Mandatory directionGreece
Traffic rules
Greece
1. Mandatory direction
A mandatory-direction sign requires drivers to travel only in the direction or one of the directions indicated by its arrow or arrows. It may require traffic to continue straight ahead, turn, or pass an obstacle on a specified side.
The sign does not itself determine priority or speed. Drivers must still use the appropriate lane, signal when required and give way according to local traffic signs and regulations.
What does a mandatory-direction sign require in Greece?
Where a compulsory-direction sign is installed in Greece, follow only the arrow direction or permitted combination of directions. The restriction applies at the location or movement it regulates; it is not an instruction to ignore other traffic controls.
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5256/2025 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5290/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5313/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5322/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, amendment Law5338/2026
Can I choose another turn if the mandatory-direction arrow is inconvenient in Greece?
No. Follow the compulsory direction that applies to your movement. Obey any overriding direction from an authorised traffic controller and plan a permitted alternative route if necessary; inconvenience does not authorise a prohibited turn.
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5256/2025 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5290/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5313/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5322/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, amendment Law5338/2026
Does a mandatory-direction sign give me priority over pedestrians in Greece?
No. It tells you which way to move, not who goes first. Check traffic lights, other priority signs, pedestrians and cyclists, and give way when required before completing the manoeuvre.
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5256/2025 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5290/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5313/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek Gazette, Law5322/2026 amendment
🔗 api.et.gr • Greek National Printing Office, amendment Law5338/2026
