Passports

The new machine-readable Greek passports are produced using state-of-the-art technology to meet the highest possible security standards and specifications.

As of 26 August 2006, new Greek passports incorporate an integrated microchip with biometric data, as required by the latest European Union specifications.

Pursuant to European Union regulation 2252/2004, starting 1 January 2006, the Hellenic Police will assume complete responsibility for issuing/renewing biometric passports.

As of 1 January 2007, only new passports issued by the Passport Division of the Hellenic Police are be valid.

Greek Consulates are responsible for the following:

• Collecting applications and supporting documents,
• Safely forwarding such documents to Hellenic Police,
• Receiving passports from the Hellenic Police, and
• Handing over passports to their rightful owners.

The required time for the completion of this process is approximately 4-7 weeks.

We kindly inform you that, in order to apply or renew your passport, you are required to book an appointment by clicking here.

Application for renewal of an existing passport can be submitted within the last year of validity of the passport.

Supporting Documents:

Supporting documents submitted must be recent and have been issued within the last six (6) months (Article 2, par. 2, Common Ministerial Decision 3021/22/10).

Applications for new passports or renewal of existing passports must be made in person.

In order for the application to be accepted by authorized personnel, all required supporting documents, without exception, must accompany said application.

In case of minors, supporting documents are submitted by the parents or legal guardians of said minor.  In case only one parent is present, the written consent of the other parent is required, with the latter’s signature certified either by Greek public authority or via gov.gr, not older than six months.

List for Supporting Documents:

1. Application (completed at the Consular Office)

2. Previous passport (provided it exists). This passport will be returned to its owner until delivery of a new one, at which point it will be handed over and invalidated.

3. Recent (no more than a month old) color digital photograph 4x6 cm (1.6 x 2.3 inches) of particular technical specifications, light-colored background and the face looking directly into the camera. We emphasize that if the photograph does not meet the required specifications, the application will be rejected by the Central Division of Passport Issuance in Athens.

4. A police identity card (with the number of municipal registration on its back side) or certificate of municipal registration, issued during the last six months. Birth certificate may be issued from the Consular Office by the time of the interview.

5. Sworn statement (completed at the Consular Office) in which the applicant notes whether:

• he/she has ever been convicted of specific crimes relating to the issuance, use, loss or theft of passports;
• there are criminal proceedings pending against him/her or whether he/she has been indicted for the aforementioned offences;
• he/she has ever been declared a draft dodger or deserter;
• he/she is banned from leaving the country;
• he/she possesses a valid passport.

6. (Only for males 19-45 years of age) Persons under military deferment must provide a Type B Certificate. Those declared deserters living abroad must provide certification of their military office in Greece, certifying such a declaration. These documents must have been issued within six months of the passport application. Contact the Consular Office in order to collect the necessary documents.

List of Supporting Documents for Issuing Passport to Minors

1. Application (completed at the Consular Office by the parents or legal guardians)

2. Previous passport (provided there is one). This passport will be returned to its owner until delivery of new one, at which point it will be handed over and invalidated.

3. Recent (no more than a month old) color digital photograph 4x6 m (1.6 x 2.3 inches) of particular technical specifications, light-colored background and the face looking directly into the camera. We emphasize that if the photograph does not meet the required specifications, the application will be rejected by the Central Division of Passport Issuance in Athens.

4. A police identity card for minors over the age of 12. If the applicant does not have a police identity card, he/she must submit an original certificate of municipal registration.

5. (Only for minors over the age of 13) Sworn statement (completed at the Consular Office) in which the applicant notes whether:

• he/she has ever been convicted of specific crimes relating to the issuance, use, loss or theft of passports;
• there are criminal proceedings pending against him/her or whether he/she has been indicted for the aforementioned offences;

Person Under Guardianship or Judicial Assistance

In case of adult persons under guardianship or judicial assistance, the presence of said guardian and/or judicial assistant is required at the time of the submission of application, and a certified copy of the relevant decision on guardianship/judicial assistance must be presented.

Passport Delivery

Passports must be picked up in person or by a legal guardian or person legally authorized via gov.gr , and proper identification must be provided.

In all cases, proof of having applied and provided all relevant documentation must be shown.

When new passports are picked up, applicants are required to submit their old passport for cancellation.

The Consular Office of the Greek Embassy is at your disposal for any clarifications and information you may require.

Emergency travel document procedure for Greek citizens (laissez passer)

An emergency travel document is issued solely by the Greek Embassy to Greek citizens, exclusively, whose stated purpose is to return to Greece or their country of residence. The applicant must present himself/herself at the Embassy in order for the document to be issued. This service is rendered free of charge.

The emergency travel document is issued exclusively if the passport is lost or stolen and also in the following cases:

1. In case of death
2. When the citizen is at risk
3. In case of an accident or serious illness

Required documents:

1. Application form filled out at the Embassy
2. Two passport size photos
3. Photocopy of identity card
4. Photocopy of the expired passport if it exists
5. Registration in municipal registrars that is requested by the Embassy
6. Copy of the ticket reservation indicating Greece or the country of residence as the final destination

If the citizen’s passport has been lost or stolen, the following documents must also be submitted:

1. An official report from the police concerning the theft or loss of the passport.
2. Signed affirmation, under article 8 N.1599 / 1986, describing the place, time and circumstances during which the passport was lost or stolen.

Passport Fees

Photographs

Recent (no more than a month old) color digital photograph 4x6 cm (1.6 x 2.3 inches) of particular technical specifications, light-colored background and the face looking directly into the camera. We emphasize that if the photograph does not meet the required specifications (see details), the application will be rejected by the Central Division of Passport Issuance in Athens.

PASSPORT APPLICATION PROGRESS

You can be informed about the passport application progress on the website of the Hellenic Police - Passport Division.