For visa applications, it is recommended to provide copies of all filled pages of your passport, including those…
For visa applications, it is recommended to provide copies of all filled pages of your passport, including those detailing marital status and children, even if the official guidelines suggest only pages with stamps are required. Some visa centers may insist on complete documentation, potentially charging extra if necessary pages are missing. Bringing extra copies is a precautionary measure to avoid issues.
Traveling with multiple passports on a single itinerary (e
Traveling with multiple passports on a single itinerary (e.g., Moscow-Istanbul-Athens) is possible if you use different passports for different segments. Purchase separate tickets: one for Moscow-Istanbul using the passport without a Schengen visa, and another for Istanbul-Athens using the passport with the Schengen visa. You will need to re-check in at Istanbul.
When applying for a Greek visa, keep previous flight boarding passes or e-ticket itineraries, especially if passports…
When applying for a Greek visa, keep previous flight boarding passes or e-ticket itineraries, especially if passports lack stamps. Visa application centers may have specific instructions from the consulate, such as requiring purchased tickets instead of just reservations, although some centers (like in St. Petersburg) may accept bookings. The final decision on visa approval rests with the consul.
For a Greek visa application, travel insurance is a mandatory document
For a Greek visa application, travel insurance is a mandatory document. Ensure it covers the entire period of your intended stay and meets the minimum coverage requirements specified by the Greek consulate. The insurance policy should clearly state the coverage amount and validity dates.
Old Greek identity cards lacking a Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) will cease to be valid travel documents after August 3,…
Old Greek identity cards lacking a Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) will cease to be valid travel documents after August 3, 2026. Citizens must obtain new ID cards or use their passports for international travel.
According to European Regulation 2019/1157, old Greek ID cards (without machine-readable zones) will no longer be valid…
According to European Regulation 2019/1157, old Greek ID cards (without machine-readable zones) will no longer be valid for international travel within the EU/Schengen area after August 3, 2026. Travelers must use a valid passport or the new biometric ID card. The old ID remains valid for domestic use within Greece only.