When it comes to planning a summer holiday, Greece is usually near the top of the list for Brits.
However, the coronavirus pandemic and resulting travel restrictions have proved such a headache that many haven't bothered over the previous two years. Fortunately, Greece has now axed all covid rules and restrictions just in time for summer.
According to the UK government website, all those travelling to Greece from the UK no longer need to provide proof of vaccination.
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Here is the latest advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office at the time of publication. It’s always worth checking the latest updates before you travel.
Wearing a mask in Greece
It is mandatory to wear a mask in all indoor public spaces, in all areas of Greece.
In certain areas, such as in supermarkets and pharmacies, and on public transport, you will be required to wear either double masks (at least one of which should be surgical), or an N95/FFP2 mask.
Entry requirements
Passengers arriving in Greece are no longer required to show proof of vaccination, a negative Covid test, or a certificate of recovery from Covid. Plus you no longer need to complete a Passenger Locator Form.
However, travellers are still required to wear a face mask in all indoor spaces, including on the plane.
Arrivals into Greece may be required to undergo a rapid Covid-19 test on arrival.
If you test positive on arrival in Greece, you (and those you are travelling with) will have to self-isolate for at least five days at home or in quarantine hotels provided by the Greek state.
If you have no symptoms on day five, or your symptoms have improved (e.g. having no fever for the past 24 hours without the use of medicine), you will be allowed to end your quarantine.
However, if you still have a fever you will be required to continue to quarantine until your fever drops.
Travellers leaving quarantine are also legally required to wear an FFP2 / N95 mask, or double masks (at least one of which should be surgical), in all public indoor and outdoor spaces for at least five days after the end of their quarantine.
Passport validity
Your passport must meet two requirements. It must be:
- less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least three months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Visas
You can travel to 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, or for short-term studies or training.
If you are travelling to Greece without a visa, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day limit. Visits within the previous 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.
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