Living in Greece
This weekend in Athens: 12 things to do, 13–15 November
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Greece Approves National Deposit Return System for Bottles and Cans
Authorities licensed DRS Hellas to run a deposit scheme adding 10 to 15 cents to drink containers.
Greece Introduces Sweeping Changes to Its Electricity Market
New legislation in Greece brings mandatory fixed-price tariffs, consumer billing protections, and island grid interconnections.
Greek inflation rises to 5.7 percent in October
Hellenic Statistical Authority reports higher consumer prices driven by increased housing and transport costs.
Greece heating allowance: MyThermansi platform opens for 2026-2027
Greece's Independent Public Revenues Authority has opened applications for the winter heating allowance, featuring grants of up to 1,560 euros.
This weekend in Athens: 10 things to do, 6–8 November
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Greece inflation rises to 5.6% in October
Eurostat figures show inflation in Greece accelerating further, marking the third-highest rate in the eurozone.
Financial aid for fire-damaged properties in Kassandra, Halkidiki
Authorities have opened the application process for financial assistance to restore buildings affected by the August fire in the Kassandra municipality.
Copper Thefts in Athens Leave Major Streets in Darkness
The rise of copper and cable thefts in central Athens has reached critical levels, causing severe infrastructure damage and leaving major streets without proper lighting.
Greece electricity prices rise in November
Electricity bills for households and businesses in Greece increase in November following a surge in energy market prices.
Average salary in Greece 2026: what full-time workers earn, and how it compares with the minimum wage
The average private-sector full-time salary in Greece passed €1,500 a month in 2025, according to ERGANI data. Here are the figures, what they cover, and how they compare with the minimum wage and the cost of living.
Minimum wage in Greece 2026: €920, 14 salaries and take-home pay
From April 2026 Greece's minimum wage rose to €920 gross. What that means per year with 14 salaries, what's left net, and what it means if you're thinking of moving to Greece.
Schools in Athens for Israeli families: international, Jewish or Greek? (2026)
Moving to Athens with children? Which international schools there are, what they cost, the Jewish school and Greek state schools, and where to live for each school.
Cost of living in Greece in 2026, and where to live: a guide for Israelis
Rent by neighbourhood, groceries, bills and transport, monthly budgets for singles, couples and families in euros and shekels, and which area suits you: central Athens, the suburbs, Thessaloniki or the islands.
This weekend in Athens: 11 things to do, 30 October–1 November
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Greece €400 Pensioner Payment: Rules and Eligibility
Greece plans to disburse an annual €400 payment to about 2.2 million eligible pensioners automatically on November 30.
New Bill in Greece Aims to Shift Delivery Workers to Payroll Contracts
A new legislative bill in Greece proposes shifting delivery workers from individual service invoices to standard payroll contracts.
This weekend in Athens: 12 things to do, 23–25 October
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Greece teachers strike: School disruptions expected on October 21
The Hellenic Teachers Federation declared a 24-hour nationwide strike for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, accompanied by protests in major cities.
New Alzheimer’s Treatments and Dementia Centres Planned in Greece
Greek healthcare facilities have begun offering an innovative therapy to slow early-stage Alzheimer's progression, alongside plans to expand the national dementia support network.
Volos allocates funds for seismic checks in schools
The local authority in Volos has earmarked 36,580 euros for primary earthquake safety inspections and roof assessments in educational facilities.
Greece launches new registry for revoked administrative acts
The Greek government has introduced a new digital registry for revoked administrative acts, aiming to streamline government processes and enhance transparency.
This weekend in Athens: 11 things to do, 16–18 October
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Fire reported in a new residential building in Piraeus
Firefighters successfully contained a fire that broke out on the first floor of a building under construction. An investigation is underway.
Decline in Greek Wildfires and Rapid Aid for Crete
Official figures show a notable drop in wildfire incidents and burned acreage across Greece, as authorities pledge quick compensation for affected residents in Crete.
This weekend in Athens: 12 things to do, 9–11 October
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Athens: Protest over metro construction damage in Kypseli
Property owners and residents gathered in Kypseli Square to demand a halt to metro boring works until structural damages to local buildings are fully repaired.
Greek Tax Office Fines: How to Reduce Penalties by Up to 50 Percent
Greek tax authorities have introduced a new structured framework allowing taxpayers to significantly reduce penalties by settling audits early.
Greek Language Essentials: History, Roots and Modern Usage
An overview of the Greek language, its ancient roots, and its ongoing presence in the modern world.
This weekend in Athens: 12 things to do, 2–4 October
Concerts, exhibitions and markets in Athens this weekend. All from official event calendars, with a link to each event.
Athens Metro Guide: Lines, Tickets and Airport Connections
The Athens Metro provides an efficient transit network across three main lines. Here is how to navigate the system and reach the city from the airport.
Public holidays in Greece 2026–2027: when banks, offices and shops close
Every Greek public holiday from October 2026 to August 2027, with the date, weekday and what closes. Useful for anyone planning a signing, a bank visit or a trip.
Education System in Greece: A Guide for Israeli Families Moving Here
Education in Greece is centralized and governed by the Ministry of Education. Here is a practical overview for Israeli families planning a long-term move.
Healthcare in Greece: A Guide for Residents
An overview of how public and private healthcare operates in Greece, covering hospitals, emergency services, and medical infrastructure.
Almyra: handmade natural cosmetics from Athens
Lavender, calendula, olive oil and a little salt from the sea: handmade natural cosmetics in small batches, and holistic facial treatments in Athens.
Moving to Greece with your family: a guide for Israelis (2026)
Which visa fits you, how much income you need, how healthcare and schools work, and what it costs to live in Athens compared with Tel Aviv.
How to get a Greek tax number (AFM) and open a bank account: a guide for Israelis
Without a Greek tax number and bank account you cannot buy a flat, sign a long-term lease or connect electricity. What you need, how to do it from Israel, and how long it takes.
Household Spending in Greece: ELSTAT 2025 Data Released
A new survey by the Hellenic Statistical Authority reveals average monthly household expenditures across different regions and highlights the varying impact of living costs.
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