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| Speed Limit on Open Roads | |
| Speed limit in Towns | |
| Alcohol Limit | - For drivers who have held a valid driving licence for up to 2 years, the alcohol limit is 0.10mg
- For drivers who have held a valid driving licence for more than 2 years the alcohol limit is 0.25mg
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| Road Tolls | - Two selected roads called Ethniki Odos, the National Road, operate tolls, which vary and must be paid in cash
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| Use of Mobile Phone Whilst Driving | - It is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving in Greece
- Drivers using a mobile phone can be stopped and issued with a fine
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| On the Spot Fines | - Fines should be paid to the public treasury, not to a police officer
- An official receipt should be issued
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| Seat Belts | - It is compulsory for front and rear seated passengers to wear seat belts
- Children under 10 years must not sit in the front seat
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| Traffic Light Regulations | - When approaching traffic signals which turn red, it is advisable to check the rear view mirror as often locals will accelerate and attempt to go through the light
- Similarly, when the lights turn green it is advisable to exercise the same caution
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| Fuel | - Fuel stations are open all day
- Many stations accept credit cards
- Unleaded fuel is widely available
- Leaded regular octane 91 or 92 and super octane 98, unleaded regular octane 91 and super octane 95 or 98 and diesel are available
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| Parking Advice | - Specific car parks are maintained for motorists visiting Athens
- Local drivers are permitted to only park in metered spaces
- Parking within 3 metres of a fire hydrant or within 15 metres of a public transport stop is forbidden
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