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Greece Set to Issue New, Updated ID's, Passports

The Hellenic Police (ELAS) put out for bid on Thursday a contract for the creation of an electronic information system for security documents. The successful firm will be responsible for the creation of new IDs and the upgrading of...

Greece: Amendment to Highway Code Adds Compulsory Driving Test For the Elderly

An amendment of the Highway Code passed by the Greek Government, will require drivers over 74-years-old to undergo a driving test in order to keep their licence. The decision taken by Christos Spirtzis, Minister of Transport, includes a driving test...

New Rules Say Non-EU Visitors Need International Driving Licence to Rent Vehicles

New rules say visitors from non-European Union countries are now only allowed to rent a vehicle in Greece if they have an International Driving Permit. Would-be drivers must also produce a license issued by their home country, according to the...

New EU Directive Allows Greek Teenagers to Attain Driver's License at 14

The European Union has announced a new directive regarding the age that teenagers receive their driving licenses in each individual member state. According to this directive, teenagers as young as 14 years old will be able to get a...