece, make sure to show your residence documentation at passport control to ensure you are not registered in EES.
Vaccine requirements
For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccines, see TravelHealthPro’s Greece guide.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods that can be brought into and taken out of Greece. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Taking food into Greece
You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries. There are some exceptions such as powdered baby milk, baby food and special foods or pet feed required for medical reasons.
Taking money into Greece
Declare cash or travellers cheques at your point of entry into Greece if you are carrying a value of 10,000 euros or more. You will be asked to complete the relevant declaration forms provided to you by the Customs Authorities. You should request a certified copy of the declaration to keep with you. If you do not, your money could be seized when you leave. You can read further detail on the website of the Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue.
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated Nov 3, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
- Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS)
The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) is an electronic travel authorization (ETA) system. You will be required to apply online and pay for an ETIAS before you travel to any one of 30 European countries. Applications are not yet open. Apply only through the official EU website once the system is launched.
Dual citizens of Canada and participating countries
If you're a Canadian citizen but also a citizen of any of the participating countries, you will not be eligible to apply for an ETIAS. You must travel on your European passport. If you do not have a passport, or if you have an expired passport from the participating country of which you are also a citizen, you must apply for one or renew it before you travel.
If you are unsure whether you are a citizen of any of the participating countries, you must verify your status with the country's embassy or consulate in Canada before you travel, or you risk being denied entry to your destination.
If you are a Canadian with dual citizenship, you need to carry a valid Canadian passport to return to Canada by air.
Be cautious of fraudulent websites claiming to sell ETIAS authorizations.
Useful links
- Travelling to Europe
- Foreign representatives accredited to Canada
- Official ETIAS website – European Union
- Dual citizenship and ETIAS – European Union
Schengen area
Greece is a Schengen area country. Canadian citizens do not need a visa to travel to countries within the Schengen area. However, visa-free travel only applies to stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Stays are cumulative and include visits to any Schengen area country.
Member states may temporarily reintroduce controls at internal border crossings within the Schengen area. You may be required to pass through immigration controls when entering Greece, even if arriving from another Schengen area country. Verify if border controls are in effect before you travel to Greece.
If you plan to stay in the Schengen area for a longer period of time, you will need a visa. You must contact the high commission or embassy of the countries you are travelling to and obtain the appropriate visa(s) before your departure.
When you enter the Schengen area, the Entry/Exit System (EES) collects information about your trip as well as your facial image and fingerprints. You don’t need to take any action before you travel.
Useful links
- Schengen area
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Travelling to Europe
- Entry/Exit System (EES) – European Union
- Temporary Reintroduction of Border Control – European Commission
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave the Schengen area.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
Visas
Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period
Business visa: not required for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period
Work visa: required
Student visa: required
Overstays
If you must stay in Greece longer than 90 days due to serious and unforeseen events, such as a medical emergency, you may be able to seek an extension of your stay as a visitor.
Present your request to the office of the Greek police on aliens’ issues at least 15 days before your 90-day, visa-free period expires.
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Children and travel
Learn about travelling with children.
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Oct 5, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Greece).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
New entry systems that affect Greece
EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
Reported to be in operation at the external borders of the Schengen area since April 2026, registering fingerprints and a photo instead of stamping passports. Allow extra time at first entry, especially in summer.
Reported: confirm on the official site Official page
Source: European Union · checked 2026-09-25
EU ETIAS travel authorisation
Not yet required, and no start date is confirmed. Do not pay any website for an 'ETIAS' today; when it starts, apply only through the official EU site.
Reported: confirm on the official site Official page
Source: European Union · checked 2026-09-25
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Weather forecast, next days
Athens
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 Nov | Partly cloudy | 18° / 21° | dry | 32 km/h |
| Sat 14 Nov | Clear | 16° / 22° | dry | 20 km/h |
| Sun 15 Nov | Partly cloudy | 13° / 21° | dry | 15 km/h |
| Mon 16 Nov | Partly cloudy | 14° / 18° | dry | 4 km/h |
| Tue 17 Nov | Partly cloudy | 13° / 19° | dry | 4 km/h |
Crete
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 Nov | Partly cloudy | 17° / 24° | dry | 36 km/h |
| Sat 14 Nov | Clear | 18° / 26° | dry | 35 km/h |
| Sun 15 Nov | Mostly clear | 16° / 23° | dry | 18 km/h |
| Mon 16 Nov | Partly cloudy | 15° / 20° | dry | 7 km/h |
| Tue 17 Nov | Clear | 15° / 22° | dry | 8 km/h |
Santorini
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 Nov | Partly cloudy | 18° / 21° | dry | 28 km/h |
| Sat 14 Nov | Clear | 19° / 21° | 0.2 mm | 27 km/h |
| Sun 15 Nov | Mostly clear | 18° / 20° | dry | 23 km/h |
| Mon 16 Nov | Clear | 17° / 18° | dry | 13 km/h |
| Tue 17 Nov | Mostly clear | 17° / 19° | dry | 13 km/h |
Mykonos
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 Nov | Cloudy | 19° / 21° | dry | 34 km/h |
| Sat 14 Nov | Clear | 19° / 21° | dry | 33 km/h |
| Sun 15 Nov | Mostly clear | 17° / 19° | dry | 31 km/h |
| Mon 16 Nov | Clear | 16° / 18° | dry | 21 km/h |
| Tue 17 Nov | Partly cloudy | 17° / 19° | dry | 22 km/h |
Live feed Forecast data: MET Norway (Locationforecast, CC BY 4.0), city local time. Forecasts change; for severe weather follow the official warnings above · updated
Essentials for travelers
Emergency 112 Police 100 Ambulance 166 Fire 199
- Plugs: type C, F
- Power: 230 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the right
- Tap water: generally safe
- Calling code: +30
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: high. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Local language
Ελλάδα Greek
Essential phrases in Greek
| Hello | Γεια σας | Yia sas |
|---|---|---|
| Thank you | Ευχαριστώ | Efcharistó |
| Help! | Βοήθεια! | Voíthia! |
| Where is the hospital? | Πού είναι το νοσοκομείο; | Pou íne to nosokomío? |
| I need the police | Χρειάζομαι την αστυνομία | Chriázome tin astynomía |
| I need a doctor | Χρειάζομαι γιατρό | Chriázome giatró |
| How much is it? | Πόσο κάνει; | Póso káni? |
| Where is the toilet? | Πού είναι η τουαλέτα; | Pou íne i toualéta? |
Country names come from the Unicode CLDR. Phrases are short standard translations; show them on your phone to ask for help.
Health and safety numbers for Greece
| Measure | Value | Year | What it means | World median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safely managed drinking water % of people | 96.7 | 2024 | Share of people whose drinking water is on their premises, available when needed and free from contamination. Origin: WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme. World Bank data page | 80.6 (151 countries) |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 6.58 | 2022 | Generalist and specialist doctors for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO Global Health Workforce Statistics, OECD, country data. World Bank data page | 1.62 (208 countries) |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 people | 4.27 | 2022 | Inpatient beds in public, private and specialist hospitals for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO, country data. World Bank data page | 2.39 (201 countries) |
| Measles vaccination % of children aged 12-23 months | 91 | 2024 | Share of young children who have had a measles vaccine dose. Origin: WHO/UNICEF. World Bank data page | 90 (193 countries) |
| Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people | 8.3 | 2019 | Estimated deaths from road traffic injuries for every 100,000 people. The newest year WHO published is 2019. Origin: WHO. World Bank data page | 14.9 (190 countries) |
| Intentional homicides per 100,000 people | 0.84 | 2023 | Unlawful deaths inflicted on a person with the intent to cause death or serious injury, for every 100,000 people. Origin: UNODC. World Bank data page | 2.61 (196 countries) |
These are yearly statistics, not live data. They are estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, and they describe the whole country, not a city or resort. Countries measure and report these figures in different ways, and the year of the newest figure differs from row to row.
Official notice Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0). Underlying estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, database updated 2026-11-11. World median worked out by Voyaggora from the same World Bank data (median of countries with data, each country's latest year). · checked
Local laws to know before you go (Government of Canada advice)
Written by the Government of Canada for Canadian travellers. Laws change; the full, current text is on the Government of Canada page.
Drugs
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect prison sentences and heavy fines.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
Photography
There are restrictions on photographing and filming:
- military installations and military personnel
- border areas
- harbours, airports and other transportation hubs
- churches, monasteries and monks
- schools
In and around these areas, you should always:
- verify if photography is allowed or if a special permit is required
- request permission if individuals are involved
- refrain from photographing or filming if in doubt
- comply with all requests from local authorities
Drones
Recreational and commercial flying of drones is regulated.
You must register your drone to use it across the European Union. If you don’t comply, you may be fined and your drone confiscated.
Identification
Local police may ask to see your identification at any time.
- Carry adequate identification at all times, such as your passport or residence permit
- Keep a photocopy of your passport in a safe place, in case it is lost or stolen
Official notice Source: Government of Canada, Travel Advice and Advisories for Greece. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Canada. The text is the Government of Canada's own words, shown unchanged (long entries end at a full stop); Voyaggora adds nothing and interprets nothing (advice last updated October 9, 2026 09:57 EDT; data file generated 2026-10-09). · checked
Taiwan travel warning
- Level 1 (grey) 第一級：灰色提醒 - 希臘 - Greece
Chinese label 灰色提醒 (literally: grey, reminder) · text is in Chinese: open the original · published
Live feed Source: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan (BOCA) (dataset data.gov.tw/dataset/116026, Government Open Data License v1.0). The Chinese title is shown unchanged; the English wording of the level is a literal translation by Voyaggora. This is Taiwan's own government warning and does not mean BOCA endorses Voyaggora. · checked
Respiratory viruses in Greece this week (ECDC)
The latest weekly figures the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) publishes for Greece. Each row shows its own reporting week, because countries report on different schedules.
Visits to primary care
| Measure | Latest week | Rate | Previous weeks | Compared with previous week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Influenza-like illness (ILI) consultations in primary care | 2026-W44 | 543 per 100,000 population | W40 443.4 · W41 512.8 · W42 541.5 · W43 628.5 | Lower than previous week (628.5) |
Tests in primary-care sentinel surveillance
| Virus | Latest week | Share of tests positive | Previous weeks | Compared with previous week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Influenza | 2026-W44 | 5.5% positive of 55 tests | W40 2.4% · W41 12.7% · W42 6.3% · W43 6.7% | Lower than previous week (6.7%) |
| SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 virus) | 2026-W44 | 23.6% positive of 55 tests | W40 14.3% · W41 10.9% · W42 12.7% · W43 7.9% | Higher than previous week (7.9%) |
| RSV | 2026-W44 | 0% positive of 55 tests | W40 0% · W41 0% · W42 0% · W43 1.1% | Lower than previous week (1.1%) |
Rates count visits to primary care for the named illness per 100,000 population, as reported to ECDC. Sentinel surveillance tests samples from a selected group of primary-care practices; the percentage is the share of those tests that were positive.
"About the same" means within 5% (rates) or within 1 percentage point (positive tests). Case definitions, testing and reporting differ between countries, and ECDC may revise past weeks.
Live feed Source: ERVISS, European Respiratory Virus Surveillance Summary (ECDC) · checked <time datetime="2026-11-13T02:39:01Z" data-rel>Nov 13, 02:39 UTC</time>
Dataset provided by ECDC based on data provided by public health authorities, scientific institutes or health care providers in the relevant reporting countries and/or by WHO. Figures selected, reformatted and compared by Voyaggora.
Emergency numbers in Greece
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 100 |
| Ambulance (emergency medical services) | 166 |
| Fire (fire department) | 199 |
| Emergency (Wikidata role “emergency”) | 112 |
From Wikidata (CC0). Wikidata is edited by volunteers and lists a role only where an editor has recorded one; check locally, for example with your embassy or hotel, before you rely on a number.
Live feed Source: Wikidata, Wikidata property P2852 “emergency phone number” · Wikidata data is CC0 (public domain) · checked
Is Greece on the UK visa national list?
Greece is not on the list of nationalities that need a visa for a visit (check the rules for your purpose).
List: Immigration Rules Appendix Visitor: Visa national list, paragraph VN 1.1(a), 115 countries and territorial entities. Latest change recorded by GOV.UK: Mar 5, 2026. This is only the visa national list; the Rules contain other conditions, so read the full page on GOV.UK.
Official notice Source: GOV.UK, UK Home Office · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 · checked
Is Greece on the US Visa Waiver Program list (ESTA)?
Greece is on the list of countries DHS shows as currently designated for the US Visa Waiver Program (program travel began Apr. 5, 2010).
DHS page “Last Updated”: Oct 28, 2026. The page lists countries; whether a particular traveller qualifies is set by DHS, see the page.
Official notice Source: Visa Waiver Program, US Department of Homeland Security · US government work, not subject to copyright (17 U.S.C. § 105) · checked
Canada visitor visa processing time for applications made from Greece
IRCC’s processing-time tool answers the question “Where are you applying from?”. For visitor-visa applications made from Greece, it shows:
- 41 days: Visitor visa (from outside Canada)
IRCC’s own figures, as of November 4, 2026. IRCC says: “Your application may take longer than the times shown here. They’re not a maximum or a guarantee.” The time depends on where the application is made, not on citizenship, and whether a visa or an eTA is needed depends on the traveller; check IRCC. Tool and details: IRCC check processing times.
Live feed Source: Check processing times, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · checked
Using your phone in Greece: EU Roam Like At Home
The European Commission says: “‘Roam Like At Home’ (RLAH) is automatically activated whenever you travel and use your phone abroad in any of the 27 EU countries, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Ukraine and Moldova.”
Page last updated: 6 November 2026. Quoted word for word from the Commission’s roaming page; operators set their own terms, so check with your mobile operator. More: Roaming, European Commission.
Official notice Source: Roaming, European Commission (DG CONNECT) · licensed CC BY 4.0 · text quoted unchanged · checked
More governments' travel advice for Greece
Australia: Smartraveller (DFAT)
AU · Exercise normal safety precautions
“Exercise normal safety precautions in Greece.”
Smartraveller page last changed Sep 30, 2026 · level and wording as published (text shortened to its opening sentences where long)
Read the official Australian advice
Live feed Source: Smartraveller (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence; terms on the Smartraveller copyright page). Attribution: “Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Smartraveller website - www.smartraveller.gov.au”. Not an endorsement of Voyaggora by the Australian Government. Checked .
Belgium: FPS Foreign Affairs
Belgium publishes its advice as text. The opening text of its ‘Laatste update’ page (in Dutch):
“Zolang de gebruikelijke voorzorgsmaatregelen nageleefd worden, kan er in Griekenland doorgaans veilig gereisd worden.”
Laatst bijgewerkt op (last updated) Sep 2, 2026 · text quoted unchanged, long text shortened to its opening sentences
Read the official Belgian advice (Dutch) · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.belgium.be, FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Belgium. Information free of rights (Creative Commons-0), legal notice. Source and date shown as the ministry recommends. Checked .
France: Conseils aux voyageurs (France Diplomatie)
FR · vigilance normale
“L’ensemble du pays est placé en zone de vigilance normale.”
Level word, literal translation by Voyaggora: normal vigilance.
Alerts France lists for this country (titles as published, in French):
- Fortes précipitations – Prudence et recommandations · en ligne le Jun 19, 2026; mis à jour le Oct 2, 2026
Sécurité: mise à jour le Sep 15, 2026; zones: actualisation le Mar 5, 2026; alerts page: mise à jour le Oct 2, 2026 · text quoted unchanged
Read the official French advice (French) · Alerts page · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.gouv.fr, Ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères (France Diplomatie), Conseils aux voyageurs. Licence Ouverte / Open Licence version 2.0 (avril 2017), mentions légales; the source and the date of last update are shown as the licence requires. Excerpts are reproduced unchanged and may not show the whole advice: read the full official page. Not an endorsement of Voyaggora by the French government. Checked .
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Official weather warnings
- HNMS Yellow Rain Warning issued for Greece - Ionion Islands ·
Official alert - HNMS Yellow Rain Warning issued for Greece - West Sterea ·
Official alert - HNMS Yellow Rain Warning issued for Greece - Epirus ·
Official alert - HNMS Yellow Wind Warning issued for Greece - North East Aegean Islands ·
Official alert
Live feed Source: national weather service via WMO Alert Hub · checked · shown in the service's own words
U.S. Embassy alerts
- Embassy alert
Routine Message - Visit by Embassy Athens Consular Officer to Thessaloniki, Monday, November 16 Read on the embassy site
Live feed Source: U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy and Consulate websites (public alerts for U.S. citizens; US government works) · checked
Embassy alerts
- Protest
学生集会・デモ情報（11月5日） Original · Translate to English
Live feed Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage (open data; alerts from Japanese embassies, shown in Japanese as published) · checked
More live hazards and notices
Getting around
- Planets tonight Above the horizon after dark (about 18:44 local): Saturn. Calculated from astronomy (astral, Astronomy Engine) and the IANA time zone database.
- Athens ring road traffic On the Attiki Odos ring road around Athens, detectors with moving traffic show an average speed of 94 km/h (298 of 433 working detectors; 0 of them read below 40 km/h), measured at 04:17 UTC. · Source: Attiki Odos S.A. via the Greek National Access Point (data.nap.gov.gr); Open Data Commons Open Database License 1.0; Attiki Odos via data.nap.gov.gr (ODbL 1.0); checked 04:18 UTC
Weather, sea and nature
- Sea temperature today: Athens about 20°C (68°F), Crete about 21°C (70°F), Santorini about 21°C (69°F). Source: NOAA OISST satellite analysis (NOAA CoastWatch), reading of 2026-11-10; checked .
- UV index forecast, Athens: peak 2.8 (low) around 10:00 UTC (Fri) in the next 24 hours, if the sky is clear. Cloud lowers it; protect your skin from 3 upward. Source: MET Norway (NLOD 2.0 and CC BY 4.0), forecast of 2026-11-13 01:19 UTC. Checked .
- Forecast at the summit, famous peaks (hour starting 03:00 UTC): Mount Olympus (2,918 m): 0 °C, wind 21 km/h from 214°, cloud cover 58%. Computer-model forecast for the summit height, not a measurement; mountain weather changes fast and can differ greatly from the valley. Check the local mountain guides and avalanche service before climbing. Source: MET Norway (NLOD 2.0 and CC BY 4.0). Checked .
- Earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or more near Greece, past 7 days: 2. Strongest: M5.1, 39 km S of Moíres, Greece, (details). Most recent: M5.1, 39 km S of Moíres, Greece, . Events are matched to this country by the place name USGS gives, so offshore quakes near neighbouring countries may be listed on their page instead; the hub lists every strong quake worldwide. Source: US Geological Survey (public domain). Checked .
- Recent Copernicus Emergency Mapping activations (last ~75 days):
- Flood Flood in Crete, Greece 2026-10-04
- Wildfire Wildfire in Trapezitsa Mountain, Greece 2026-09-06
Safety, strikes and public order
- In the news, last 24 hours:
- 5 articles about armed conflict
- 7 articles about natural disasters
Live feed News signals: The GDELT Project, counting English-language news articles from the last 24 hours. Headlines belong to their publishers and are not verified by Voyaggora. Newest data .
Health
- Health ministry, recent posts (Ministry of Health Greece):
- Σημεία συνέντευξης του Υπουργού Υγείας Άδωνι Γεωργιάδη στην εκπομπή «Κοινωνία Ώρα ...
- ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΙΚΕΣ ΚΑΤΑΣΤΑΣΕΙΣ ΝΟΣΟΚΟΜΕΙΩΝ 6ης ΥΠΕ ΕΤΟΥΣ 2025
- ΑΙΤΗΣΗ ΣΥΜΜΕΤΟΧΗΣ ΣΤΙΣ ΕΞΕΤΑΣΕΙΣ ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΑΠΟΚΤΗΣΗ ΠΙΣΤΟΠΟΙΗΤΙΚΟΥ ΣΤΗΝ ΙΑΤΡΙΚΗ ΥΠΝΟΥ
- Στην Εύβοια ο Υπουργός Υγείας Άδωνις Γεωργιάδης για τα εγκαίνια του Γενικού ...
- Health ministry, recent posts (Ministry of Health Greece):
- Σημεία συνέντευξης του Υπουργού Υγείας Άδωνι Γεωργιάδη στην εκπομπή «Κοινωνία Ώρα ...
- Στην Εύβοια ο Υπουργός Υγείας Άδωνις Γεωργιάδης για τα εγκαίνια του Γενικού ...
- Συνάντηση του Υπουργού Υγείας Άδωνι Γεωργιάδη με τον Πανελλήνιο Σύλλογο ...
- Σημεία συνέντευξης του Υπουργού Υγείας Άδωνι Γεωργιάδη στην εκπομπή «Καλημέρα ...
- Health ministry, recent posts (Ministry of Health Greece):
- ΑΙΤΗΣΗ ΣΥΜΜΕΤΟΧΗΣ ΣΤΙΣ ΕΞΕΤΑΣΕΙΣ ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΑΠΟΚΤΗΣΗ ΠΙΣΤΟΠΟΙΗΤΙΚΟΥ ΣΤΗΝ ΙΑΤΡΙΚΗ ΥΠΝΟΥ
- Παγκόσμια Ημέρα Ασφάλειας Ασθενών 2026 – Ασφαλής Φροντίδα των ατόμων με μη ...
- Kαθορισμός των επιτρεπόμενων προς διάθεση προϊόντων στα σχολικά κυλικεία, τους ...
- NFP4Health 2 - Η Κοινή Δράση για τη βελτίωση των ικανοτήτων των Εθνικών Σημείων Επαφής (NFP)
Events, holidays and sport
- Next public holidays: Christmas Day (Fri 25 Dec); Glorifying Mother of God (Sat 26 Dec); New Year's Day (Fri 1 Jan) · Shops, banks and attractions may close and prices rise. Computed with the open-source python-holidays library (MIT); check the official calendar.
- Solar eclipse A partial solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 covers about 78% of the sun in Athens. Use certified eclipse glasses. Calculated from astronomy (astral, Astronomy Engine) and the IANA time zone database.
Prices and utilities
- Fuel prices, national average (week of 2026-11-09): petrol (Euro-super 95) 2.042 EUR/L, diesel 2.099 EUR/L. Source: European Commission, Weekly Oil Bulletin (CC BY 4.0), prices include taxes. Checked .
- Electricity mix Greece generated 53.6% of its electricity from clean sources in October 2026 (wind and solar 47.2%), with a carbon intensity of 308 gCO2e per kWh. · Source: Ember; CC BY 4.0, Ember (licence); checked 00:15 UTC
Other live notices
- Daylight today in Athens (capital): sunrise 07:03, sunset 17:15 (10 h 12 min of daylight, local time Europe/Athens); moon: waxing crescent, about 11% lit. Calculated from astronomy (NOAA solar-position equations), accurate to a couple of minutes; not an official feed. Moon phase from the mean lunar cycle. Updated .
- Light and clocks in Athens (capital): Golden hour (soft photo light) 07:03 to 07:41 and 16:36 to 17:15; blue hour after sunset 17:15 to 17:53; daylight is shrinking by 2 minutes a day. Clocks go forward 1 hour on Sun 28 Mar 2027 at 03:00 (UTC+2 to UTC+3). Local time in Athens: UTC+2. Calculated from astronomy and the international time-zone database; governments can change clock rules at short notice, so check before you travel. Not an official feed.
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Model estimates, next 24 hoursGreece
- Model forecast Next 24 hours in Athens (model forecast, not an official forecast): 15.2 to 20°C, dry, gusts to 40 km/h, cloud 60%. Derived from the NOAA GFS model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
- Sea state Sea off Greece in the next 24 hours (model, open water only): waves about 1.2 m, up to 3.2 m on the most exposed stretch. Not a swimming or boating safety signal: follow local flags and warnings. Derived from the NOAA GFS-Wave model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
- Air (model) Fine particles (PM2.5) in Athens, modelled for the next 24 hours: about 18 µg/m³, 1.2 times the WHO 24-hour guideline of 15 µg/m³. A model estimate for the city, not a measurement. Derived from the NOAA GEFS-Aerosols model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
These are computer-model estimates from NOAA open model data (model run 12 Nov 18:00 UTC), not official forecasts, measurements or warnings. The official advisories, warnings and live sources for Greece are listed on this page.
Pictures from space and the weather agenciesGreece
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Air and fires near popular destinations
Air quality
- Crete Good PM2.5 4.0 µg/m³ ·
Live feed Air quality from OpenAQ (open data from EEA, credited under their open licences) and U.S. EPA AirNow for US cities, plus community sensors from Sensor.Community (ODbL) where official monitors are missing. Readings are from the nearest monitors and can be a few hours old.
Health and vaccines
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Airport weather right now
| Airport | Temperature | Wind | Visibility | Conditions | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens LGAV | 19°C / 66°F | 14 kt from 200° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Kos LGKO | 19°C / 66°F | 10 kt from 170° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Corfu/Kapodistinas LGKR | 20°C / 68°F | 22 kt from 130° (gusts 35) | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Rhodes/Diagoras LGRP | 20°C / 68°F | 3 kt | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Araxos LGRX | 20°C / 68°F | 12 kt from 190° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Santorini Isl LGSR | 18°C / 64°F | 2 kt | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather |
Live feed Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center · checked
Airport punctuality
| Airport | Departures on time | Arrivals on time | Flights operated | Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens LGAV | 70.4% | 67.5% | 94.2% | Nov 11, 2026 |
Live feed Source: EUROCONTROL Data app (airport punctuality, published daily; figures shown as published, Voyaggora does not change them) · checked
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 0.90 EUR
Central-bank reference rate for Nov 12, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
Official sources for Greece
- Weather service: Official website
- Weather warnings: HNMS warnings (in Greek)
- Earthquakes and volcanoes: NOA Geodynamic Institute
- Road conditions: Egnatia
- Railways: Hellenic Train
- Official tourism board: Visit Greece
- Emergency number(s): 112 (official page)
Links to the official government bodies, checked by us. Voyaggora does not run these sites. For anything urgent, use the official emergency number.
Voyaggora guides in Greece
Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Greece?
- Is it safe to travel to Greece right now?
- Official advice is to take normal or increased precautions. As of Nov 13, 04:22 UTC. The US State Department rates Greece Level 1 of 4, "Normal precautions". Canada says "Take normal security precautions". The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Greece. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Greece right now?
- As of Nov 13, 04:22 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Greece: official weather warnings, U.S. Embassy alerts, embassy alerts, more live hazards and notices, air quality and fires near popular destinations. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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