So, I’ve been meaning to get a driver’s license in Greece, and let me tell you, it’s been quite a journey! I started off by doing a bunch of searches online to figure out what I needed to do.
First things first, I had to be at least 18 years old. That’s a given. But then I found out that Greece accepts licenses from other European Union countries, plus Norway and Iceland. I’m not from those places, so I knew I had to go through the process of getting a Greek one.
I stumbled upon a few websites that promised to make the whole thing super easy. They talked about getting a license in just 4-5 working days with just a click. Sounded tempting, but I’m always a bit skeptical about these things. Anyway, I decided to dig deeper.

Here’s the thing: I read somewhere that I might have to exchange my foreign license, report it lost or stolen, or something like that. I thought to myself, “Who’s gonna help me with all this?” Then I saw something about an expat assistant called “Lisbob.” Sounded like exactly what I needed!
Next up, I started looking into the actual process of applying for a Greek driver’s license. I found out there are specific rules and regulations, some agreements for license exchange, and procedures for getting and renewing them. It was a lot to take in, but I was determined to get it done.
- I gathered all the documents I could think of, like my ID, proof of residence, and some passport photos.
- I made a few phone calls, trying to get more information and figure out where to go.
- Finally, I decided to visit a local office to get the process started in person.
The waiting was the hardest part. But after a few weeks, I finally got my hands on my new Greek driver’s license! It wasn’t as easy as those websites promised, but I did it. Now I can drive around Greece legally and without any worries. Phew!
The good news is, I learned a ton about the process. I even thought about starting a blog to help other folks who are trying to get their driver’s licenses in a new country. It’s a whole adventure, but definitely doable!