The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.

Political demonstrations

Greek authorities have increased security at some prominent locations, including tourist sites, due to events in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. There is a pro-Palestinian protest scheduled for Sunday 05 November in Athens. Stay aware of your surroundings, stay away from demonstrations and follow the advice of local authorities. Follow “112 Greece” on X (formerly known as Twitter) for official updates.

Heatwave and wildfires in Europe

There are active wildfires across Greece, including in populated areas on the mainland and a number of islands.

Wildfires are highly dangerous and unpredictable. The situation can change quickly. Follow “112 Greece” on X (formerly known as Twitter) for official updates.

Read the NHS advice on coping in hot weather.

If you are travelling to an area affected by wildfires

If you are due to travel to an area that might be affected by wildfires, contact your travel operator or accommodation provider before you travel to check that it is not currently impacted. Make sure you have appropriate insurance.

If you are in or near areas affected by wildfires

Be cautious if you are in or near an area affected by wildfires. You should:

• follow the guidance of the emergency services

• call the Greek Emergency Services on 112 if you are in immediate danger

• contact your airline or travel operator who can assist you with return travel to the UK.

• enable the “Emergency Alerts” option to receive the Greek government’s emergency alerts. For:

  • iPhones go to Settings > Notification. Enable the “Emergency Alerts” option at the bottom.
  • Android 11 and higher go to Settings > Notifications > Advanced Settings > Wireless Emergency Alerts
  • Samsung Devices go to Settings > Apps > Messages > Notifications > Emergency Notifications. Enable the “Emergency Alerts” option

• read the Greek Government’s protection guidelines in the event of a forest fire.

• register via the Greek government’s Emergency Communication Service (in Greek)

If you need consular assistance

If you are a British national and need consular assistance, call our 24-hour helpline on +44 20 7008 5000

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:

• advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
• information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.