Greece Extends Entry Rules for Two Weeks

The Government of Greece announced it would extend the current entry rules for two more weeks until January 24, 2022.

Current Requirements

The entry ban on travelers from outside the European Union/Schengen Area has been extended, with some exceptions for travelers from these third countries: Australia, Northern Macedonia, UAE, USA, UK, Israel, Canada, Belarus, New Zealand, South Korea, Qatar, Bahrain, China, Kuwait, Ukraine, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Montenegro, Albania, Japan, Lebanon, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Jordan, Moldova, Brunei, San Marino, Andorra, Vatican City State, Monaco, Argentina, India, Uruguay, Oman, Chile, Mexico, Kosovo, and Taiwan.

All permitted travelers over the age of five must present a negative PCR or rapid antigen test 72 or 24 hours before they arrive in Greece. The testing requirement applies to all travelers regardless of their nationality or vaccination status.

All travelers must complete a Passenger Locator Form before traveling.

Travelers may be subject to a random COVID-19 test upon request. Those who test positive will have to complete a five-day quarantine.

Erickson Insights

The COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly evolving, and guidance from government agencies and health advisories change often.

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