A Greek passport is now valid for 10 years for adults and minors over 14, and for 3 years for children up to 14. Validity was extended from 5 to 10 years by Law 4962/2022. The procedure is governed by Law 3103/2003 and Presidential Decree 25/2022, and passports are issued by the Passport and Security Documents Directorate of the Hellenic Police.
2026 brought two important changes: the photo is now submitted only digitally, and from 3 August 2026 you need a new-type ID card.
Step 1: Check your ID card
When applying, you show a valid ID card or the digital ID in the Gov.gr Wallet. From 03/08/2026, ID cards that do not comply with Regulation (EU) 2025/1208 – i.e. the old-type Greek ID cards – are no longer accepted. If you still have an old one, get the new ID first.
The ID must also be in good condition and its photo must resemble you. Very old cards where your facial features have changed significantly are rejected.
Step 2: Digital photo via myPhoto
The photo must be in colour, taken within the last 6 months, and meet ICAO 9303 specifications. For applications in Greece it is uploaded only digitally to the gov.gr myPhoto service, usually by a certified photo studio. Printed photos were accepted only until 31/01/2026.
For children under 12, one additional printed colour photo is required, attached to the certificate confirming the child’s identity.
Step 3: Pay the e-fee
The fee (e-Paravolo) is issued online through the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) application and paid at a bank or via e-banking.
| Case | Validity | Cost | Fee code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults and minors over 14 | 10 years | €80.00 | 2014 |
| Minors up to 14 | 3 years | €71.00 | 2015 |
| Replacement (e.g. damage, change of details) | — | €58.00 | 2016 |
| Exceptional issue (urgent need) | 13 months | €67.00 | 2017 |
| Temporary inability to take fingerprints | 8 months | €62.50 | 2018 |
Source: passport.gov.gr – Required documents
The amount includes €5 postage for sending the passport booklet to the Passport Office.
Step 4: Book an appointment and apply in person
You book an appointment at your local Passport Office through the Hellenic Police appointment platform on gov.gr. You must attend in person, as fingerprints are taken.
The application/solemn declaration (Law 1599/1986) is completed electronically by the officer. In it you declare, among other things, that there is no travel ban or pending conviction against you.
What to bring:
- New-type ID card or Gov.gr Wallet
- Your myPhoto code
- The paid e-fee
- Your old passport, if renewing (it is cancelled when you collect the new one)
Step 5: Collection
The central service issues the passport in about 5 working days from receipt of the file and sends it to the office where you applied. For serious health reasons requiring hospital treatment abroad, it is issued as a priority within 1 working day, with a medical certificate from a public hospital.
Lost or stolen passport
First report the loss or theft to a competent Greek authority (police or consulate). Then submit the same documents as for a new passport. In an emergency (e.g. hospitalisation or death of a relative abroad), an exceptional 13-month passport can be issued.
Travel agency tip
Many non-EU countries require a passport valid for at least 3 or 6 months after departure. Check the expiry date before booking tickets, not a few days before you leave. In peak season (May–July) appointments fill up fast.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a passport cost in 2026? €80 for adults (10 years) and €71 for children up to 14 (3 years).
Can I get a passport with the old ID card? No, from 03/08/2026 a new-type ID card or the digital ID in Gov.gr Wallet is required.
Are printed photos accepted? Not for applications in Greece; only digital via myPhoto (exception: the additional printed photo for children under 12).
How quickly will I get it? Usually within 5 working days.
Sources: passport.gov.gr – Required documents · TA NEA – Passport 2026 · taxblock.gr – Issue times
Validity: This article reflects the legislation and sources as of 27/09/2026 (last update of the official passport.gov.gr page). Later changes are not included.
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