Category: Greece

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

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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EU’s Entry/Exit System Won’t Launch Until Nov 2025: How It Will Affect Your Travel

Travellers heading to Europe will have another year before the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks come into effect, with the latest estimate pushing implementation to November 2025. Doug Bannister, CEO of the Port of Dover, has confirmed that EES is not expected to be implemented at the Channel ports before November 2025. This…
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