Laws, Regulations & Policy

Greek tourism authorities expect in July to have a more clear picture about the flow of travelers to Greece for the 2020 season.

Greece has issued a set of guidelines for medical doctors cooperating with hotels on the islands and mainland detailing measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Germany, Cyprus, Italy and Spain are among the countries gradually opening up to tourists from Europe this month, as authorities begin to ease Covid-19 restrictions.

Greece will open to tourism on June 15 in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic with no restrictions on countries but on high-risk airports.

Athens is opening up to cyclists with two new bike routes, according to plans of the Greek Environment Ministry.

All airlines certified in Armenia have been added to the EU Air Safety List, which includes airlines subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within the EU.

Greece will cover the cost of treatment for any tourists who test positive for Covid-19 during their visit to the country.

Greek year-round hotels have received the green light to open their doors, but the majority remains closed, waiting for airlines to resume flights to Greece.

Greek health authorities have announced a revised set of rules to be implemented on all Greek beaches for protection against Covid-19 infection.

The Greek government is looking to put 22.5 billion euros in EU subsidies, aimed at addressing the impact of Covid-19, to immediate use.

Seasonal employees in tourism, will be re-hired for the current period, according to a bill presented by the Greek Labor Ministry.

A cash rebate for film productions made in Greece will increase from 35 to 40 percent, as part of government efforts to enhance the country’s position as an attractive filming …

The Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers (HAPCO) is calling on authorities to help Greece’s MICE industry recover from the COVID-19 crisis.

Authorities have divided Greece into three risk zones based on access to health facilities and capacity for Covid-19 testing.

A bill setting the terms for the development of special interest tourism, including diving, has been approved by Greek parliament.

The Tourism Ministry has released the health protocols to be applied by tourism companies and travel agencies offering road transport services in Greece.

Tourism operations in Greece, which will be implementing the new (Covid-19) health protocols, will not be held liable for any coronavirus-related civil charges, says a draft bill tabled in parliament.

Hotels operating in Greece this summer will be required to have a doctor on call, as the country prepares to open up to tourists from abroad on June 15.

Health experts warn that heat will not kill off Covid-19 and that Greece should be ready to deal with tourists possibly infected with the virus.

The Greek government will launch the “Syn-ergasia” employment support tool, aiming to protect jobs and keep companies hit by the Covid-19 pandemic above water.