Greece travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on Aug. 19, 2025, 4:17 a.m.
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The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

No information available

COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

Aug. 24, 2022, midnight

On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

March 25, 2020, midnight

感染がさらに拡大する可能性があるので,最新情報を入手し,感染予防に努めてください。

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

No information available

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Warning about wildfires across Greece

Aug. 13, 2025, 5:20 p.m.
1. According to reports, the main areas where wildfires are currently occurring are as follows:
- Achaia County, Western Greece: A wildfire has broken out in the Vounteni region, about 8 km east of the center of Patras, and evacuation orders have been issued to local residents. Since yesterday, fires have been breaking out in Moiraiika, Kato Ahaia, the industrial area of Patras, and other areas, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate.
- Zakynthos: A wildfire has been burning since yesterday around the village of Agalas in the south of the island, and evacuation orders have been issued to local residents.
Chios: A wildfire has been raging in the northwestern Volissos region since yesterday, with evacuation orders issued to local residents and damage to homes.
- Preveza County, Epirus Prefecture: A wildfire has broken out in the Gymnotopos area, about 55 km north of the city of Preveza, and firefighting efforts are ongoing.

According to the Greek Fire Service, 152 wildfires have occurred in the last 48 hours as of the 12th. Furthermore, today, the 13th, Attica, Evia, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Halkidiki, and Thrace are considered high-risk areas and are under constant vigilance.

3. The Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Preparedness is sending emergency messages to mobile phones from "112" in each region as needed, and is also urging people to take the following measures:
- Stay away from areas experiencing wildfires.
・Do not burn dead branches or leaves outdoors. Do not do any work that may cause fire, such as barbecues. Do not throw away cigarette butts or trash.
- No entry orders may be issued in forest areas depending on weather conditions, etc., so do not enter if there are related signs.
- For homes in forested areas, remove dead branches, dead leaves, and flammable materials from the surrounding area, prune trees, and prepare long hoses and fire extinguishers.
If a fire approaches a house, do not go outside unless an escape route has been secured.
If you discover a fire, immediately call 112 or 199.

If you are affected by a forest fire or are unable to contact your family or Japanese friends, please contact the Consular Section of our Embassy.

<Reference>
○ Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Prevention (Greek, some English)
Daily fire risk map (the closer to red the color on the map, the higher the risk)
https://civilprotection.gov.gr/arxeio-imerision-xartwn
・Preparing for wildfires
https://civilprotection.gov.gr/odigies-prostasias/dasikes-pyrkagies

Emergency phone number
112 (European emergency number), 199 (Hellenic Fire Service)

Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Phone: 210-670-9910, 9911
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Wildfire in Keratea, southeastern Attica

Aug. 9, 2025, 12:50 a.m.
The Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Management has issued the following information to protect lives and prevent further fires, and is continuing to urge people to be vigilant against fires:
- Stay away from areas with wildfires.
- No entry orders may be issued in forest areas depending on weather conditions, etc., so do not enter if there are any related signs.
- Do not engage in any activities that could cause a fire (such as bonfires made from dry grass or dead branches, cooking over fire outdoors, or throwing away cigarette butts).
If you discover a fire, immediately call 112 or 199.

If you are affected by a forest fire or are unable to contact your family or Japanese friends, please contact the Consular Section of our Embassy.

<Reference>
Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Prevention website (Greek)
Daily fire danger maps are posted, with redder colors indicating higher risk.
https://civilprotection.gov.gr/arxeio-imerision-xartwn

Emergency phone number
112 (European emergency number), 199 (Hellenic Fire Service)

Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Phone: 210-670-9910, 9911
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Information on rallies and demonstrations related to the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing (August 6th)

Aug. 6, 2025, 9:35 p.m.


At the Embassy of Japan (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Phone: 210-670-9910, 9911
メール:consular@at.mofa.go.jp
ホームページ:https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html