Is Greece on the green list?

Greece has yet to make it onto the government's green list and has been amber for a number of months now.
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Is Greece on green list for UK travel?

Yes. Greece is not on any UK red list, which means that you can travel there from the country. Since 18 March 2022 there are no Covid travel restrictions in the UK, regardless of your vaccination status.
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Is Greece on green or amber list?

Get Simon Calder's Travel email. Greece remains on the UK government's “amber” list of countries as travel restrictions continue to ease. Ancient monuments, delicious food and around 200 (populated) islands to explore mean that Greece has long been a firm favourite with British holidaymakers.
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Can I travel to Greece right now?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Greece due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country and advising Americans to make sure they are vaccinated and up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines before traveling to Greece.
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Will some Greek islands be on the green list?

Mainland Greece is not expected to be added to the green list, but the islands of Rhodes, Kos, Zante, Corfu and Crete are all being considered. This is because they have higher vaccination rates and lower cases numbers – two of the key tests the Government is using to decide the lists.
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Do you have to quarantine after flying to Greece?

What to do if you test positive while in Greece. If you test positive for COVID-19 while in Greece you must self-isolate for 5 days from the date of the positive test result. You may leave self-isolation after 5 days if you are no longer experiencing symptoms, otherwise you should continue to self-isolate.
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Is Greece on the amber plus list?

Greece's Tourism Minister, Harry Theoharis, has called on the United Kingdom's authorities not to put the country in the UK's amber category for travelling, claiming that “Greece is a safe state” for tourists.
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Is Greece open for tourism?

Greece's civil aviation authority announced that it was lifting all COVID-19 rules for international and domestic flights except for the wearing of face masks during flights and at airports. Previously, air travelers were required to show proof of vaccination, a negative test or a recent recovery from the disease.
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Is Crete on the green list?

Obviously, most of the green list nations are exempt; but there are also some amber list exemptions, particularly islands that are faring better than their mainland counterparts. Among these are Spain's Canary Islands and the Greek islands of Rhodes, Kos, Zante, Corfu and Crete.
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Do you need a Covid test to fly?

As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight.
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Will Greece be on the green list by August?

Judging purely by Covid-19 case rates, Spain and Greece are unlikely to move to the green list soon: they have significantly higher rates of infection than the recent European group of green-list arrivals, none of which had a big summer spike in cases.
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Is Greece safe?

OVERALL RISK : LOW. Greece is a very safe country to travel to. Tourists are unlikely to experience any crime or violence. The only concern is petty crime on the streets, but if you apply the basic precaution measures, your trip should go smoothly.
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Is Santorini on the green list?

Mykonos, Santorini and Rhodes have been added to the EU's "dark red" zone - meaning all travel is advised against. The Greek islands were issued the new warning by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control's Covid-19 map on Thursday, July 29, 2021, after a rise in infections.
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Is Greece in EU?

The EU countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
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Where can I get a PCR test UK?

You can no longer get free polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests from the NHS. Instead, you can buy PCR tests from shops and pharmacies, including online. You might also be able to get free PCR tests if you're eligible.
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What diseases are in Greece?

Five of the Top Diseases in Greece
  • Coronary Heart Disease. According to WHO, Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is one of the top diseases in Greece, responsible for 26.17% of the country's total deaths. ...
  • Stroke. ...
  • Malaria. ...
  • Legionnaires' disease. ...
  • West Nile virus.
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Will Crete still on amber list?

All of the Greek islands are on the amber list, which means you can visit but you may have to quarantine on your return. Passengers that are not double vaccinated will need to isolate for ten days on return from the Islands - but you can take part in the 'test to release' scheme at an extra cost.
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Is Crete safe to travel to?

Crete is a very safe place to travel. Violent crime is rare and petty crime (like pick-pocketing) is your only real concern (and even that is uncommon). Keep your valuables close at tourist attractions and while on the beach and you should be fine. If you're driving, be extra cautious on Crete's winding roads.
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Do I need a passport to travel to UK from Greece?

Visiting the UK

From 1 October 2021 you need a valid passport to travel to the United Kingdom (UK). The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. For more information on travelling to the UK from 2021.
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Do I need a PLF to leave Greece?

From 15 March 2022 onwards, travellers visiting Greece are no longer required to fill out the Passenger Locator Form (PLF).
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Can I go to Greece from Canada?

Greece has reopened to international travellers, including Canadians, since May 2021. The country has clarified that vaccination is not a requirement to enter, allowing travellers to opt for a negative PCR or antigen test to enter the country instead.
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Is Tui flying to Greece?

Our flights to Greece leave from airports all over the UK, including London Gatwick, Birmingham and Bristol. And, we fly direct to 13 different Greek destinations. Flights last around four hours, but it all depends on your choice of airport. There are 1,400 sand-skirted islands, as well as mainland Greece.
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Should I travel to Greece this summer?

If you are not up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines, avoid travel to Greece. Even if you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines, you may still be at risk for getting and spreading COVID-19. Anyone 2 years or older should properly wear a well-fitting mask in indoor public spaces.
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What countries will be added to green list?

From 4am on Monday 30 August 2021, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Switzerland, and the Azores will be added to the green list, as the risk that travel from these countries poses to public health in the UK is low.
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Can I travel to Greece from South Africa Covid?

From February 2022, Greece has lifted COVID-related travel bans and restarted accepting applications for all types of visas.
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