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  1. Greece Travel Advisory

    Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise normal precautions in Greece. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Greece.. If you decide to travel to Greece: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program () to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.

  2. Travel Advisory: Greece

    Do not travel to Greece due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State's COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Greece due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you ...

  3. Alerts and Messages

    Travel Advisory Levels. Alerts. U. S. Mission Greece - Steps to Vote in 2024 U.S. Elections (26 June, 2024) ... 10160 Athens, Greece Phone: 30-210-721-2951. Twitter Facebook YouTube Flickr Instagram. U.S. Consulate. U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki 43 Tsimiski, 7th Floor 546 23 Thessaloniki Greece

  4. Protocol for Arrivals in Greece

    Travellers, who decide to fill out the simplified form, will receive the PLF with their unique Quick Response (QR) code via email (the QR code will be provided in a link in the email). The PLF can also be found on the Visit Greece app and at travel.gov.gr. It is strongly recommended that all visitors download the Visit Greece app (GDPR ...

  5. Greece International Travel Information

    For additional travel information. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern ...

  6. Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Athens

    Travel Advisory: Level 1 ... 10160 Athens, Greece. Phone: 30-210-721-2951. U.S. Consulate. U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki; 43 Tsimiski, 7th Floor. ... U.S. citizens residing in the United States are currently not permitted to enter Greece for non-essential travel, ...

  7. Greece

    Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas. If you choose to drive a vehicle in Greece, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork. Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.

  8. Greece

    Current Travel Advisories. Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Learn More. U.S. Relationship ... The United States appointed its first Consul to Greece in 1837, following Greece's independence from the Ottoman Empire, and established diplomatic relations with Greece in 1868. After World War II, the United States contributed hundreds of ...

  9. Greece Travel Advisory

    U.S. DEPARTMENT of STATE — BUREAU of CONSULAR AFFAIRS. Travel.State.Gov > Travel Advisories > Greece Travel Advisory. Congressional Liaison; Special Issuance Agency; Legal Resources

  10. Greece travel advice

    FCDO travel advice for Greece. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. ... Get email alerts Warnings and insurance Still current at: 29 June 2024 Updated ...

  11. Can I travel to Greece? Travel Restrictions & Entry ...

    Find continuously updated travel restrictions for Greece such as border, vaccination, COVID-19 testing, and quarantine requirements.

  12. Greece Travel Warnings and Advisories

    Travel Alerts and Warnings in Greece. Greece is rarely under a travel alert or travel warning, and in general, it's a very safe country to visit compared with some other nations. Though strikes and protests occur and often garner media attention, for most Greeks it's business as usual. And, there are steps travelers can take in Greece to have a ...

  13. COVID-19 Update

    COVID-19 Update. Updated 06 January 2023. These past few years have had a tremendous impact on how we work, live our lives and travel. Although the pandemic is over, Covid-19 continues to be a reality for all of us. A few measures are still in place in the City of Athens, to protect yourselves and prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2.

  14. Travel advice and advisories for Greece

    avoid showing signs of affluence. avoid carrying large sums of cash or unnecessary valuables. pay attention to your surroundings, particularly in crowded and tourist areas. be wary of unsolicited offers or advice from strangers. avoid isolated areas, parks and down-market bars and restaurants, especially after dark.

  15. Greece Has Reopened to Travelers: What You Need to Know

    Travelers who can't wait to visit Athens or go island hopping again should know that Greece is in the midst of a second wave of coronavirus cases, with about 2,017 daily cases on average, and it has reported a total of just over 348,000 COVID-19 cases and 10,587 deaths as of May 4, according to the Reuters COVID-19 tracker.

  16. COVID-19 Information

    The fine for falsifying vaccination certificates is 5000 euros. The fine for non-compliance with mandatory quarantine is 5000 euros, in addition to possible arrest . Assistance: U.S. Embassy Athens, Greece. +30 210-721-2951. [email protected].

  17. What you Need to Know to Stay Safe When in Greece

    As in many European cities, there are warnings about crimes targeting tourists. The U.S. Department of State urges caution in Greek cities as crimes like pick-pocketing and purse snatching are known to take place in tourist areas, on public transportation (especially the Metro), and in Thessaloniki shopping areas. Car break-ins have been reported and the U.S. Embassy has received reports of ...

  18. Is Athens Safe? Areas to Avoid and Other Warnings

    Areas to Avoid and Other Warnings. ... and Hadrian's Arch. Located near Greece's southern tip, Athens is full of all the beauty that comes with troves of ruins and antiquities, many of them ...

  19. Greece Travel Advisory

    Greece with its capital Athens is a country in Europe (Southern Europe), slightly smaller than Alabama (131,940 km²). The country is located Southern Europe, bordering the Aegean Sea, Ionian Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea, between Albania and Turkey. ... What is the current travel advisory for Greece? Greece is currently rated at 2,8 out of a ...

  20. Latest travel advice for tourists heading to Greece

    Latest travel advice for tourists heading to Greece. By Marissa Tejada and Barry Neild, CNN. 6 minute read. Updated 10:34 AM EDT, Mon July 6, 2015. Link Copied! Best couples getaway: Folegandros ...

  21. UK tourists in Greece told 'stay away' as Foreign Office issues travel

    The Foreign Office has issued a fresh travel warning for UK holidaymakers heading to Greece, advising them to remain vigilant after security measures were heightened at popular tourism spots. On June 24, its updated advice included cautions regarding crime, local laws, and potential protests due to developments in Israel and the Occupied ...

  22. Greece: Warning issued to tourists as 'high temperatures will be more

    There has been a spate of tourist deaths in Greece as temperatures hit 43 degrees. ... Golf Travel Tales; Partner content. ... atop of the ancient Acropolis hill during a heat wave in Athens ...

  23. Heat waves in Europe are getting more dangerous. Here's what ...

    In Greece, tourism contributes nearly 38 billion euros ($41 billion) - around 20% of the country's entire economy, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council.

  24. Greece weather latest: New fire 'every ten minutes' amid hunt for

    Huge blaze closes town near Athens as Greece prepares for wildfire season Inside Greece's tourist tragedies as Michael Mosley and four others die over 11 days in 40C heatwave Tourist missing in ...

  25. Summer wildfires plague Greece and Turkey. The worst ones have been

    The greater Athens area has been declared at a high risk of fire Thursday too. Wildfires are common in Greece's dry, hot summers, and have caused scores of deaths in recent years. Authorities have warned of a particularly high risk this summer following a dry, warm winter that has left vegetation tinder-dry.

  26. In Greece, Another Tourist Found Dead Amid Scorching Heat Wave

    At least 10 foreign tourists have gone missing or been found dead this year in Greece after going for a hike, often in scorching temperatures. By Niki Kitsantonis Reporting from Athens Greek ...

  27. FAQ on Positive COVID-19 tests and quarantine in Greece

    10160 Athens, Greece. Phone: 30-210-721-2951. U.S. Consulate. U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki; 43 Tsimiski, 7th Floor. 546 23 Thessaloniki Greece. ... The U.S. Department of State recently assessed and reissued the Travel Advisory for Greece, raising it to Level 4 - Do Not Travel.

  28. Overtourism Forces Greece to Curb Cruise Ship Arrivals

    Overtourism has become a pressing issue for many popular destinations worldwide, and Greece is no exception. Iconic sites like Santorini, Mykonos, and Athens have experienced a surge in visitors, leading to overcrowded streets, environmental degradation, and strained infrastructure. The surge is largely attributed to the booming cruise industry ...

  29. Fires Erupt Near Athens as Half of Greece on High Alert Status

    Two wildfires broke out Saturday near Greece's capital, with a third igniting on the island of Serifos in Cyclades, as much of the nation remains on high alert for fire. Evacuations were ordered ...

  30. updated entry dates for U.S. citizens

    10160 Athens, Greece. Phone: 30-210-721-2951. U.S. Consulate. U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki; ... Non-EU citizens are banned from entering Greece for non-essential travel, ... To unsubscribe from U.S. Embassy Athens alerts and messages, ...