Zakynthos (Zante) Entry Requirements

Children, including infants, must have their own passport or be included on a parent's passport (if issued before 2012). Minors traveling alone or with one parent may need a notarized consent letter from the non-accompanying parent(s) authorizing travel - requirements vary by nationality. EU citizens' children can use national ID cards. For divorced parents or sole custody situations, carry legal documentation. Birth certificates may be requested. Children are subject to same visa requirements as adults but may have reduced or waived fees.

Pets entering Greece from EU countries need: EU pet passport, microchip (ISO 11784/11785 compliant), valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and tapeworm treatment for dogs (1-5 days before entry). From non-EU countries: veterinary health certificate, microchip, rabies vaccination with antibody titration test (at least 30 days after vaccination, 3 months before travel), and tapeworm treatment. Maximum 5 pets per person for non-commercial movement. Certain breeds may be restricted. Pets must enter through designated points of entry. Airlines and ferry companies have specific pet policies. Prepare documentation well in advance - requirements are strict.

To stay longer than the 90-day tourist limit, you must apply for a residence permit before the 90 days expire. Options include: student visa (for enrolled students), work permit (requires job offer from Greek employer), retirement visa (for retirees with sufficient income), family reunification (for family members of Greek/EU residents), or investor/golden visa (for property investors €250,000+). Applications must be submitted to Greek consulate in your home country or, in limited cases, to local immigration office in Greece. Processing can take several months. Overstaying can result in fines, deportation, and entry bans. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens have right of residence but must register after 3 months with local authorities.

Greece introduced a Digital Nomad Visa in 2021 for non-EU citizens who work remotely for employers/clients outside Greece. Requirements: proof of employment/freelance contracts with non-Greek entities, minimum monthly income €3,500, health insurance, and clean criminal record. Allows stay up to 12 months (renewable). Apply at Greek consulate before travel. Cannot work for Greek companies or Greek clients while on this visa. EU citizens can work remotely without special visa but must register if staying over 3 months.

Cruise passengers on short port visits (usually under 24 hours) typically don't go through full immigration if staying in port area, but must carry passport/ID. If disembarking for shore excursions, standard entry requirements apply based on nationality. Some cruise lines handle group immigration. If starting/ending cruise in Zakynthos, full immigration procedures apply. Schengen visa rules apply - cruise time in Schengen ports counts toward 90-day limit.

Students enrolled in Greek educational institutions need a student visa/residence permit (for non-EU nationals). Apply at Greek embassy/consulate with: university acceptance letter, proof of sufficient funds (or scholarship), health insurance, accommodation proof, and clean criminal record. EU students have right to study in Greece but should register with local authorities for stays over 3 months. Student permits typically valid for one year, renewable annually.