Greece launches digital system at border crossings to reduce congestion
In a move to reduce long queues and speed up border checks, Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is set to launch a new digital system at land border crossings.
Starting Monday, July 28, the new system will electronically register the entry and exit of trucks and buses at all land border checkpoints. The initiative aims to eliminate delays—especially at high-traffic crossings such as Bahçeköy (Kipi), where vehicle lines often stretch for kilometers.
The digitalization will mark the end of paper-based processes, replacing traditional logbooks with real-time electronic entries. This transition is expected to significantly shorten waiting times at the borders, easing the burden on truck and bus drivers.
In addition to improving efficiency, the system will allow authorities to monitor vehicle traffic nationwide more effectively. It will also enhance the transparency of border operations, making it easier to track suspicious vehicles and prevent irregularities.
According to AADE data, an average of 6.3 million vehicles—including trucks, buses, and cars—and approximately 19.5 million passengers pass through Greece’s land borders annually.
The new digital platform is expected to streamline both commercial transport and passenger travel, reducing congestion and modernizing the country’s border management.
