Greece - Import Requirements and DocumentationGreece - Import Requirements
The TARIC (Tarif Intégré de la Communauté), described above, is available to help determine if a license is required for a particular product. Moreover, the European Commission maintains an export helpdesk with information on import restrictions of various products. Trade HelpDesk
In addition, please consult the European Union Country Commercial Guide for more information on import requirements and documentation in the EU.
Food and Agriculture Import Requirements
To the extent that European Union food laws have been harmonized, Greece’s food laws and regulations follow European Union rules.
In Greece, food safety is the primary responsibility of the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food in cooperation with the General Chemical State Laboratory of Greece and the Ministry of Citizen Protection. Occasionally, the Greek Ministry for Development and Commerce may play a role. The Greek Food Safety Authority (EFET) is responsible for enforcing the regulations and collecting samples from selling points to check compliance with food legislation, both to ensure food safety and protect consumer health in accordance with EU Directive 89/397.
Please see FAS Greece GAIN Report IT1586 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards for a complete overview of Greek and EU requirements and GAIN Report IT1553 Greece Exporter Guide written for U.S. companies interested in doing business in Greece.
Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.
In addition, please consult the European Union Country Commercial Guide for more information on import requirements and documentation in the EU.
Food and Agriculture Import Requirements
To the extent that European Union food laws have been harmonized, Greece’s food laws and regulations follow European Union rules.
In Greece, food safety is the primary responsibility of the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food in cooperation with the General Chemical State Laboratory of Greece and the Ministry of Citizen Protection. Occasionally, the Greek Ministry for Development and Commerce may play a role. The Greek Food Safety Authority (EFET) is responsible for enforcing the regulations and collecting samples from selling points to check compliance with food legislation, both to ensure food safety and protect consumer health in accordance with EU Directive 89/397.
Please see FAS Greece GAIN Report IT1586 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards for a complete overview of Greek and EU requirements and GAIN Report IT1553 Greece Exporter Guide written for U.S. companies interested in doing business in Greece.
Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.