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Travel to Greece January 2022

Travel Measures for Entering & Departing from Greece

Countries that are ALLOWED TO VISIT GREECE:

Following recent announcements by the Greek Government, entrance is allowed to passengers:

With nationality from EU countries and members of their family
With nationality from Schengen countries and members of their family
Who are permanent residents of Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Australia, Bahrain, Belarus, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China, Chinese Taipei, India, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Lebanon, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Qatar, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Sultanate Of Oman, The Russian Federation, The United Arab Emirates, The United Kingdom, The United States Of America, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay and The Vatican.
Healthcare professionals and health researchers designated to support the Hellenic national healthcare system.
Third-country citizens who are long-term residents or long-term visa holders of an EU or Schengen member state.
Third country government members, diplomats, staff of international organizations, military personnel and humanitarian aid workers in the exercise of their duties
Passengers in transit
Aircraft flight crew
Non-EU or non-Schengen citizens travelling for imperative family or business reasons provided that the relevant authorization has been obtained by the Hellenic consulate.

Important note:
There is currently no quarantine requirement for entering Greece.

COVID-19 Τest OR Vaccination or Recovery:

All passengers, older than 5 years old, traveling to Greece, regardless their immunization status (vaccination /proof of recovery), must display a negative molecular test (PCR) up to 72 hours prior to scheduled arrival OR alternatively to display a negative Rapid Antigen Test, up to 24 hours prior to scheduled arrival.
The tests must include the full name of the passenger as registered in their passport and will be accepted in the following languages: Greek, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian Or Russian.

Passengers arriving from Albania, Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Cuba, Egypt, Georgia, India, Libya, Morocco, North Macedonia (Rep), Pakistan, The Russian Federation, The United Arab Emirates and Turkey, must also be diagnosed negative to a mandatory molecular test (PCR) for COVID-19 or Diagnostic Rapid Antigen Test for COVID-19 (Rapid Test) upon arrival, unless they have completed vaccination for COVID-19 at least fourteen (14) days before scheduled arrival and present the relevant vaccination certificate or present proof of recovery from COVID-19 by presenting a positive COVID-19 Αntigen, PCR or RT-PCR test result issued at least 30 days and is valid up to 90 days there on. Certificates of recovery issued from 15.07.2021 until 31.10.2021 remain valid until 31.01.2022.

Permanent residents of Argentina, Chile, India, Sultanate of Oman and Uruguay, entrance to Greece is permitted under the further condition that they are diagnosed negative to a mandatory molecular test (PCR) or diagnostic Rapid Antigen test for COVID-19 upon arrival.

Passengers will be subjected to random COVID-19 diagnostic rapid tests upon arrival. Passenger may continue to their final destination. If found positive, a 5-day quarantine under supervision is required either at home or at a designated temporary residence assigned by the appropriate authorities. The quarantine period starts the next day of their positive diagnosis. Following the five (5) day period and if the symptoms have receded and the passenger is feverless for twenty-four (24) hours without the use of antipyretics, the passenger is released from quarantine. If the fever insists the passenger remains in isolation until the fever has fully receded. All above passengers are required to wear high protection breathing mask or alternately a combination of masks for at least five (5) days following their release from isolation.

Exempted from above requirements are:

Passengers in Transit (international flights and not leaving the airport premises)
Flight crew

Attention: It is compulsory for all passengers on international flights to fill in and submit the Passenger Locator Form electronically. The form must be submitted before their departure to Greece

Required Forms or Applications:

Latest measures to CURB THE SPREAD OF THE CORONAVIRUS in GREECE:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) for traveling to GREECE

Please note: For clarifications on entrance to Greece, travelers can find further information here.

How traveling to Greece will be?

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on February 16th clarified that Greece this year will be open to all visitors from MAY 14^th holding either a negative molecular Covid-19 test or a vaccination certificate when entering the country. The idea behind travelers holding vaccination certificates is for them to be able to move freely within European countries, without restrictions such as being obliged to undergo Covid-19 testing. On the other hand, unvaccinated citizens will be obliged to present a negative PCR test or antigen test at border points (and possibly undergo quarantine depending on a country’s rules). Read full article here.

Please note that the bilateral agreements between Greece and Israel, and Cyprus and Israel will enable restriction-free admission. Read full article here.

Lastly, The Commission presented on March 12th its proposal for the digital green certificates. Once the proposal is approved, EU nations will have to set up digital infrastructure by the summer that will facilitate certificate authentication and introduce the necessary changes to their national health record systems. The Digital Green Certificate will be a proof that a person has been vaccinated against COVID-19, received a negative test result or recovered from COVID-19. Read useful Q&A’s about the Green Certificate at this link here.

Latest measures to CURB THE SPREAD OF THE CORONAVIRUS in GREECE

During travelers stay in Greece, visitors must follow all measures that apply to Greek citizens and permanent residents.

Plan ahead your restaurant & bar reservations!

Latest Travel Update: Starting Thursday July 7th, Greek authorities announced a seated-only rule due to a Covid-19 infection rebound.
The regulation applies to restaurants, bars, cafes, and entertainment venues which will be able to serve only seated customers. Greek authorities warned that establishments would be faced with license suspensions if they are found to be serving standing customers or are in violation of capacity restrictions.

Masks

The use of non-medical face masks is mandatory only indoors throughout Greece. The restriction does not apply to:
– individuals for whom wearing a face mask is not recommended on account of their documented medical condition, e.g. respiratory problems
– children under the age of 4.

Archaeological sites, museums, caves (rules will change after May 24)

Museums are open.
Open-air spaces may be visited on the condition that:
– visitors keep a 1.5 m physical distance from each other
– one person is allowed per 10 m2 of space
– visitors enter in groups of up to 15 individuals, with the exception of families (spouses / partners and children)

Dining

Service is provided in outdoor spaces ONLY. Music is not allowed to be played and all customers must be seated. An exception applies to restaurants, bars, and cafes operating in indoor hotel spaces and serving hotel guests only.
An arrangement of tables and seats must be made as per the physical distancing & health protection guidelines in place.
In bars and cafes, two customers may be seated on stools at the counter and a 1.5 m distance must be kept from the next two customers.
Up to six (6) individuals are seated per table.

Entertainment/music venues (nightclubs) remain closed.

Beaches

Following an entrance check, up to eighty (80) individuals are allowed per 1000 m2 of beach area.
Up to 2 persons are allowed per umbrella, with the exception of families.

Cinemas

Open-air cinemas are open and operate on a 75 percent capacity so as to ensure social distancing of customers.

Live events

Live cultural events and shows will begin to take place on May 28 only in outdoor areas and only a seated audience.

Transport

Tour buses and city sightseeing buses whether open-top or not will run at 85% capacity.
Vehicles for public use (e.g. taxis, special hire vehicles) and private cars as well as private hire vehicles with a chauffeur may carry up to 2 passengers in addition to the driver. An exception applies to adults with children, and to individuals who are in need of a second passenger to aid them during their transport.
Up to 3 persons in addition to the driver can ride in double-cab pick- ups, mixed used vehicles and vans. This number may be higher for families with children.

The Greek government has detailed information on a dedicated website, which includes frequently asked questions, on how Greece is welcoming visitors this year.

What the experience would be like when traveling to Greece?

What is the vaccination progress and plan for Greece?

What should I do if during my holidays I have symptoms of COVID-19?

Who will cover expenses in the event of a Covid-19 patient’s air transportation and hospitalization?

If someone misses their return flight or prepaid accommodation is there a refund policy?

Health Protocols of Hotels. How is protocol compliance ensured?

Can a visitor provide the results of a rapid test?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) for booking with ECLECTIC GREECE

Please note: For clarifications on entrance to Greece, travelers can find further information here.

What are the current terms & conditions for booking with Eclectic Greece?

Our team of travel designers is here to assist with any questions you may have about upcoming travel. During this period, our team is trying to book for you:

only FLEX fares for every service (special conditions apply to flights & ferries)
the best possible cancellation policies for your trip (without fees for cancellation up to 21 days prior to arrival)

For any further questions please contact with our team of experts at eclecticgreece@kyvernitis.gr

Do you assist on PCR tests? What is the cost and the terms?

Do you charge credit card fees?

When you advise to start planning a trip to Greece?

Do you offer a totally private experience?

Can we ask for a quote for 2022?

Indicative Direct Flights from Abroad

-Delta Airlines-
FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 01 JUN, NYC > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
Delta Air Lines	202	John F. Kennedy, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:15	10:00	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri					Effective: 31 May Until: 04 Jun
Delta Air Lines	202	John F. Kennedy, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:10	10:00	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 05 Jun Until: 29 Oct
Delta Air Lines	212	John F. Kennedy, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	19:40	12:30	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 05 Jun Until: 29 Oct

FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 01 JUL , ATL > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
Delta Air Lines	222	Hartsfield-Jackson, Atlanta	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	16:25	10:00	+1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 02 Jul Until: 29 Oct

-Emirates-

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
Emirates	210	Newark Liberty, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	23:55	16:05	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 01 Jun Until: 29 Oct

-American Airlines-

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
American Airlines	334	John F. Kennedy, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:00	10:35	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 07 Jun Until: 16 Aug
American Airlines	334	John F. Kennedy, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	16:20	8:50	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 17 Aug Until: 29 Oct

-Air Canada-
FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 01 JUN , YTO > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
Air Canada	896	Lester B. Pearson, Toronto	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:40	10:55	1	0
Days: Tue					Effective: 01 Jun Until: 01 Jun
Air Canada	896	Lester B. Pearson, Toronto	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:40	10:55	1	0
Days: Tue, Sat					Effective: 05 Jun Until: 22 Jun

FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 23 JUN , YTO > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
Air Canada	896	Lester B. Pearson, Toronto	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:40	10:55	1	0
Days: Tue, Thu, Sat					Effective: 26 Jun Until: 01 Jul
Air Canada	896	Lester B. Pearson, Toronto	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:40	10:55	1	0
Days: Tue, Thu, Sat					Effective: 03 Jul Until: 29 Jul
Air Canada	896	Lester B. Pearson, Toronto	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	18:40	10:55	1	0
Days: Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 31 Jul Until: 26 Sep

-United Airlines-
FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 18 JUL , NYC > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
United Airlines	124	Newark Liberty, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:40	10:30	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 05 Jun Until: 18 Jul
United Airlines	124	Newark Liberty, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:40	10:30	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 19 Jul Until: 22 Aug
United Airlines	124	Newark Liberty, New York	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:40	10:30	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 23 Aug Until: 19 Sep

FLIGHT SCHEDULES FOR 01 JUL , WAS > ATH

Airline	Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	+/- Days	Stops
United Airlines	982	Dulles, Washington	Eleftherios Venizelos, Athens	17:35	10:20	1	0
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun					Effective: 01 Jul Until: 03 Oct

PROTOCOLS FOR TRAVELLING TO GREECE

Protocol for sea arrivals

As of November 9, 2020 arrivals by sea (e.g. of private yachts, cruise ships, ferries and any other type of tourist boat), regardless of flag or port of origin, are prohibited. Ferry service with Turkey and Albania has been discontinued until further notice.

More information at https://travel.gov.gr/#/

Protocol for air arrivals

·For the protection of passengers and citizens from COVID-19, the following restrictions apply until 6:00 a.m., February 22nd 2021:

- All passengers of international flights arriving to Greece will have to show a negative molecular test (PCR) for COVID-19, taken up to 72 hours before their entry. Upon their arrival, they will also be subject to random testing (rapid tests) as per the procedure described in the Passenger Locator Form (PLF).
Greek residents who are passengers of international flights leaving Greece are also required to fill in the Passenger Locator Form (PLF).

- All flight passengers entering Greece, whether arriving from a third country or from a European Union Member State, will have to self-isolate for seven (7) days, as a precaution, at home or at their sojourn address stated in the PLF form. If they remain in Greece for a period shorter than seven days, then they will have to self-isolate until their departure. In case their test result is positive, they will be quarantined for 14 days.

- Flights from the United Kingdom: All incoming passengers from the United Kingdom will have to take a rapid test upon arrival. They will additionally have to take a new PCR test, once their 7-day isolation period ends. If the outcome is negative, then the precautionary mandatory self-isolation will be lifted.

- Flights to/from Turkey remain suspended.

- Eleftherios Venizelos Athens International Airport will be the only one serving flights from/to Albania and North Macedonia.

- Flights from the Russian Federation: Russian residents (limited to 500 per week) are permitted to enter Greece at the airports of Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, Crete.

- Non-EU citizens are not allowed to enter Greece. Exceptions apply to residents of the United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, the Russian Federation and Israel.

- Until 6 a.m., March 1st, 2021, domestic flights across the country will be allowed only for essential travel (i.e., for health / business / family re-uniting reasons, or for returning to place of residence).

Protocol for passengers travelling by air

See more info here.

Protocol for staying in hotels with safety

GREECE WILL WELCOME TRAVELERS WITH NEGATIVE PCR COVID TEST OR VACCINATION CERTIFICATE: Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on Tuesday clarified that Greece this year will be open to all visitors holding either a negative molecular Covid-19 test or a vaccination certificate when entering the country. Read the full article here.

TAKE A DOMESTIC FLIGHT with SAFETY

The rule for domestic travel in Greece, which will be in force until March 31, 2022, is among a number of restrictions for the unvaccinated that have been announced by the Greek government to stop the spread of the coronavirus (Covid-19) throughout the country.

People in Greece (residents and foreign visitors) are allowed to travel to the Greek islands by airplane only if they have one of the following:
- Α vaccination certificate stating that 14 days have passed since full vaccination for Covid-19. Greeks can issue their vaccination certificates here.
- Α negative rapid antigen test taken 48 hours prior to travel. (The rule is in force for children over the age of 12.). Important note: Unvaccinated individuals should know that only rapid tests conducted at private health centers will be accepted to travel within Greece. From September 13, unvaccinated individuals will no longer be allowed to get tested for Covid-19 for free by the mobile health teams of EODY that carry out daily rapid tests at no charge to citizens in different areas.
- Α recovery certificate. Travelers can present a medical/recovery certificate issued thirty days after they first tested positive for Covid-19 (the certificate is valid for entry to Greece 180 days after its issue date). The certificate must be issued by a public authority or a certified laboratory. (The rule is in force for children over the age of 12.)

Face masks are mandatory for all airline passengers and flight attendants
The use of mobile apps is encouraged
Passengers must maintain a distance of 1.5 meters from one another in the waiting areas
A special boarding process has been set up with passengers boarding in smaller groups, to avoid overcrowding
Access to the airport building is strictly for passengers, airline crew & airport staff. All transfer escorts will be waiting outside the building.
Immediately upon arrival at the airport, the aircraft cabin must undergo cleaning in accordance with an enhanced antiseptic program, before being allowed to continue flying.
Arrival at the airport in due time (3 hours ago)
Prepare for a thermal check at the airport
Passengers sign electronically a health statement before the boarding pass is issued
Reduce in-flight services to a minimum / Reduced food and beverage service

TAKE A FERRY with SAFETY

People in Greece (residents and foreign visitors) are allowed to travel to the Greek islands by airplane only if they have one of the following:
- Α vaccination certificate stating that 14 days have passed since full vaccination for Covid-19. Greeks can issue their vaccination certificates here.
- Α negative rapid antigen test taken 48 hours prior to travel. (The rule is in force for children over the age of 12.). Important note: Unvaccinated individuals should know that only rapid tests conducted at private health centers will be accepted to travel within Greece. From September 13, unvaccinated individuals will no longer be allowed to get tested for Covid-19 for free by the mobile health teams of EODY that carry out daily rapid tests at no charge to citizens in different areas.
- Α recovery certificate. Travelers can present a medical/recovery certificate issued thirty days after they first tested positive for Covid-19 (the certificate is valid for entry to Greece 180 days after its issue date). The certificate must be issued by a public authority or a certified laboratory. (The rule is in force for children over the age of 12.)

Ferries are allowed to carry 50 percent of their maximum passenger capacity set by current legislation
Prior to boarding a ferry at Greek ports of departure, passengers are obliged to hand over a previously filled out health status questionnaire (The form is available in English).
Thermal screening will be applied to all passengers entering ferries
Passengers must maintain a distance of 1.5 meters between each other during boarding
Masks must be worn by passengers and crew members
Seating in airplane-type seats is allowed according to a special layout

VISITING MUSEUMS & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES with SAFETY

Only a set number of visitors will be allowed into museums each hour
They will be required to maintain a 2-meter distance from each other
The use of masks and antiseptic hand gel are highly recommended.

* Please note: Restrictions, testing requirements, and mandatory quarantine measures are subject to change depending on how successful Covid-19 management/infection rates reported at airports of origin and according to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) guidelines.

PLEASE NOTE that every two (2) weeks the list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated. For latest travel updates for Greece please visit this link here. Please contact us at eclecticgreece@kyvernitis.gr if you have any further questions about travelling to Greece.

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