Grecia

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Prefisso Telefonico

+30

Capitale

Athens

Popolazione

10,4 milioni

Nome Nativo

Ελλάδα

Regione

Europe

Southern Europe

Fuso Orario

Eastern European Time

UTC+02:00

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Greece is a southeastern European country and EU/Schengen/Eurozone member, known as the cradle of Western civilization, democracy, and philosophy. Famous for ancient ruins, stunning islands, Mediterranean cuisine, and warm hospitality. Athens, the capital, features the Acropolis, Parthenon, and vibrant neighborhoods. Visitors are drawn to Athens' ancient sites, Santorini's whitewashed villages and sunsets, Mykonos nightlife and beaches, Crete's Minoan palaces, Rhodes medieval old town, Meteora monasteries, Delphi archaeological site, Greek islands (6,000+ total), Greek cuisine (moussaka, souvlaki, feta), and crystal-clear Aegean and Ionian seas. Greece offers history, island hopping, beaches, and Mediterranean lifestyle.

Visa Requirements for Greece

As a Schengen Area member, Greece follows standard Schengen visa policies. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can enter with just a valid ID card or passport for unlimited stays and can work freely. Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and many other countries can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Those requiring Schengen visas should apply through Greek consulates or embassies, submitting completed application forms, passport photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage), and proof of financial means. Greece receives over 30 million tourists annually, especially during summer months. Processing typically takes 15 calendar days.

Tipi di Visto Comuni

Visa-Free Entry (Schengen)

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period; applies to entire Schengen Area including Greece; passport must be valid 3 months beyond departure.

For tourism, business, conferences, visiting friends/family for US, UK, Australia, Canada, and other eligible nationalities.

EU/EEA/Swiss Entry

Unlimited stay; can enter with valid national ID card or passport; freedom of movement rights apply; can work without permit.

For EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens for tourism, work, residence, or any purpose without restrictions.

Schengen Visa (Type C)

Up to 90 days within 180-day period; valid for all Schengen countries; single, double, or multiple entry; processing 15 days.

For short-term stays including tourism, business, cultural events, conferences for nationalities requiring Schengen visa.

National Visa (Type D)

Beyond 90 days; requires specific purpose documentation; leads to residence permit; Greece-specific, though allows Schengen transit.

For stays exceeding 90 days including work, study, family reunification, or residence in Greece.

Important Travel Information

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area. Issued within last 10 years.

90/180 rule: Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period across entire Schengen Area, not just Greece.

Island hopping: Greece has 6,000+ islands (227 inhabited). Ferries connect islands and mainland. Book ferries in advance during peak summer season.

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