Since the implementation of Greece’s visa-on-arrival program for Turkish citizens on April 1, 2024, over 100,000 Turkish tourists have crossed the Greek islands, sparking a boom in regional tourism.
The scheme, which allows Turkish nationals to visit select Greek islands for short stays with a 60 euros ($63) entry fee, has been hailed as a major success by both Greek and Turkish officials.
The announcement came during a recent meeting between Greek Minister of Shipping Christos Stylianidis and Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu in Istanbul, where both ministers emphasized the positive economic and diplomatic impact of the program.
“This program has not only boosted tourism but has also created a…
