Greece Enacts New Regulations for Private Cars, Emissions, and Electric Vehicles
Greece's new law introduces stricter emissions controls, updated vehicle inspection rules, and incentives for electric vehicles. Effective July 1, 2027, diesel vehicles must pass mandatory particulate emissions checks. Emissions control cards will now be issued only by certified centers, and mileage records will be tracked from the first registration year. The law abolishes informal payments for license plates, updates driving license regulations for electric vehicles, and sets new requirements for company cars and imported used vehicles.
Greece has enacted a new law changing regulations for private cars, focusing on emissions control and electric vehicle incentives. Starting July 1, 2027, diesel vehicles will face mandatory particulate emissions checks, with non-compliant vehicles failing inspections at KTEO centers.
AI-curated by TheiaEmissions control cards will now be issued only by certified centers, addressing previous abuse concerns. The law eliminates informal payments for specific license plate numbers, establishing official fees instead.
Electric vehicle regulations have been updated, allowing increased weight for electric or hydrogen vehicles and extending free parking for low-emission vehicles until 2026. From January 1, 2027, 25% of new company cars must be fully electric or hybrid. Used imported vehicles must be registered in the MEMO Registry before obtaining Greek plates, and car dealers must register with the National Producer Registry.
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