Chaos in Greece as Brits face £3,500 fine under strict new rules | World | News
Greece’s new highway code entered into force on September 13 today, imposed more strict penalties and cumulative penalties for traffic violations for both locals and visitors. In accordance with the updated law, crimes will no longer balance each other – each violation is recorded and penalties for crimes such as perpendicular fines, suspension of longer license and criminal prosecution in serious cases are increasing again.
Using a mobile phone while driving is suspended by a fine of 350 € (300 £) and a 30 -day license. The fine for repeated violations can reach € 4,000 (£ 3,500) and the suspensions may be up to eight years. In the meantime, running a stop sign that results in an accident can also lead to a fine of € 4,000 and an eight -year suspension. Drunk driving fines now vary between € 350 and € 1,040 (£ 1,040), and the compulsory vehicle water base is sentenced to five years imprisonment for license lifting and blood alcohol above 1.10 g/L.
Drivers exceeding speed limits 50 km/h (31MPH) face 700 € (606 £) and two -month suspensions, while the street race may cause financials up to 8,000 € (£ 6,900) and four -year suspensions.
When operating vehicles such as motorcycles, a protective helmet will not be worn for a fine of € 350. Passengers who do not comply with this will encounter the same amount and will be valid for the driver even if they wear the same amount. Failure to wear a seat belt will cause a fine of € 350 for drivers and passengers.
The law also increases fines and penalties for blocking public transport strips, parking at disabled points and unlicensed driving.
As of January 2026, new velocity limits will be applied depending on the type of road unless otherwise specified.
Some time ago, a new traffic code was considered necessary, because traffic accidents with fatal results and the abandonment of the victim last year’s daily events.
Only in Greece, holidaymakers will have to make sure they follow the rules. The British who went to Spain may need to rethink some of their driving habits, because this is an easy mistake, not only cars, but also all holiday budgets. Parking for a short time in a restricted area in Spain, including places such as Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga and Alicante, will be considered as a serious violation.
Typically, fines vary between 100-2 € (£ 85-170 £) and at an additional cost for withdrawal fees of 100-150 € depending on the city. In addition, daily storage fees of 20-3 € 30 € are generally valid until the day the vehicle is collected.
