As of Monday, July 5, adults in Greece heading to the Greek islands will have to provide one of the following, according to a report from ANA:
- A negative PCR diagnostic test taken up to 72 hours ahead of departure, or
- A negative rapid test taken in the last 48 hours, or
- Or, a certificate of prior infection
Minors aged 12-17 may provide any of the above, including a self-test, while anyone younger than 12 may travel without restrictions.
Deputy Minister of Civil Protection & Crisis Management Nikos Hardalias recommended that anyone under 12 should be administered a self-test upon returning from the islands. Young travelers from the islands of Evia, Lefkada, and Salamina are exempt from these requirements.
Greece also updated the rules for domestic flights with effect from Monday 5 July 2021 to Monday 12 July 2021 at 06:00 in the morning, according to an announcement by the Civil Aviation Authority, with the aim of limiting the dispersion of COVID-19 disease.
As of Monday, July 5, adults in Greece heading to islands will have to provide one of the following:
- A negative PCR diagnostic test taken up to 72 hours ahead of departure, or
- A negative rapid test taken in the last 48 hours, or
- A certificate of prior infection or
- Or, a vaccination certificate
- Anyone younger than 12 may travel without restrictions.
With regard to public sector services, citizens will have to make an appointment to observe the necessary health measures. Public transport operates with a maximum occupancy of 65 percent while ensuring efficient passenger transport during rush hours.
