Weapons in Greece: what are the rules for travelers?

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Weapons — Greece

What travelers need to know about weapons in Greece. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Weapons in Greece: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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PROHIBITED

It is illegal to bring mace, pepper spray, guns, ammunition, or even spent shells or casings into Greece.

These items will be confiscated and police may arrest or detain you.

§ US State Dept

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