Reviewed 2026-07-01

Greece visa & entry requirements

Everything you need to know before you fly to Greece — visa rules by passport, passport validity, entry stamp process and where to apply if you need a visa.

Do I need a visa?

PassportStatusMax stayNotes
EU / SchengenVisa-freeunlimited
United StatesETA / ETIAS90 days per 180ETIAS from 2026.
United KingdomETA / ETIAS90 days per 180ETIAS from 2026.
CanadaETA / ETIAS90 days per 180ETIAS from 2026.
Australia / NZETA / ETIAS90 days per 180ETIAS from 2026.

Different passport? Check the official source below — visa rules change frequently.

Passport validity

3+ months beyond Schengen departure.

Entry stamp process

Schengen entry stamp. EES rollout underway at ATH and SKG.

Entry checklist

  • Passport 3+ months validity beyond exit.
  • Return ticket + accommodation.
  • ETIAS from 2026 for visa-exempt travellers.
Currency
Euro (EUR). Cash still king in island tavernas.
Timezone
EET / EEST (UTC+2/+3).
Emergency number
112

Always check the official source

This page is reviewed periodically but visa rules can change with 24 hours' notice. Confirm your specific case with Greece's government portal:

Greece Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Country guide
Greece overview
Itinerary
Greece day-by-day plan
Budget
Greece trip cost

Other country visa guides

Educational information only — not immigration advice. Always confirm with Greece's official government source before you travel.