Greece Issues 100,000+ Visas to Turkish Visitors Via Visa-On-Arrival Scheme
Greece’s Visa-On-Arrival Scheme for Turkish Nationals: A Resounding Success
The visa-on-arrival scheme for Turkish nationals introduced by Greece on April 1, 2024, has proven to be highly successful, according to Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy Christos Stylianidis. The program allows Turkish tourists to enter ten Greek islands for short-term stays (1-7 days) with a single-entry permit costing €60, bypassing the need to apply for a Schengen visa beforehand.
Key Achievements of the Scheme
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Increased Tourism from Türkiye
- 400,000 Turkish tourists visited Greek islands during the peak summer season.
- An additional 54,373 visas were issued on three islands in the Northeast Aegean by the end of August, highlighting the high demand for this program.
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Economic Boost for Coastal Communities
Maritime tourism generated significant economic benefits for local communities, strengthening ties between Greece and Türkiye. -
Continued High Traffic
Passenger flows from the Turkish coast to Greek islands remained consistently high, underscoring the program's popularity.
Commitment to Maritime Cooperation
In a recent meeting between Greek Minister Stylianidis and Turkish Minister of Transport Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, both ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in the maritime sector, focusing on:
- Support for maritime connections, which have created mutual economic benefits.
- Expansion of the visa-on-arrival scheme for Turkish nationals.
- Encouraging maritime tourism to further drive economic growth in coastal areas.
Plans to Extend the Scheme in 2025
Following its success, Greek authorities are planning to extend the visa-on-arrival program throughout 2025. Northern Aegean Regional Governor Konstantinos Moutzouris has proposed broadening the scheme to include non-Schengen visitors from other regions.
This proposal reflects Greece's commitment to fostering tourism and international cooperation. The program, introduced through an agreement between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, is expected to remain a cornerstone of Greek-Turkish relations.
Greek Islands Covered Under the Scheme
The program permits Turkish nationals to visit the following islands:
- Rhodes, Chios, Kos, Lesbos, Samos, Kalymnos, Leros, Kastellorizo, Symi, and Limnos.
By creating a streamlined visa process and boosting tourism, Greece has established a model for enhancing bilateral ties while promoting regional economic development. The proposed continuation in 2025 aims to build on this success.
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