Demonstration Alert – U.S. Mission Greece

Location: Athens and locations throughout Greece

Event:  Public sector and private sector employees announced a 24-hour Panhellenic General Strike for April 6, 2022.  Demonstrations related to the strike are scheduled in Klafthmonos Square and Syntagma Square in Athens at 11:00am.  Additional demonstrations are expected in major cities throughout the day.

The following strikes are scheduled for Wednesday, April 6, 2022 (12:00am to 11:59pm), unless otherwise noted:

  • Ferry and boat employees will be on a 24-hour strike.
  • Athens Metro (Lines 2 & 3) will be on a 24-hour strike.
  • Athens Green Line Train (Line 1) will be on a 24-hour strike.
  • Trams will be on a 24-hour strike.
  • Trolleys will be on a 24-hour strike.
  • Buses will operate from 09:00 – 21:00.
  • Air Traffic Controllers Union will join the strike (timing TBD).

Other organizations may decide to join the 24-hour Panhellenic General Strike for April 6, 2022 without prior warning.  Please monitor www.apergia.gr and local media for last minute strike notifications.

Actions to Take:

  • Review your travel plans.
  • Contact your airline or travel company for assistance.
  • Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.
  • Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
  • Monitor local media for updates.
  • Keep a low profile.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Athens
+(30) 210-721-2951
AthensAmericanCitizenServices@state.gov
https://gr.usembassy.gov

U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki
+(30) 2310-376-300

State Department – Consular Affairs
(888) 407-4747 or (202) 501-4444

Greece Country Information

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