Athens Dress Code

In summer, due to the heat and the Greeks' relaxed attitudes towards formality, dress code is informal and casual wear is acceptable except at official gatherings.

Greeting Someone in Athens

Punctuality is considered a very important factor of Greek business life. Shaking hands is the standard international business greeting.

Athens Business Hours and Banking

Greek office hours are generally between the hours of 08:00 and 14:30 and 17:30 to 20:30, Monday to Friday. Banking hours are generally 08:00 to 14:00, Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 to 13:30 on Friday. Some of the larger banks may open on Saturday morning also.

Athens Smoking

In Athens, smoking is prohibited where notified and on public transport and in some public buildings. It is always advisable to take your cue from those around you.