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What to know about travelling to Greece from Australia during COVID-19
The latest on quarantine status, COVID-19 vaccine and test requirements, and local restrictions for Australians travelling to Greece.
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For a holiday of crystal clear waters, island retreats and incredible flavours, Australians need look no further than Greece for the perfect escape. With visa-free travel for most Aussies now available, and a variety of ways to prove you're healthy, Greece is also one of the easier options to pick for a getaway right now.
In this guide you'll find the current rules for Australians travelling to Greece, the permits needed and the requirements for quarantine and COVID-19 testing.
TL;DR: Entry requirements for quarantine-free travel to Greece
- A completed Passenger Locator Form
- A negative COVID-19 PCT test result, vaccination certificate or certificate of recovery
- Visa (if required)
- Schengen travel insurance (if required)
What are the entry requirements for Greece coming from Australia?
Do I need a permit or visa to enter Greece?
No, you can enter without a visa if you're travelling to Greece (or any other country that's open in the Schengen Area) for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
Visa restrictions are the same as before COVID-19 so contact your nearest embassy or consulate to confirm.
Do I need proof that I'm vaccinated?
Yes, you do. To enter the European Union you'll need a certificate showing proof of vaccination in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish or Russian.
Accepted vaccines include:
- Pfizer BioNtech
- Moderna
- Astra Zeneca
- Novavax
- Johnson + Johnson
- Janssen
- Sinovac Biotech
- Gamaleya (Sputnik)
- Cansino Biologics
- Sinopharm
- Covishield
Do I need proof I've had a negative test to travel to Greece?
Prior to departure, all travellers must have an acceptable form of certification of their health condition. These include:
- A negative PCR test result taken up to 72 hours before entry.
- A negative antigen test result taken up to 24 hours before entry.
- Proof that the traveller tested positive with COVID-19 in the past 30 to 180 days.
You may need to go through additional screening on entry. RAPID antigen tests at the entrance gates are mandatory for selected individuals drawn from a targeted sampling system.
Do I need to quarantine when I arrive in Greece?
Quarantine upon arrival is not necessary for the vast majority of people who meet Greece's entry requirements.
However, if you are chosen for a sampling test on arrival and test positive for COVID-19, you and your travel companions will be accommodated in quarantine hotels. Guests will stay in quarantine for a maximum of 10 days at the expense of the Greek state.
Getting to Greece and travelling around once there
Which entry points in Greece are open to travellers from Australia?
All international airports in Greece are open.
Travellers are also allowed to enter from the following land borders:
- Doirani
- Exohi
- Evzonoi
- Kakavia
- Kastanies (limit of 1,500 passengers per week)
- Kipi (limit of 1,500 passengers per week)
- Kristallopigi
- Niki
- Nymfaia
- Ormenio
- Promachonas
Passengers can also arrive by ferry through all port entrances excluding maritime connections with Turkey which are still restricted.
Are flights between Australia and Greece available?
Yes, flights to Greece are now available for travel through airlines such as Emirates, Qatar and Singapore Airlines.
Keep in mind that flights to Greece from Australia usually involve at least one stopover so you'll need to make sure you meet transit requirements for each destination.
KLM
Greece flights from $1,682 return
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Available on select travel dates in 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Athens. T&Cs apply.
Emirates
Worldwide flights from $1,779 return
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Available on select flights in 2022. Destinations include Athens, Dublin, London, Manchester and more. Sample fare is Perth-Dubai.
Cheap Flights
Flights to Europe from $699 return
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Available on select travel dates until November 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Athens with Scoot. Other destinations include Paris, Barcelona, Istanbul, Amsterdam, Manchester and more.
Qatar Airways
Up to 10% off your next flight with code
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Available on select flight dates to Amsterdam, Athens, London, Manchester, Los Angeles, New York, Maldives, Dubai and more. Payment must be made via Mastercard. T&Cs apply.
Omio
Book budget flights in Europe from €23
Available on select flights in Europe including Paris, London, Barcelona, Amsterdam and more. Sample price is from Berlin-London with Ryanair.
Cheapair
Europe flights from USD$1,662 return
Available on select travel dates to Greece, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and more. T&Cs apply.
Priceline.com
Up to 50% off worldwide flights
Available on select dates when you book Express Deals. Destination include Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
As a traveller from Australia, can I travel anywhere once I'm in Greece?
Yes, you can. However, in order to travel between destinations by any transport means (bus, plane, ship or train), passengers must show either:
- A vaccination or illness certificate (valid up to 6 months after illness).
- A negative PCR test done up to 72 hours before they travel.
- A rapid test taken up to 48 hours before their journey.
Minors from 4 to 17 years of age can travel with a negative self-test done up to 24 hours before travel.
Social distancing and the use of masks are mandatory in all indoor spaces such as airports and shops and in crowded outdoor spaces.
Restrictions on movement can change without warning and you may find additional or temporary measures in place in some locations. This can include a restriction on movement between 1-5am or music being forbidden in public places.
Are hotels, hostels and resorts all open to tourists?
Yes, all accommodation options are allowed to open and are operating with strict government-imposed safety protocols.
Hotels.com
Up to 67% off resort getaways
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Available for travel until April 2023 on select properties. Destinations include Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Greece, Hawaii and more. T&Cs apply.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
Up to 10% off Europe stays for members
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Available on pre-paid bookings made 7 day in advance. Destinations include London, Paris, Rome, Manchester and more. T&Cs apply.
Adina
Up to 10% off Europe getaways
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Available on stays until 31 December 2022. Destinations include Vienna, Frankfurt, Berlin and more. T&Cs apply.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
Up to 10% off Europe stays + up to 20% off dining
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Available on stays until 30 September 2022 for member. Plus kids stay free for aged under 11. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
Swiss BelHotel
Up to 15% off 5 nights stays worldwide
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Available on stays until 20 December 2022 when you book a minimum of 5 days. Destinations include Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand and more. T&Cs apply.
Hotels.com
Earn a free night’s stay
Stay for 10 nights at any hotel worldwide to get a free night. Must be a Hotels.com Rewards member. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
IHG AMEA
Kids stay and eat free on Holiday Inn stays
Available on stays across Australia, New Zealand, Greece, South Africa, USA, Fiji, Maldives, Canada and more.
Priceline.com
Up to 50% off worldwide stays
Become a member and get up to 50% off hotels. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, USA and more.
IHG AMEA
Up to 5% extra savings on stays
Sign up your email and become an IHG member to enjoy discounts and earn points or stays worldwide including Australia. T&Cs apply.
Hotwire
Extra $10 off worldwide hotels
Sign up your email address and receive discounts. Destinations include Las Vegas, London, New York, Toronto, Dubai and more. T&Cs apply.
Best Western
Free nights with Best Western Rewards points
Earn points and redeem a free night on worldwide stays. Destinations include Canada, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Best Western
15% off international stays
Must be aged 55+ and proof to be presented at check-in. Available on select hotels in Australia, Athens, New Orleans, Las Vegas and more. T&Cs apply
Best Western
Up to 30% off Europe stays
Available on select stay dates at participating Best Western® Hotels & Resorts when you book 21 days in advance. T&Cs apply.
Can I cruise to or around Greece?
Yes, cruise ships are allowed in Greece. There are cruises scheduled as early as November 2021 with Viking, and starting from February 2022 with cruise lines such as Princess and Norwegian.
Cruises can not yet sail between Australia and Greece due to an ongoing ban on international cruise ships in Australian waters.
Princess Cruise Lines
Up to $400 OBC worldwide cruises
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Available on select cruises from 2022–2023 on destinations including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Alaska, Europe and more. T&Cs apply.
Uniworld
Up to $1,500 off all-inclusive Europe cruise with flights
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Available on select travel dates in 2023. Destinations include Danube, Italy, Venice, Amsterdam, Paris and more. T&Cs apply.
Uniworld
Up to $1,500 off 2022 cruises
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Available on select Europe cruises including Vienna, Paris, Milan, Zurich, Budapest and more. T&Cs apply.
Let's Ferry
Greece: Blue Star Ferries tickets from EUR€20
Available on select travel dates for economy class. T&Cs apply.
What's open in Greece?
Most of Greece's national parks, beaches, archaeological sites and other popular attractions are open but some rules apply as safety measures.
Some of Greece's open attractions and sites that we've got on our list include
Walking trails, parks and beaches. Most national parks and beaches with amenities have reopened for public access. With the exception of families travelling together, each beach umbrella may be used by 2 individuals only.
Shopping centres and stores. All shops and stores are permitted to be open, including large shopping malls and the bubbly street markets Greece is known for. Depending on the region you are visiting there may be stricter controls in shopping centres. This can include reduced opening hours and the policing of physical distancing.
Restaurants, cafes and bars. Restaurants, bars, cafes and clubs are operating up to a maximum 85% capacity in outdoor spaces, only serving seated customers and have a limit of 10 people per table. Indoor venues require guests to show an official certificate of vaccination or recovery.
Returning to Australia from Greece
Do I have to quarantine when I return to Australia?
Yes, you will need to do some level of quarantine upon arrival back from Greece. However, this depends on which state you're flying into and your vaccination status.
I'm flying back from Greece to:
Do I need proof of a negative test before arrival in Australia from Greece?
Whether you need a negative COVID-19 test result before you arrive in Australia from Greece depends on which state or territory you're travelling to.
I'm flying back from Greece to:
Current travel deals to Greece
If you're craving some island hopping and you're ready to head overseas, Greece is open and ready to accept visitors. Make sure you score the best price with our travel deals below.
Travel Talk
Up to 50% off tours + an extra 5% off with code
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Available on tours to Croatia, Greece, Japan, Vietnam, Peru, Cuba and more. T&Cs apply.
Hotels.com
Up to 67% off resort getaways
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Available for travel until April 2023 on select properties. Destinations include Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Greece, Hawaii and more. T&Cs apply.
My Cruises - Tours
Up to $4,000 bonus value on 15-day Europe tour with flights
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Available for travel from 28 April – 7 July 2023 to 7 countries including London, Paris, Rome, Venice and Amsterdam. Package includes return airfare, accommodation, breakfast, guide and more.
Princess Cruise Lines
Up to $400 OBC worldwide cruises
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Available on select cruises from 2022–2023 on destinations including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Alaska, Europe and more. T&Cs apply.
Contiki
Up to 20% off Europe tours
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Available on select travel dates in 2022 to destinations including England, Italy, Spain, Rome and more.
Omio
Europe train tickets from €10
Valid on select trains in Europe. Sample price is for trains from Milan to Venice.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
Up to 13% off 11-day Europe river cruise and flights
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Available on select 2023 dates. Package include return flights to Amsterdam, accommodation, onboard meals and more.
KLM
Greece flights from $1,682 return
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Available on select travel dates in 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Athens. T&Cs apply.
TripADeal
Arctic Europe tour w/ Northern Lights experience + flights from $6,599
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Available on select dates from January – March 2023. Package includes return airfare departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth, accommodation, breakfast and more.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
Up to 10% off Europe stays for members
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Available on pre-paid bookings made 7 day in advance. Destinations include London, Paris, Rome, Manchester and more. T&Cs apply.
Adina
Up to 10% off Europe getaways
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Available on stays until 31 December 2022. Destinations include Vienna, Frankfurt, Berlin and more. T&Cs apply.
Viator
2-hour Greece walking tours from $36
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Available for travel on select dates until 31 October 2022. Tour the Theater of Dionysus and The Acropolis. Entrance fees not included.
Uniworld
Up to $1,500 off all-inclusive Europe cruise with flights
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Available on select travel dates in 2023. Destinations include Danube, Italy, Venice, Amsterdam, Paris and more. T&Cs apply.
Uniworld
Up to $1,500 off 2022 cruises
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Available on select Europe cruises including Vienna, Paris, Milan, Zurich, Budapest and more. T&Cs apply.
G Adventures
Up to 20% off last-minute tours
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Available on select tours departing by 30 September 2022 to destinations including USA, Canada, Bali, Greece, Croatia, Rome and more. T&Cs apply.
Travel Talk
Up to 50% off tours
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Available on select tours to Greece, Croatia, Japan, Vietnam and more.
Cheap Flights
Flights to Europe from $699 return
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Available on select travel dates until November 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Athens with Scoot. Other destinations include Paris, Barcelona, Istanbul, Amsterdam, Manchester and more.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
Up to 10% off Europe stays + up to 20% off dining
Ends
Available on stays until 30 September 2022 for member. Plus kids stay free for aged under 11. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
G Adventures
12th person free on worldwide tours
Available on select dates until 2023 when you book for 12 persons. Destinations include Peru, Croatia, Maldives, Switzerland, Greece and more. T&Cs apply.
Go Airport Shuttle
5% off airport transfers and car hire
Available on select dates. Destinations include US, Canada, Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, Sydney and the Czech Republic.
Omio
Book budget flights in Europe from €23
Available on select flights in Europe including Paris, London, Barcelona, Amsterdam and more. Sample price is from Berlin-London with Ryanair.
Trafalgar Tours
Up to 5% off family tours
Available on select travel dates in 2022 and 2023 when you book for 5 people or more. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Europe, South Africa and more. T&Cs apply.
Trafalgar Tours
Up to 5% off group tours
Available on select travel dates from 2022–2023 when you book for 9 people or more. Destinations include New Zealand, Croatia, Greece, South Africa, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Topdeck
Up to 10% off multi-trip bookings
Available when you book 2 or more tours at the same time. Destinations include New Zealand, Bali, Vietnam, Greece, Croatia and more. T&Cs apply.
Topdeck
Extra 5% off repeat travellers
Get extra 5% off trips for travelers who have travelled with Topdeck before. Available on select travel dates across New Zealand, Bali, Croatia, Greece, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
IHG AMEA
Kids stay and eat free on Holiday Inn stays
Available on stays across Australia, New Zealand, Greece, South Africa, USA, Fiji, Maldives, Canada and more.
Let's Ferry
Greece: Blue Star Ferries tickets from EUR€20
Available on select travel dates for economy class. T&Cs apply.
TourRadar
Up to 50% off cultural tours
Available on select travel dates until 2022. Destinations include Egypt, Morocco, India, Peru, Greece, Vietnam, Cambodia, Turkey and more.
Cheapair
Europe flights from USD$1,662 return
Available on select travel dates to Greece, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and more. T&Cs apply.
Interrail
Up to 20% off Europe walking tours
Available on select travel dates for Interrail Pass holders. Destinations include Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Paris, London and more. T&Cs apply.
Omio
Book buses in Europe form €9
Valid on select buses in Europe. Sample price is for buses from Budapest to Vienna.
Eurail
Up to 25% off passes
Enjoy 25% discount on your rail travel in Europe. Destinations include France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and more. Must be 27 and below to redeem offer. T&Cs apply.
TourRadar
Up to 50% off tours
Sign up your email to subscribe and get member exclusive deals by email. Destinations included Australia, New Zealand, USA, Greece, Japan and more. T&Cs apply.
Best Western
Up to 30% off Europe stays
Available on select stay dates at participating Best Western® Hotels & Resorts when you book 21 days in advance. T&Cs apply.
COVID-19 statistics for Australia vs Greece
Total Population Vaccinated for COVID-19 (%)
Source: Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19) Statistics, Our World in Data
Note: No data was available on days where the charts may read 0% for vaccination rates.
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