When will Greece be opened to Russians in 2021

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

The Greek authorities intend to restore the tourist flow for the Russians. Let's figure it out when Greece is opened in 2021.

Relaxation of restrictive measures

Greece is gradually opening its borders to Russian tourists. Back in March, there was a limit of 500 people who could come to the country within a week. Then the quota was increased to 4 thousand tourists and the list of cities was expanded.

From April 1, Cyprus opens for tourists, from May 14 - most cities in Greece.

The third wave of coronavirus forced to impose restrictions on free movement around the country. In March-April, the following are prohibited:

• travel on large cruise ships in the waters of Greece;
• movement by all types of water transport;
• transportation of people by boats, ferries, pleasure boats.

Inside cities, you can move around in a mask, presenting a certificate of the place of visit. Introduced SMS permission to go outside at night.

You can go to shops, pharmacies, supermarkets, located two kilometers from the residence. A curfew has been imposed.

By early summer, tough quarantine measures will become more loyal. Greece expects the main flow of tourists after May 14.

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What awaits Russians in the summer in Greece

1. Flight. Ticket prices have increased, but not significantly. Direct flights to Athens cost about 9-10 thousand one way. For some dates, air tickets are sold with a 50% discount. Round trip tickets can be found costing 18-19 thousand. The direct flight to Heraklion costs 14 thousand, and 11 thousand to Thessaloniki.
2. The opening of many spa towns. Most of the inhabitants of Greece work in the tourism industry. Easing quarantine in the summer will allow them to work fully. Both citizens and tourists will be able to move freely around the country. In May, Kofra and Araxos will open for them. Thessaloniki and Heraklion are already receiving tourists.
3. Service. Hotels are already preparing to receive guests. Prices are down compared to last year. Russians are actively booking rooms. It will be convenient to rent a car for traveling around the cities. There will be no sightseeing tours with fully filled buses.

What restrictions will remain:

• Masks will need to be worn everywhere.
• The number of citizens in the group and the bus will be limited.
• Restrictions on visiting museums will remain.
• Tours will become more personalized.

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Entry rules to Greece for tourists

The main rules for entering the country:

• vaccination against COVID-19;
• test for the presence of antibodies (for those who have already been ill);
• negative test for coronavirus.

A PCR test for coronavirus is done three days before departure.

When entering the country, the passport data is thoroughly studied. Observance of the rules of visiting in the past is important.

A certificate of vaccination against coronavirus with the Russian Sputnik V vaccine is equivalent to the result of a negative test.

To obtain an entry permit, you need to apply for a Schengen visa by presenting the documents:

• international passport plus its photocopy;
• completed questionnaire;
• payment of the consular fee;
• round trip tickets;
• hotel reservation;
• medical insurance;
• certificates from the place of work;
• bank statement.

The visa is issued within 3-5 days. You can get it at the embassy or visa center.

Tickets are required to obtain a visa.

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A visa is issued six months before the planned vacation, and then there is a hitch with the exact date of the trip, because the flight schedule is made in a flexible schedule. There are no exact flight dates until the end of May.

It is better to buy return tickets, then you can return them by purchasing more convenient and cheaper ones.

Outcomes

Already now it is worth determining the date of visiting Greece.

You need to plan your vacation in small hotels with separate apartments. It is worth choosing individual excursions.

You can count on a relaxing beach holiday, safe travel to cities and attractions.