For specific information concerning Greek driving permits, vehicle inspection, road tax and mandatory insurance , contact the Greek national tourist organization offices in New York at tel. While consultations to correct the deficiencies are ongoing, the Greek air carriers currently flying to the U.S. will be subject to heightened FAA surveillance. No additional flights or new service to the U.S. by Greek air carriers will be permitted unless they arrange to have the flights conducted by an air carrier from a country meeting international safety standards. In addition, DOD does not permit its personnel to use air carriers from category 2 countries for official business except for flights originating from or terminating in the U.S. Local exceptions may apply. Greek customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning the export from Greece of antiquities, including rocks from archaeological sites.
Penalties range from large fines to prison terms.
It is advisable to contact the Embassy of Greece in Washington or one of Greece's consulates in the United States for specific information regarding customs requirements. 1212 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, issues and guarantees the ATA Carnet in the United States. While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country's laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in the United States and may not afford the protections available to the individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Persons violating Greek laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested or imprisoned.