Greek ID card renewal

07.01.2026, 12:00

What Changes for Greek ID Cards From Aug. 3

The old blue cards stop working as travel documents this week, with full replacement required by September 2027 and appointments filling up fast

01.24.2026, 18:15

Old Greek ID Cards Valid Until August 2026 as Demand for New IDs Surges

Greece’s older-style identity cards will remain valid until August 2026, authorities have confirmed, amid mounting pressure on police stations as applications for the new biometric IDs continue to rise—particularly in major urban centres

04.20.2025, 15:00

New Greek ID Cards: What You Need to Know

Greece’s new ID cards will include a 12-digit PIN for digital access to public services. Replacing legacy IDs is mandatory by 2026.

Maria Paravantes

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Greek ID card renewal

What Changes for Greek ID Cards From Aug. 3

Old Greek ID Cards Valid Until August 2026 as Demand for New IDs Surges

New Greek ID Cards: What You Need to Know

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