Heads up if you’re in Greece without papers, things are changing fast. Greek Migration Minister Makis Voridis just announced a major shift: the country will scrap the rule that allowed irregular migrants to apply for residency after seven years. “If you’re here illegally, you’ll never be legalized,” Voridis warned.
A new draft law introduces prison terms up to five years for illegal entry and stay. Despite a 30% drop in migration to Greece in 2025, new smuggling routes are still active. With over 74,000 arrests and just 2,500 deportations, Greece is tightening up. What do you think, is this the right way to handle irregular migration, or a step too far?
