Generally speaking, when a US citizen needs the help of the American Embassy, something went terribly wrong. The American Embassy in Athens and the Consulate General in Thessaloniki are meant to offer assistance to the US citizens living in Greece and those traveling to Greece.

The emergency services offered by the American Embassy include:

• assistance to US citizens arrested in Greece
• assistance to US citizens victims of crimes in Greece
• if a US citizen dies in Greece
• emergency transfer of funds
• access to list of lawyers and doctors
• replacement of lost or stolen passport

Other special consular services are provided, such as reporting birth abroad.

Emergency contact:

For after-hour emergencies (outside of normal working hours), call (0030)210-729-4301 or (0030)210-729-4444.

US Embassy in Athens

Address:
91 Vasilissis Sophias Avenue
101 60 Athens

American Citizens Services:
Phone:(0030)210-720-2419,2415, 2420, 2408
Fax: (0030)210-724-5313

American Embassy in Athens Official Website

Working hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5p.m. except on Greek and US holidays

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US Consulate General in Thessaloniki

Address:
43 Tsimiski street
Thessaloniki 54623

US Consulate General in Thessaloniki Official Website

Phone: (30) 2310 242 905
Fax: (30) 2310 242 927

Working hours:
Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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