Category: Greece

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Santorini Welcomes Tourists Again as Greece Lifts Safety Restrictions

Greece has officially announced that Santorini is safe and fully prepared to welcome tourists, following a period of seismic activity that impacted the island earlier this year.  The island, along with neighboring Amorgos and Anafi, experienced significant seismic activity from late January to late February, prompting safety concerns and temporary restrictions. However, experts have now…
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EU Plans October Rollout for EES Biometric Border Checks

The EU’s long-delayed Entry/Exit System (EES) could finally launch in October, following an agreement reached between member states. The EES, designed to replace passport stamps for non-EU nationals, was initially set to begin last November but faced last-minute delays. Under the new plan—pending European Parliament approval—the system will be rolled out gradually over six months.…
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UK Travel Warning: Greece Braces for Nationwide Protests and Strikes

The UK government has issued updated travel advice for tourists in Greece due to expected major disruptions on Friday, February 28.  Mass demonstrations are set to take place across Athens and other parts of the country to mark the second anniversary of the Tempi rail disaster. The 2023 crash, involving a freight and passenger train,…
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ETIAS Rollout: EU to Allow Entry Without Travel Authorisation for First Six Months

The EU Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs has confirmed that the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) will be introduced in phases, starting with a six-month transitional period. During this time, travellers should apply for ETIAS but will still be allowed entry without it, as long as they meet other entry requirements. ETIAS…
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Travel Alert: Earthquakes Hit Greek Islands

British holidaymakers heading to Greece are being urged to stay vigilant after a series of earthquakes struck the islands of Santorini and Amorgos, prompting safety measures from local authorities. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued updated guidance following alerts from Greece’s Ministry of Civil Protection. Officials have advised residents and visitors to…
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