Greece launches digital age verification system to curb tobacco and alcohol sales to minors
March 19, 2026 by euronews.com
Greece launches digital age verification system to curb tobacco and alcohol sales to minors
Greece has introduced a new digital system to verify the age of customers purchasing tobacco and alcohol, aiming to better enforce existing laws banning sales to minors. The initiative is part of a broader government effort to close loopholes that previously allowed retailers to avoid responsibility when selling to underage individuals. The system is integrated into the country’s digital infrastructure and is inspired by EU standards for online age verification, making it one of the first real-world implementations of this approach in Europe. Authorities say it will simplify inspections and make it easier to impose fines on those who break the law. Overall, the move reflects a growing trend of using digital tools to strengthen public health policies and protect minors.
March 19, 2026 by greekcitytimes.com
Greece Cracks Down on Underage Tobacco and Alcohol Sales
Greece is intensifying efforts to combat the illegal sale of tobacco and alcohol to minors through …
27.50% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 2.4 million current smokers in Greece 32.50% of men are current smokers but only 22.80% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
