Greece: is it safe to visit?

US State Dept rates Greece at level 1 of 4. Exercise Normal Precautions.

Greece: what currency is used?

Currency in Greece: Euro (EUR).

Greece: what is the capital?

The capital of Greece is Athens.

Greece travel guide: visa requirements, safety & facts

At a glance

Greece: know before you go

At a glance

Capital: Athens
Population: 10,482,487
Area: 131,957 km² · 50,949 sq mi
Languages: Greek
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Time zone: UTC+02:00
Calling code: +30
Drives on the: Right
Internet domain: .gr
Landlocked: No, it has a coastline

More facts

Continent: Europe

Member of

European Union
NATO
OECD
United Nations

Neighbouring countries

Greece visa requirements

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Greece entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.

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Visa-free92 passports

Visa required105 passports

Safety

Greece safety: is it safe to visit?

Level 1 of 4Exercise Normal Precautions

US State Dept, updated September 15, 2025. Advisories change: check your own government's travel advice before you go.

Questions

Greece: frequently asked questions

Greece visa: do I need one?: Greece entry requirements by passport: of 197 passports, 92 can enter without a visa, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 apply online before they travel and 105 need a visa from an embassy or consulate.
Greece: is it safe to visit?: US State Dept rates Greece at level 1 of 4. Exercise Normal Precautions.
Greece: what currency is used?: Currency in Greece: Euro (EUR).
Greece: what language do people speak?: Languages of Greece: Greek.
Greece: what is the capital?: The capital of Greece is Athens.

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