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Greek Islands Gate Visa Guide (2024)

Greek Islands Gate Visa 2024 Guide

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In these days when it is difficult to get a visa from time to time, there is a news that will refresh our hearts. 

 

Yes, we are talking about the Greek Islands 7-day visa application while you are at the islands. We think there is no traveler who does not rejoice when they receive the news. For this reason, if you plan to visit the neighbor during your summer vacation, we have a guide for Greek Islands visas. If you want to find answers to questions such as “How much is the gate visa fee, what are the conditions?”, “Which islands are considered in this scope?”, “Where are these beautiful islands?” and plan that holiday where you will travel with your gate visa let’s start!

 

Important note: Please be informed that the visa at the gate application is valid as of March 2024.

How Much Does Greece Gate Visa Cost?

Turkish citizens will be able to go to 10 Greek islands with a single entry for 7 days throughout the year by paying a visa fee of € 60 at the island enterance in 2024. With this visa, there is no need for a Schengen visa. Let’s take a look at the application details of this visa.

How to Apply for a Greece Gate Visa?

When you think of a visa at the gate, you can think of it as a type of visa that you can pay at the gate when you get there. However, you need to apply for this visa in advance. We recommend giving yourself 1 week.

 

In the summer of 2024, we have listed the conditions to go to the islands:

  • Burgundy passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Round-trip ferry ticket
    Hotel reservation
  • No TRNC visa stamp in the passport
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa application form
    3-month bank statement (if you are staying overnight)
  • €60 visa fee

After you apply and pay the visa fee, you can receive your visa approval electronically in a short time.

Which Islands to Visit with a Visa at the Gate: Islands You Can Visit with Greece Gate Visa

Turkish citizens and some foreign nationals with a residence permit in Turkey will be able to visit 10 islands by obtaining a Greek gate visa. You can find the Eastern Aegean Islands, which are very close to our shores, below.

  • Lesvos (Lesvos)
  • Chios (Chios)
  • Samos (Samos)
  • Patmos
  • Leros (Ileryoz)
  • Kalymnos
  • Kos (Kos Town)
  • Symi (Symi)
  • Rhodes
  • Meis (Kastellorizo)

 

The 10 Greek islands and ferry ports with visa at the gate are as follows:

  • Midilli (Lesvos): Ayvalık
  • Sakız (Chios): Çeşme
  • Sisam (Samos): Kuşadası
  • Patmos: Bodrum
  • Leros (İleryoz): Bodrum
  • Kalimnos: Bodrum
  • Kos (İstanköy): Bodrum, Turgutreis
  • Simi (Sömbeki): Bodrum, Datça
  • Rodos: Marmaris, Fethiye
  • Meis (Kastellorizo): Kaş

Now it is time to make suggestions on what can be done on these islands.

1.Midilli Island (Lesvos)

The name of the island is actually Lesvos. Although we call the island Lesvos, Lesvos is a city of the island. It is just opposite Ayvalık.

The activities we recommend you to do in Lesvos are as follows:

  • You can swim in the sea off the coast of Petra or Molivos.
  • You can taste ladotiri cheese in Mantamados.
  • If you only have the chance to visit one place, you can choose Molivos, which has a beautiful sea and streets.
  • The easiest way to reach Ayvalık is to fly to Edremit and transfer from there.

2.Sakız Island (Chios)

The Greek name of Chios, which you can reach with a ferry departing from Çeşme, is Chios. The reason why it is called Chios is obvious: Chios trees are spread all over the island.

The activities we recommend you to do in Chios are as follows:

  • Mesta, one of the most beautiful villages of the island. With its cobblestone and narrow labyrinthine streets, flowery and ivy-covered walls, it’s an Instagrammable medieval village. In short, you should definitely go to Mesta.
  • You can sunbathe and swim on the sandy beaches of Karfas.
  • You can stay in the citrus trees in Kambos.

The easiest way to reach this region is to fly to Izmir and transfer from there.

3.Sisam (Samos) Island

You can reach Samos Island, located just across the Dilek Peninsula, by ferry departing from Kuşadası.

The activities we recommend you to do in Samos Island are as follows:

  • Take a swim at Tsamadou Beach, also known as Navagos Beach. Actually Navagos is a paid beach at the end of Tsamadou. You can also spend time here if you wish. Alternatively, you can also choose Lemonakia Beach as an alternative to swim in the sea.
  • You can visit Manolates Village for an amazing Aegean view.

4.Patmos (Batnaz) Island

Patmos, a religiously sacred center for both Orthodox and Catholics, is located close to Bodrum.

The activities we recommend you to do on the island of Patmos are as follows:

  • St. John’s Monastery is worth seeing both for its view and for being a historical point. St. John’s Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Although it is difficult to reach, we recommend you to go to Psili Ammos Beach as a highly enjoyable beach. Alternatively, you can go to the calm Petra Beach for a crystal clear sea.
  • We recommend you to visit the souvenir shop named Tourlou, the handmade products will blow your mind.

5.Leros (İleryoz) Island

Leros is a small island off the coast of Bodrum and Didim. If you are not looking for a very popular place, give this place a chance. Because the food and atmosphere are great.

The activities we recommend you to do in Leros island are as follows:

  • We recommend you to eat at this beautiful spot of the island called Panteli or Pandeli. Here you will find a turquoise sea and delicious seafood.
  • You can swim at Blefoutis Beach, which is free of charge, and have fun at the venues in the evenings.
  • Dine at To Steki and enjoy the view. And of course the Greek music!

6.Kalimnos (Kelemez) Island

The opposite shore of Bodrum Turgutreis leads to Kalymnos. It is also one of the 12 islands and a popular destination among Turks.

Here are the activities we recommend you to do in Kalymnos island:

  • We recommend you to go to St Savvas Church and enjoy the wonderful view.
  • Visit the Ns Papachatzis Sponge Factory. It is both a museum, a workshop and a sales point. A lot of sponges are mined in the region. Honestly, we wouldn’t want you to leave without seeing this while you are here.
  • The Italian Road is a panoramic road that goes around the island of Kalymnos. Make sure you bring a hat and water with you to walk this road full of beautiful views.

7.Kos (İstanköy) Island

Kos Island, located opposite Bodrum, is known as the birthplace of Hippocrates. We can say that it is both a historical and natural stop.

The activities we recommend you to do on Kos Island are as follows:

  • We strongly recommend you to visit the ancient city of Asclepion, named after the god of health and fitness in Greek mythology.
  • If you are interested in the deep blue waters, you can swim in the sea at Lambi Beach.
  • Not without mentioning Hippocrates. You can also visit the plane tree called Hippocrates Tree.
    If you say “How to get to Kos Island?”, you can reach Kos Island by using the ferries departing from Bodrum center or Turgutreis.

8.Simi (Sömbeki) Island

Simi island is the neighbor of Bozburun Peninsula and Datça and the smallest of the 12 islands. It is one of the points that we can call a Greek island with its appearance. Some episodes of the TV series “Yabancı Groom” were filmed on this island. So we can call it Foreign Groom Island among ourselves, but let’s say that the name Simi comes from the wife of Poseidon, the god of the sea.

The activities we recommend you to do on the island of Symi are as follows:

  • Simi Roukouniotis Monastery is a must-visit historical point. You can stop by here to see the impressive paintings.
  • We strongly recommend you to eat Simi shrimp.
    The 375 steps staircase, Kali Strada, must also be climbed. Because it has a unique view.
  • You can also swim in Pedi Bay.

The easiest way to reach Symi island is to take the ferry from Datça or Bodrum.

9.Rodos Island

There is no one who does not know Rhodes. As the largest of the 12 islands, it is a beauty that winks at us on the opposite shore.

The activities we recommend you to do in Rhodes island are as follows:

  • You can go to St. Pauls Bay in Lindos and enjoy the sea.
  • You should definitely visit the historical city center. This is a must to enjoy Rhodes.
  • We also recommend you not to miss the Medieval Rose Festival. For detailed information, you can visit Medieval Rose Festival of Rhodes web page.

If you are wondering how to get to Rhodes, let us tell you: You can take advantage of the ferry services organized from Bodrum, Marmaris or Fethiye.

10.Meis Island

Meis is a small island on the opposite coast of Kaş. When you are in Kaş, you can come across radio frequencies, you can even see the lights of the island when you climb to a high place. It is a very small island, with a population not exceeding 500. If you wish, you can visit this place for a day.

The activities we recommend you to do on the island of Meis are as follows:

  • You can swim in the sea at Saint George Beach, a small islet.
  • You can rent a motorcycle and tour the island.
    You can enter the Blue Cave, a sea cave.
  • You can climb the castle for the view. We would like to say that there are 400 steps.

To get here, you need to reach Dalaman first and then take the ferry from Kaş.

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