Currency

The Euro (EUR) is now the official currency of Greece. Greece's prior currency, the Drachma, has now been phased out as legal tender and is no longer accepted.

Credit Cards

Credit cards are accepted in most shops and hotels this will be indicated by a sticker in the front window. Most major credit cards are accepted but check with your bank before you leave to find out if it will be accepted in Greece.

Traveller's cheques

Euro travelers cheques are widely accepted everywhere and can be cashed in all major hotels and banks on production of a passport. It is advisable to take Euro travelers Cheques and Euro notes.

Currency restrictions

You must declare amounts exceeding EUR10,000 and for the export of currency and cheques in excess of EUR2,000. Visitors are advised to keep exchange receipts.