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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Greece.
Avoid foreign exchange loss: When making cash withdrawals in this country, ATMs often display a message such as: «Would you like to debit your account for this transaction in your own currency?». When you hold a Travel Card in EUR or USD, you are advised to answer «No» to this message. If you answer «Yes», the amount of euros or US dollars will be first converted into Swiss francs and then again converted into euros. This would generate additional charges, which are unnecessary.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Other information
Security
Consult the media about the current situation before and during the journey and stay in contact with your tour operator.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Si consiglia di rispettare le abituali misure precauzionali contro la microcriminalità.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰ (0.2 ‰ for drivers who obtained their licence for less than 2 years).
CH sticker, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Health situation
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Athen, Rue Iassiou No 2
Tel. +30 210 723 03 64 / +30 210 723 03 65 / +30 210 723 03 66
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
National language
Official language
Greek
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Capital
Athens
Opening hours
Banks
8.30 - 14.00/14.30 h (Mon - Fri)
8.30 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri) in tourist areas
Stores
8.00 - 14.00 h and 17.00 - 20.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00 - 15.00 h (Sat)
Voltage
220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 1h
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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