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Hunting regulations and seasons in Greece and Cyprus

Overview

The Greek government established the fee structure and subscription costs for the 2026–2027 hunting season, including specific rates for EU and non-EU nationals and requirements for hunting federations to allocate at least half of their revenue to wildlife conservation.

Following these regulatory updates, hunting seasons commenced in Greece and Cyprus. In Kos, Greece, the season is scheduled to run from August 20, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with local clubs reporting a 10% to 15% increase in license renewals. In Cyprus, the summer season began on August 23, 2026, with specific regulations requiring hunters to use the Artemis Cy application to record harvests for wildlife management. The Cyprus Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Federation has issued safety warnings regarding high temperatures and fire risks.

In the Macedonia and Thrace regions of Greece, approximately 35,000 hunters are active across 63 local associations. Giannis Frangidis, a board member of the Macedonia-Thrace Hunting Federation, noted that the abundance of game in the Evros region and its Delta wetland attracts international hunters, suggesting potential for hunting tourism. The federation is currently prioritizing scientific population recordings, managing wild boar to protect crops, and assisting in wildfire prevention. Furthermore, recent legislative changes have permitted the reopening of certain burned areas for activity sooner than the previous five-year restriction.

Entities

Greek government · Macedonia-Thrace Hunting Federation · Artemis Cy · Evros · Hunting Club of Kos

Timeline

  1. 21 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Macedonia and Thrace launch new hunting season with 35,000 hunters

    The hunting season has begun in Macedonia and Thrace, Greece, with 35,000 hunters participating. Efforts focus on wildlife recording, crop protection, and promoting hunting tourism in the Evros Delta.

  2. 28 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Hunting seasons commence in Greece and Cyprus

    New hunting seasons are starting in Greece and Cyprus, with Kos reporting increased membership and Cyprus implementing mandatory harvest recording via the Artemis Cy app.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Greek Government Sets Hunting License Fees for 2026‑2027

    Greece announced 2026‑27 hunting licence fees: €1 local, €21 regional, €51 general, with extra charges for EU citizens and non‑EU nationals; annual subscription stays €96, funding wildlife projects.

Sources

aegeanews24.gr · cyclades24.gr · ertnews.gr · larissapress.gr · lesvosnews.net · politis.com.cy · thracenews.gr · ypaithros.gr

This summary has been updated 1 time: see revision history