Greece
Southern Europe · Schengen area
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult (standard)€90
- Child 6–11Reduced€45
- Child under 6FreeFree
- Family member of EU/EEA/CH citizenFree
Directive 2004/38/EC — consular fee waived with proof of the relationship and of the EU citizen exercising free-movement rights.
Free - School pupils, students and accompanying teachers (study trip)FreeFree
- Researchers travelling for scientific researchFreeFree
- Application centre service feeService fee
VFS Global service fee, payable per applicant in GBP in addition to the consular fee.
+€37
Standard Schengen short-stay fee. Children under 6 are free, ages 6–11 pay a reduced fee, and family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens exercising free-movement rights are exempt. Application-centre service fees are charged in addition to the consular fee.
Where to apply
Global Visa Center World (GVCW) visa application centres in London, Manchester and Edinburgh, acting for the Greek Consular Office in London.
Appointment system
Appointments are booked online at uk-gr.gvcworld.eu. Peak-season slots are routinely booked out a month or more ahead, and the GVCW service fee must be paid online before the slot is confirmed — unpaid bookings are released back into the pool. A call centre (+44 203 7938 626) helps applicants who cannot find a slot.
Required documents
- Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages)
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- 1–2 recent biometric photos (35x45mm, ICAO standard)
- Travel medical insurance covering €30,000, valid across the Schengen area for the whole trip
- Round-trip flight reservation / detailed itinerary
- Proof of accommodation for every night (hotel bookings or invitation)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, usually last 3–6 months)
- Proof of employment / studies (employer letter, payslips, student letter)
- Proof of UK immigration status (BRP, eVisa share code, or residence permit)
- Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) taken at the appointment
Editor tips
Book the appointment before you buy flights — a reservation is enough for the file, and Greek summer slots are the tightest in the EU.
Country-specific quirks
Greece is strict on insurance and on proof of accommodation for every single night — island-hopping itineraries with gaps are a common refusal reason. Ferry tickets between islands are usually requested.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Greece are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Greece mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the UK
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Greece visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Greece mission covering your country of residence.
- LondonGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — London
Suite 1, 4th Floor, 1 Duchess Street, London W1W 6AN
Appointments and the GVCW service fee are booked and paid online before you attend.
Official page - ManchesterGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — Manchester
Manchester centre — exact address is confirmed on the GVCW portal at booking
Opening days can be limited; check the portal when booking.
Official page - EdinburghGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — Edinburgh
Edinburgh centre — exact address is confirmed on the GVCW portal at booking
Serves applicants resident in Scotland.
Official page - LondonConsulateConsulate General of Greece in London
1A Holland Park, London W11 3TP
Consular office responsible for decisions; national D visas are adjudicated here, not at the visa centre.
Official page
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
Global Visa Center World (GVCW) visa application centres in London, Manchester and Edinburgh, acting for the Greek Consular Office in London.
Appointment system
Appointments are booked online at uk-gr.gvcworld.eu. Peak-season slots are routinely booked out a month or more ahead, and the GVCW service fee must be paid online before the slot is confirmed — unpaid bookings are released back into the pool. A call centre (+44 203 7938 626) helps applicants who cannot find a slot.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Greece are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Greece visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- LondonGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — London
Suite 1, 4th Floor, 1 Duchess Street, London W1W 6AN
Appointments and the GVCW service fee are booked and paid online before you attend.
Official page - ManchesterGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — Manchester
Manchester centre — exact address is confirmed on the GVCW portal at booking
Opening days can be limited; check the portal when booking.
Official page - EdinburghGlobal Visa Center WorldGVCW Greece Visa Application Centre — Edinburgh
Edinburgh centre — exact address is confirmed on the GVCW portal at booking
Serves applicants resident in Scotland.
Official page - LondonConsulateConsulate General of Greece in London
1A Holland Park, London W11 3TP
Consular office responsible for decisions; national D visas are adjudicated here, not at the visa centre.
Official page
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Greece
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Athens and attach the confirmations to your application.
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