🇬🇷 Jobs in Greece for Nepali Workers
Greece offers seasonal and year-round work in hospitality and agriculture across the mainland and islands.
Working in Greece — what you need to know
Greece's combination of Mediterranean tourism, island hospitality, and agricultural production creates year-round demand for Nepali workers. The main hospitality season (May–October) employs hotel, restaurant and resort staff across the Aegean and Ionian islands — Santorini, Mykonos, Corfu and Crete are major employers. Year-round agricultural work in the Peloponnese (olives, oranges, strawberries), Thessaly (cotton, cereals) and Crete employs pickers, packers and greenhouse workers. Athens and Thessaloniki have growing Nepali communities.
Why Nepali workers choose Greece
Mediterranean climate with seasonal hospitality contracts on islands
Year-round demand in agriculture and tourism
EU + Schengen — full European mobility
Lower cost of living than Western Europe
Savings potential
Seasonal island workers typically receive accommodation and meals — savings of EUR 350–600/month (NPR 51,000–87,000) possible in peak season. Year-round agricultural workers in the Peloponnese save EUR 250–400/month after food and rent.
Industries recruiting Nepali workers in Greece
Greece's economy creates consistent demand across 3 sectors well-suited to Nepali workers' skill profiles. Below are the most active hiring sectors and, where available, the most-recruited roles through Glocal Workforce Nepal.
Step-by-step: Nepal to Greece
Greece deployment takes 45–65 days: employer-sponsored work permit via OAED (Greek Employment Agency), DOFE Nepal pre-approval, medical, Greek Embassy in New Delhi processes visa (15–25 days), and PDO.
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Apply and sign contract
Select a vacancy on this site or through our Kathmandu office and sign the attested employment contract with your Greece employer. Our counsellor reviews every contract before you sign.
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DOFE pre-approval
We submit your demand letter, employment contract, employer verification and worker list to the Department of Foreign Employment (DOFE) for Government of Nepal pre-approval. Standard processing: 7–10 working days.
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Medical, trade test & visa
GAMCA-approved or destination-approved medical examination. Trade test if the role requires it (welding, driving, electrician, etc.). Embassy attestation and visa stamping at the Greece Embassy in Kathmandu or New Delhi.
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PDO, Labour Permit & depart
Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) — covering your rights, emergency contacts, remittance, and daily life in Greece. DOFE issues your Labour Permit. Glocal Workforce Nepal accompanies you to TIA for departure.
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Average monthly earnings in Greece
| Role | Local currency / month (EUR) | NPR / month (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Farming & Agriculture | — (EUR) | NPR 85,000 – 170,000 |
Salary ranges are gross monthly figures based on Glocal Workforce Nepal's placement data and quarterly DOFE benchmarks. Actual take-home depends on tax, social insurance, and employer deductions.
Personalised salary calculatorHow much does it cost to live in Greece?
Understanding your expenses is as important as your salary. Below is an estimate of typical monthly costs in Greece based on our workers' feedback and local data. Many employers provide accommodation and food — significantly reducing these figures.
Worker rights and legal protections in Greece
Labour law protections
Greece enforces EU labour law. The Hellenic Labour Inspectorate (SEPE) investigates violations. Workers receive written contracts, 20 days paid leave, overtime premium, and social insurance (EFKA).
Seasonal agricultural workers have a specific regime with accommodation and transport obligations for employers. The Nepal Embassy in Athens provides consular services.
Nepal Embassy & emergency contacts
The Embassy of Nepal in Greece provides consular services, emergency repatriation, contract-dispute mediation, and passport renewal for Nepali nationals abroad. Our workers receive the embassy emergency number in their pre-departure kit.
Glocal Workforce Nepal also maintains an in-country contact for Greece who can assist with routine issues (accommodation, salary delay) before escalating to official channels.
Full embassy directoryNepali community in Greece
Greece's Nepali community numbers approximately 5,000–8,000, with hubs in Athens (Omonia and Psirri), Thessaloniki and the Peloponnese. Community associations are active around Dashain. Remittance uses Wise and Greek bank Piraeus SEPA/SWIFT.
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Compare destinationsCommon questions about working in Greece
Is it safe for Nepali workers to go to Greece?+
Yes — provided you go through a DOFE-approved agency like Glocal Workforce Nepal. Your contract must be attested by both governments, your Labour Permit issued before departure, and you must attend the Pre-Departure Orientation. Avoid anyone offering free-visa or free-ticket deals without DOFE registration — these are the primary fraud vector.
What type of visa do Nepali workers need for Greece?+
The standard visa type is the Work Visa. Your employer initiates the visa process by submitting a demand letter to the relevant authority in Greece. Glocal Workforce Nepal handles the embassy attestation and visa stamping after DOFE pre-approval.
How much does it cost to go to Greece from Nepal?+
Total deployment cost depends on the destination and role. All legitimate costs are within DOFE-approved limits: typically NPR 70,000–150,000 covering agency fee, medical examination, DOFE service charge, visa fee, and pre-departure orientation. Use our DOFE Fee Estimator for an itemised breakdown, or contact us directly for a quote.
What documents are required to work in Greece?+
Standard requirements are: valid passport (minimum 6 months remaining validity beyond your contract end), recent passport photos (4 copies), academic/trade-test certificates, CV, and GAMCA-approved medical fitness certificate. We provide a country-specific checklist when you are shortlisted.
How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Greece?+
The flight from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu to Greece is approximately 10 hours. Typically connects via Doha, Dubai or Delhi — total travel time including transit is 12–18 hours.
Can I change my employer in Greece after arriving?+
EU worker-mobility rules generally allow job changes after completing the work permit's initial term. Your Single Permit or Employee Card remains valid for the duration and can be transferred to a new employer in many cases — check country-specific rules with our counsellors.
How do I send money home from Greece?+
Major remittance channels available in Greece include IME, Prabhu, Western Union, and MoneyGram, all supporting direct NPR transfers to Nepali bank accounts. European workers can use Wise (TransferWise) or Revolut for competitive rates. NRNA (Non-Resident Nepali Association) in Greece can advise on the best local options.
Ready to work in Greece?
Submit your CV today. Our recruitment team will match you to suitable openings in Greeceand walk you through the entire DOFE-to-departure process — at no hidden cost.