New charges on Greek territory

As more and more tourists flock to different destinations, cities and some countries have introduced entry fees. Cruise ship fees are no exception, and Greece has now come up with such fees.

From 21 July 2025, as part of the promotion of sustainable tourism, a new port charge per person will be introduced. The aim of this measure is to contribute to the improvement of local infrastructure, the protection of cultural heritage sites and the overall improvement of visitor services.

How does the fee payment work?

• No need to worry - MSC Cruises will pay the fee directly to the Greek authorities on your behalf

• the amount will be credited to your ship's account the day before you visit the relevant Greek port

• if you choose not to disembark, the fee will be automatically debited from your account within 24 hours

Fees per person (depending on season and port):

21. 7. - 30. 9. 2025

- 20 EUR - Mykonos and Santorini

- 5 EUR - other Greek ports

1. 10. - 31. 10. 2025 a 1. 4. - 31. 5. 2026.

- 12 EUR - Mykonos and Santorini

- 3 EUR - other Greek ports

1. 11. 2025 - 31. 3. 2026

- 4 EUR - Mykonos and Santorini

- 1 EUR - other Greek ports

This fee applies to all guests regardless of age and is automatically charged to all tourists visiting Greece - it is therefore not set or influenced by MSC Cruises or our tour operator.

The fees will affect this year's 823, 866, 831 and 863 delegate cruises. In addition, then individual cruises to the Greek islands from 21 July 2025.