What to do if you test positive while in Greece
If you test positive for COVID-19 while in Greece you must self-isolate for 10 days from the date of the positive test result. If you are symptomatic you must continue to self-isolate until you have shown no symptoms for three days. At the end of this period you will need to take an RAT (antigen test). If the result is positive you should take a further test 48 hours later. You can end your self-isolation once you have a negative RAT (antigen test) result.
The above guidance does not apply in the case of strains of special interest or variants under surveillance. These cases will be assessed by the EMEA (Greek health authority) and appropriate instructions will be given.
Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to self-isolate in your current accommodation, or Greek authorities will ask you to self-isolate in a state provided quarantine hotel. The expense of the accommodation in quarantine hotels is covered by the Greek state. Local authorities will be able to offer further advice on self-isolation requirements.
If you do not self-isolate or quarantine when required you may be fined by the Hellenic Police. The fine could be as much as €5000. You should comply with any requirement to self-isolate or quarantine.
Plan ahead and make sure you:
can access money
understand what your insurance will cover
can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned
Quarantine hotels
If you test positive for COVID-19 you may have to enter a quarantine hotel. The UK government will not cover mandatory quarantine costs for British nationals. In Greece, the Greek authorities will pay the cost of your quarantine.
EHIC or GHIC cards can not be used to cover any additional expenses you incur whilst staying in a quarantine hotel. Make sure you have access to funds to cover the costs or take out insurance, checking the policy has adequate cover.
If you have or are entitled to an EHIC or GHIC and you need medical treatment while staying at a quarantine hotel, the UK government will fund treatment as usual through the EHIC/GHIC scheme.
Find out more from the NHS website about EHIC and GHIC healthcare cover abroad.
www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/greece/coronavirus