EU citizens of the European Union can use their own licenses for driving in Greece. Other nationals should have an International Drivers permit. Getting this is not the hassle it used to be and there are companies that offer them on-line including your local AAA. The International Driving Permit is recognized worldwide as a valuable document identifying you as a properly licensed resident. No test is required, but you must have a valid Native Drivers Licence and be 18 years of age or older.

Central Athens area restricts car access to reduce congestion, but these restrictions do not apply to rental cars or those owned by foreigners in the country for a short stay. Those foreigners who do live in Athens must follow the odd-even license plate rules which allow you to circulate in the center of the city depending on what number your plates end with.

Remember to use your seat belts when driving in Greece. Passengers in the front are required to by law but everyone should use them. Children 10 years old or younger are required to sit in the back seat. You have to be at least 18 years old to drive.

ELPA the Greek version of AAA offers roadside assistance to AAA members, CAA members and other International Organizations. For emergency assistance dial 104 and 154. For emergencies dial 112 for multi-language help. Dial 100 for Police, 166 for Fires, and 199 for ambulance service.

See also Matt Barrett's Driving in Greece

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