What insurance do I need to hire a car in Greece?

Required Insurance Coverage Fire and third party liability insurance is mandatory and is included in all rentals. Third party liability insurance offers up to $85,000 of coverage in case of damage or injury to people or property outside of the rental car.



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An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a requirement to legally rent a car in Greece. It is mandatory to accompany your valid domestic driver's license with an IDP at the time of receiving your car rental. The UN itself does not issue driving permits and uses authorized travel associations to administer the service.

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What is the national speed limit in Greece? The national speed limit on Greek motorways is 130km/h (80 mph). If you're driving on a main road outside a built-up area, the limit varies between 90km/h and 110km/h, and for built-up areas it's between 50km/h and 70km/h.

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All you need is a positive attitude, and you'll be good to go. Driving on the islands is good when you become familiar with the narrow streets and the parking rules. At the same time, driving in major cities such as Athens with your rented car is often much more chaotic and, as a result, a bit more difficult.

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