Is It Safe to Travel to Greece in 2026?
Greece - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
Greece, officially the Hellenic Republic, is a country in Southeast Europe. Located on the southern tip of the Balkan peninsula, it shares land borders with Albania to the northwest, North Macedonia and Bulgaria to the north, and Turkey to the east.
Is It Safe to Travel to Greece in 2026?
Greece is currently rated Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions by the U.S. Department of State. Greece is a generally safe destination for travelers. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice, potentially disrupting transportation and other essential services.
Key concerns cited in the advisory:
- crime
- civil_unrest
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers may face increased risk of petty theft in crowded tourist areas like Athens and Santorini; vigilance is essential.
Business travelers may encounter disruptions due to spontaneous demonstrations, particularly in urban centers, affecting schedules and transportation.
Families with children can generally travel safely, but should remain cautious in crowded areas where petty crime is prevalent and ensure access to healthcare services.
Remote workers can find reliable internet in urban areas, but should be cautious of potential civil unrest that may disrupt work environments.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Greece.
▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Greece has an overall threat severity of 1.2 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 3.5/10, terrorism risk 0.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Free — scored 85/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Greek
Vaccinations
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
Common Questions About Traveling to Greece
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Free — 85/100 on the Freedom House index.
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