An extension was granted for the implementation of the measure “mobile pharmacy” promoted by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport.
The new deadline is set for January 1, 2027, as thousands of drivers have not yet had time to adapt to the new specifications of the European standard DIN 13164/2022.
All motor vehicles, except for motorcycles, operating within Greek territory are required to carry a first-aid kit containing medical supplies, suitable for immediate use in the event of an accident or emergency.
The first aid supplies must be within their expiration date, in good condition, and bear the CE marking in accordance with the EU Medical Devices Regulation.
Fines
In case of non-compliance, violators are punished in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 25 of Article 85 of the Highway Code (Law 5209/2025), namely a fine of 30 euros.
What it must contain
• Rescue Blanket (Isothermal) (Min. dimensions: 210 x 160 cm – Metallized)
• Roll of Adhesive Tape (White) (DIN 13019-A, 5m x 2.5cm)
• Set of Adhesive Bandages (DIN 13019-E, 14 pieces of various sizes)
• Sterile Individual Bandage (Small) (DIN 13151-K, approx. 6 x 8 cm)
• Sterile Individual Bandage (Medium) (DIN 13151-M, approx. 8 x 10 cm)
• Sterile Individual Bandage (Large) (DIN 13151-G, approx. 10 x 12 cm)
• Sterile Burn Dressing/Gauze (DIN 13152-BR, 60 x 80 cm)
• Wound Dressings (Compresses) (10 x 10 cm, pairs)
• Elastic Fixation Bandage (Narrow) (DIN 61634-FB, 6 cm x 4 m)
• Elastic Fixation Bandage (Wide) (DIN 61634-FB, 8 cm x 4 m)
• Triangular Suspension Bandage (DIN 13168-D, 96 x 96 x 136 cm)
• First Aid Scissors (DIN 58279-A 145, atraumatic)
• Disposable Gloves (Medical) (DIN EN 455, vinyl/nitrile, large)
• Wet Skin Cleansing Wipes
• Medical Face Mask (Type IIR or FFP2)
• First Aid Instructions
See HEREfor the decision.
