Is Greece foreigner friendly?

In the 2023 Expat Insider survey by InterNations, Greece was recognised as a country where settling and finding friends among locals is easy. Among the benefits of living in Greece, expats value its welcoming culture, mild climate and high quality of life.



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Get out your bucket list; it's time to cross off a major line item: Greece. The fabled land remains tops for culture, food, outdoor travel, art and, of course, beaches and islands. As part of the border-free Schengen Area, it's also incredibly easy to visit for many travelers worldwide.

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Italy has more (easily accessible) history, a richer range of cuisine, better cooking and food tours, and more sightseeing opportunities. Greece has better beaches, a more relaxing atmosphere (especially on the islands), and cheaper food and hotels.

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History and Culture: Chania is one of the most historically rich cities in Greece and is known for its stunning architecture, narrow streets, and rich cultural heritage. Friendly Community: The local people in Chania are known for being warm and friendly, making it a welcoming destination for expats.

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The large majority of immigrants to Greece come from Albania; Albanians constitute 63.7% of the total documented migrant population in Greece, followed by Bulgarians, Georgians, Romanians, Russians, and Ukrainians. Immigrants are employed in construction, industrial manufacturing, and agriculture.

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Ireland crowned Europe's friendliest country The medal of Europe's friendliest and most welcoming country goes to Ireland. With its green, wild landscapes, the country charms its visitors.

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Both are awesome destinations with great beaches, friendly people, good food and interesting culture. Greece is cheaper but you'll most likely have to fly to Athens and take a ferry from there. Spain has more of a nightlife.

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Both countries are very hot during summer, but Greece is some degrees hotter than Spain. The difference between the Spanish and Greek summer weather is that the months of July and August in Greece present some moderate wind.

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United States. The United States has the largest ethnically-Greek population outside Greece. According to the US Department of State, the Greek-American community numbers about three million and the vast majority are third- or fourth-generation immigrants.

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