
Greece has excellent healthcare: 6.6 doctors per 1,000 (well above the OECD average). But accessing the public system as a foreigner requires a residence permit, a registered AMKA (social security number), and at least 50 days of contributions before anything kicks in.
Without coverage, a private GP visit runs €60–€150 and a hospital stay can cost €200–€500+ per day.
Plus, for all visas, including Digital Nomad Visas, medical insurance is required.

Greece's public system, ESY (funded by EFKA), covers GP visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, and maternity for insured residents. Employed expats enroll automatically; Golden Visa, Digital Nomad, and FIP holders don't qualify. Private hospitals in Athens and Thessaloniki offer excellent, English-speaking care.
Learn about how healthcare & health insurance work in Greece.

Pharmacies are widespread, and most pharmacists in Athens and Thessaloniki speak basic English. A 24-hour pharmacy rota operates nationwide. Many medications available over the counter in Greece require a prescription elsewhere and are sold under generic names, as brand names differ. Non-essential medication is not subsidized.

Dial 112 (EU-wide) or 166 (EKAB ambulance). Response times are fast in Athens and Thessaloniki but slower on islands and in rural areas — air ambulances cover remote locations. Operators speak English. Save your nearest hospital's number and your embassy's emergency contact.
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Costs can add up fast: a private GP visit runs €60–€150, and a hospital stay costs €200–€500+ per day without coverage.
EFKA costs employees around 13–16% of wages, with employers adding 22–25%. Freelancers and self-employed expats pay both sides themselves. Once enrolled, most care is free or very low-cost. Expect long wait times for specialists and limited English-speaking providers outside Athens and Thessaloniki.
Plans range from €80/month for basic inpatient cover to €250+/month for comprehensive plans including outpatient, dental, mental health, maternity, and medical evacuation. Most private plans include direct access to private hospitals and English-speaking specialists in Athens, Thessaloniki, and on the islands.
Long-stay visas and residence permits in Greece require proof of private health insurance. Your policy needs to cover at least €30,000 in medical expenses and include medical repatriation.

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