
14 Feb 2011
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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I shipped my bike with Salamis Shipping Lines from Haifa to Lavrio (approx 40kms from Athens) last month. I waited for the ship to moor, rode my bike off, parked at the shipping agents office, walked the 300m to the customs office. If I had insurance, the bike would have been cleared in 30 mins. Customs in Lavrio could only issue a 3 day permit but directed me to customs in Pireas for an extension. The customs officer in Pireas gave me a slice of cake (some party going on ) and issued the extension within 15 minutes.
The Greeks are friendly and helpful, and the system is simple. Most of them also speak English
Hope this helps. Cheers
Ps. Keep you eye on the rearview mirror for those scooters ………the Greeks are maniacs on those things
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Jo’burg to Cairo (And a bit further): KLR 650
Southern Africa (And still going strong): XT660Z Yamaha
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