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The minimum wage is to be raised a second time in 2022 in order to accommodate rising fuel prices …

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The government’s requirement that unions and employers’ organisations both sign up to a new central register has led several unions to file an injunction …

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An agreement has been reached between the Labour Ministry and Hotel Chamber of Commerce concerning the employment of those aged 16+ from state care institutions …

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The government has decided to increase the minimum wage from 1st January 2022 by 2%, which will bring the minimum gross monthly wage up to €663/US$786 (or €773 …

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Greek labour laws have long reflected a era during which trade unions have had a stranglehold on the government …

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Although cannabis possession and use – especially for “medical purposes” – has been legalised in some US States and several countries around the world, its use for any purpose remains illegal in around 160 countries worldwide …

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In addition to opening up for tourism, Greece has also launched a new digital nomad visa for those who work independently, or can work remotely for their employer …

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A revised extension until 31st December 2021 has been provided by Ministerial Decision to certain third-country nationals’ residence permits and blue certificates …

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Service employees working in shops, restaurants and transport must now provide a negative test result from a mandatory COVID-19 self-test before going to work …

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All travellers into Greece must complete the online Passenger Locator Form (PLF) prior to arrival …

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The Greek government has announced that it intends to liberalise the pay rates of lower-ranked crew members on Greek-flagged merchant vessels …

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New regulations have been introduced by the department of transport, limiting the number of people who may travel together in a taxi or private car to two people plus the driver …

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In an effort to boost employment, the Greek Ministry of Labour will be receiving funding from the European Union for the years 2021–2027, which amounts to approximately €5 …

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The implementation of the digital working time system and the use of e-cards for employees is set to be rolled out throughout this year …

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Third-country nationals wishing to obtain a 5-year “gold visa” giving residency by investment may now have the options to invest at least 400,000 euros (US$443,000) in a Greece-based company, or in Greek shares or bonds …

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