Translation requirements for the Greece Working Holiday Visa

Written by Volare | May 28, 2026

When preparing your consular file to travel to the Mediterranean, the correct linguistic presentation of your papers is decisive. Below, we detail the legalization regulations and translation exemptions to apply for this exchange program.

Linguistic exemption by nationality

The general translation rule applies highly favorably for the eligible nationalities under the bilateral agreements: Australia and Canada. On a technical level, the consular section of the Hellenic Republic directly accepts supporting documents that are written entirely in Greek or in English. This means that an additional official translation is not required if your original certificates (such as criminal records, bank statements, or medical certificates) are issued by your country of origin in the English language. This bureaucratic advantage greatly speeds up the preparation of your file, saving you time and financial resources in the document collection stage.

Validation for third languages

In the exceptional case that any legal or supporting document is issued in a third language other than English or Greek, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece does require a mandatory sworn translation.

For this translation to have legal validity before the embassy, it must mandatorily bear the seal and signature of a translator authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country of origin or, failing that, be officially validated by Greek consular services abroad. This linguistic normalization procedure is fundamental so that the visa office can verify the documentary authenticity, tracking the international registration codes without suffering interruptions due to language barriers. Submitting your folder respecting these parameters ensures an agile review, bringing you closer to your goal of enjoying the rich cultural, labor, and academic offer that the European country has to offer.

To ensure you have the appropriate support and the most detailed information at every step of your application, we recommend consulting the complete guide on Volare's Greece Working Holiday Visa (WHV).