In this section, we want to talk about the options you have for sending mail home and anywhere else as well as receiving mail while in Greece. Whether it be sending letters about your travels, sending packages or souvenirs to your friends and loved ones, or someone from home who wants to send you a care package, we will help you feel confident about staying connected by sending and receiving mail while in Greece.
The Post Office
Hellenic Post will be the main postal service that you will be utilizing while in Greece.
Addressing Mail
In order to address mail, you or your loved ones will want to use the following format:
Your Name Room Number Street Name Town Postal Code Province
For mail going back home from Greece, once you have properly addressed your mail, you will want to ensure that it has the correct postage needed to send it. Stamps are sold at the Hellenic Post / ΕΛΤΑ offices. Before sending your mail, ensure that you check the guidelines of what can and cannot be sent via mail on the Hellenic Post/ΕΛΤΑ website.