Close Protection · Greece

Bodyguard in Athens


Executive protection & the gateway to the islands.
Capital of Greece

Where business meets the Aegean.

Athens is the political and commercial heart of Greece and the principal gateway to the Cyclades and the Ionian. It combines a dense historic centre, a thriving business district and the coastal luxury of the Athenian Riviera.

From the boardrooms of the city centre to the residences of Kifissia and the seafront of Vouliagmeni, Glyfada and the Astir peninsula, Algoz coordinates protection for executives and principals moving between the capital and the islands.

Key Security Risks in Athens

Wealth, visible and exposed.

Business

Executive Movement

Principals moving between meetings, hotels and the financial district on tight schedules.

Transit

Port & Airport Transfers

High-traffic transfers through Athens Airport and the ports of Piraeus and Rafina.

Residential

Residential Exposure

Villas and residences in Kifissia and along the Riviera requiring discreet coverage.

Islands

Island Transfer Logistics

Onward movement to the Cyclades by ferry, charter or helicopter.

Unrest

Public Demonstrations

Periodic demonstrations in the central districts that can restrict movement.

Theft

Tourist-Zone Crime

Pickpocketing and opportunistic theft around major landmarks and transit hubs.

Bodyguard Services in Athens

The whole city, covered.

CPOs

Greek-Licensed Officers

Discreet operatives compliant with Greek private-security law, fluent in Greek and English.

Transport

Executive Transport

Secure, chauffeured movement across the capital and the Riviera.

Residential

Residential Security

Coverage for villas and residences in Kifissia, Vouliagmeni and Glyfada.

Islands

Island Transfer Coordination

Seamless onward security to Mykonos, Santorini and the wider Cyclades.

Arrivals

Airport & Port VIP

Fast-track arrivals and discreet handling at Athens Airport and Piraeus.

Excellence, Discreetly Delivered

"From the capital to the islands, one coordinated standard of protection - calm, discreet and entirely reliable."

Algoz Group - Athens
Hire a Bodyguard in Athens

Protection across Athens & the Riviera.

Tell us your itinerary, including any onward island travel, and we will coordinate protection end to end.

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Greek Licensing (Law 2518/1997)

Why protection in Athens must be licensed.

In Greece, private security is regulated under Law 2518/1997, with personnel and companies licensed and the Hellenic Police providing oversight. Private protection is unarmed.

Algoz coordinates protection in Athens exclusively through this licensed framework, with every operative licensed, NDA-bound and discreet. See how our close protection works, add concierge and secure transport, or extend across Mykonos and Santorini.

Indicative Investment

What protection in Athens costs.

As a guide, professional close protection in Greece and the islands is, in 2026, typically EUR 500–800 per day for a single principal on twelve-hour cover, with the final rate confirmed on enquiry and no obligation. Specialist profiles, armed or armoured requirements, short-notice mobilisation and peak season carry a premium. Read our full close protection pricing guide, how a security driver works, and how modern close protection is run.

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Important Legal Notice — Security & Close Protection

Algoz FZ-LLC (Trade License 5033995 | TRN 105119056700001) is licensed for Businessmen Services and Lifestyle Development Consultancy by RAKEZ. We do not directly provide armed or unarmed security, bodyguard or close-protection services. All operational execution is performed exclusively by licensed third-party partners holding the necessary local permits (e.g. private-security licensing under Greek Law 2518/1997, regulated by the Hellenic Police). We provide direct assistance and support in partnership with local regulated providers, complying with local laws. Clients are responsible for obtaining any required approvals. Armed services require a minimum 30-day lead time for authorisation, which may be refused. All activities comply with UAE laws and RAKEZ regulations.

Good to Know

Bodyguard in Athens - Frequently Asked Questions

Why use Algoz rather than hiring a local security agency in Athens directly?

Because vetting an unknown local security agency in Athens yourself is where the real risk lies. Standards, licensing and discipline vary widely between firms, and a principal cannot tell a properly licensed, reliable operator from an underqualified one until something goes wrong in the field, when it is already too late. Algoz knows the Athens market in Greece: we have already worked with these providers, vetted them and kept only the best. Engage us and we select the right team for your profile, brief them under NDA and supervise them closely against our own standard throughout - so you gain genuine local knowledge and full licensing without gambling on an untested agency. One accountable point of contact owns the outcome, and you are never left managing an unfamiliar vendor in a foreign city.

Is it legal to hire a bodyguard in Greece?

Yes. Greece regulates private security under Law 2518/1997, with Hellenic Police oversight and unarmed private details. Algoz coordinates only licensed Greek operatives under NDA.

Can you protect principals in Athens and en route to the islands?

Yes. Licensed officers and secure transport cover the city, airport transfers, yachts and onward island travel for visiting families, coordinated discreetly through one point of contact.

Can you coordinate onward travel to the islands?

Yes. Athens is our coordination hub for the Cyclades. We arrange continuous protection for onward travel to Mykonos, Santorini and other islands by ferry, charter or helicopter.

Do you cover the Athenian Riviera?

Yes. Our network extends across Vouliagmeni, Glyfada, Voula and the Astir peninsula, as well as the residential suburb of Kifissia.

Can you provide secure executive transport?

Yes. We provide discreet chauffeured transport with close-protection officers for executives moving between meetings, hotels and the airport.

Are your operatives licensed in Greece?

Yes. All operational execution is carried out by partners holding the required Greek private-security licensing, fluent in Greek and English.

Can the client choose the bodyguard they prefer?

In many cases, yes. Given sufficient notice, and provided the request can be accommodated without compromising safety, the client may select the profile of the operative, and in most engagements is offered this choice. It cannot, however, override our professional security assessment, which always takes precedence.