Old identity cards to remain temporarily valid until 2027 under limited conditions
Greece
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:32 GMT
Old identity cards will continue to be accepted until 2027 under certain limited conditions, according to a new extension arrangement aimed at preventing difficulties for citizens during the transition to new identity cards.
The extension applies to specific situations while authorities continue encouraging citizens to replace older identity documents with the new generation Greek identity cards equipped with modern security features.
Officials have previously announced that the transition process is part of efforts to improve document security and align identity systems with international standards. Citizens are advised to complete their applications for new identity cards to avoid potential disruptions in official procedures.
