The Embassy of Australia in Athens is the official diplomatic representation of Australia in Greece, providing consular services for Australian nationals residing in or travelling through Greece.
Contact Details
| Address | 5 Hatziyianni Mexi Street, 11528 Athens, Greece |
| Telephone | +30 210 870 40 00 |
| Fax | +30 210 870 41 11 |
| ae.athens@dfat.gov.au | |
| Website | www.greece.embassy.gov.au |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Mrs. Alison Duncan, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | by appointment |
| Tuesday | by appointment |
| Wednesday | by appointment |
| Thursday | by appointment |
| Friday | by appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may very on public holidays or due to special circumstances. We recommend confirming before you visit.
Location of the Embassy
Use the map above to plan your visit. Public transport connections and parking availability may vary.
The embassy and its network in Greece
According to the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Australia is represented by Ambassador Alison Joy Duncan.
Documents checklist
What Australian citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Australian government information:
Renewing an Australian passport overseas
- Complete the online form in the application portal (then print it) or get a pre-filled paper form from the embassy
- Eligible if your passport was issued when you were 16+, on or after 1 January 2006 with at least 2 years’ validity, shows your current details and was not reported lost or stolen
- Lodge the application in person at an Australian embassy or consulate – check whether an appointment is needed
- Bring the completed form, passport photos, your current passport and original identity documents, and pay the fee
- Allow at least 6 weeks; urgent travel: emergency passport (valid up to one year, no chip)
Sources: Australian Passport Office – applying outside Australia, Australian Passport Office – emergency passport (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Other consulates and embassies in Greece
131 other countries are represented in Greece, among them: Austria (embassy), Austria (honorary), Azerbaijan (embassy), Bahamas (honorary), Bangladesh (embassy), Belgium (embassy), Belize (honorary), Bosnia and Herzegovina (embassy), Botswana (honorary), Brazil (embassy), Bulgaria (embassy), Canada (embassy), Chad (honorary), Chile (embassy), China (embassy), Colombia (honorary), Croatia (embassy), Côte d’Ivoire (honorary), Democratic Republic of the Congo (embassy), Republic of the Congo (honorary). The full list of all 132 missions is on the overview page for Greece.
Closing days
Like most offices in Greece, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Clean Monday, Orthodox Easter (Good Friday to Easter Monday), the Assumption (15 August) and Christmas. On the Australian national day (26 January) the office is usually closed or holds a reception.
Emergency assistance
In Greece, the emergency number is 112 (police 100, ambulance 166, fire service 199; tourist police 1571). Greek citizens who need help in Australia should contact the Greek embassy accredited to the country (listed on mfa.gr).
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Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corps Diplomatique (17 September 2026), Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs – visas for Greeks travelling abroad (in Greek), www.greece.embassy.gov.au. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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