Passport required for entry.

No vaccinations required for entry. Codeine, which is commonly found in headache preparations, is banned in Greece and you may face prosecution if you bring it into the country.

EST + 7 hours

Electric current is 220 volts, 50 Hz AC; plugs have two round pins. Visitors from abroad who wish to operate personal small electronic items should consider bringing a plug adapter and a transformer.

Greek

Euro (EUR) €

In restaurants the service charge is included in the bill but it is the custom to leave a small amount; rounding up the bill is usually sufficient. Likewise for taxis - a small gratuity is appreciated.

A value-added tax (VAT) of 13 to 18% is included in the price of goods and services. Visitors may be eligible for a partial refund of the VAT. Ask shopkeepers for a receipt and refund form. The form must be stamped by customs upon departure and the form mailed back to the merchant.

All major Credit Cards such as American Express, Citicard (Citibank), Diners, Eurocard/MasterCard, Visa are recognized and accepted in most hotels, shops, travel and car rental agencies and restaurants. Some of the smaller establishments do not accept credit cards, so it is wise to have a ready supply of cash on hand.

Visitors from non-EU countries need an international driving permit (available from automobile clubs in one's home country). Road signs are written in Greek and repeated phonetically in English. Traffic drives on the right.

Casual clothing is acceptable for most places and occasions. If you plan on visiting a monastery, do not wear shorts, miniskirts, or tops that bare the shoulders. Women in pants might also be declined. In winter, spring and fall, a raincoat or umbrella might prove handy. Winter months can be cold and central heating is not too common in Greece, therefore; a coat for outdoors and a sweater for indoors is recommended.

Contact the Greek Tourism Offices at info@gnto.gr