New Greek Traffic Code (KOK): Changes to 30 km/h Speed Limits, Fines and Exams
Discover the key updates in the Greek Traffic Code (30 km/h urban speed limit, stricter mobile phone and alcohol penalties) and learn how they compare to the Ministry exam grading key.
Key takeaways at a glance
- The updated Greek Traffic Code introduces a 30 km/h default limit on local residential streets (remaining 50 km/h on multi-lane or divided urban arteries).
- However, on the official Ministry computer exam, questions #369 and #841 are still graded using the legacy 50 km/h answer key.
- Penalties now target the driver directly (fines and driving licence suspension) rather than removing the vehicle’s registration plates in most standard offences.
1. The 4 major updates in the Greek Traffic Code (KOK)
Reforms to the Greek Traffic Code focus on reducing urban accidents and penalising high-risk behaviour such as mobile phone use while driving, drink-driving, and running red lights or STOP signs.
- 30 km/h residential limit: Local urban streets default to 30 km/h unless they are multi-lane or divided avenues where 50 km/h applies.
- Driver-focused penalties: Standard violations penalise the offending driver’s licence rather than confiscating the family car’s number plates.
- Mobile phone enforcement: Escalating fines and licence suspensions for repeat offences.
- Seatbelt and helmet enforcement: Strict liability for both drivers and passengers.
2. Current Greek law vs the Ministry exam computer key
As an exam candidate, you need to know both what applies on the road today and what the Ministry touchscreen computer expects to see. SmartKOK flags all 14 questions where the exam key predates recent amendments:
| Topic | What to Select on the Ministry Exam | What Current Greek Law States |
|---|---|---|
| Built-up area speed limit (#369, #841) | 50 km/h | 30 km/h on local residential streets, 50 km/h on specified multi-lane or divided roads |
| Minimum vehicle speed capability for motorways (#642) | 50 km/h | 70 km/h on a level road |
| Emergency phone numbers (#695) | 166, 199 or 100 | 112 (European emergency number) alongside 100, 166 and 199 |
| Fitting 2 new tyres (#728) | Two front wheels | Rear axle for wet-weather stability |
| General traffic penalties (#783) | Fines, imprisonment, disqualification, taking away number plates | Administrative fines and licence removal (plates removed only in specific exceptions) |
3. How SmartKOK Study Mode protects your score
Whenever you practice in SmartKOK Study Mode and encounter one of these 14 questions, the simulator highlights the exact Ministry exam answer first and displays the current-law note underneath so you never confuse the two.
Frequently asked questions
Has the Ministry replaced the 825 exam questions yet?
Until the regional transport centers roll out a new examination database, tests continue to draw from the 825-question bank using its established grading key.
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