Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter): requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
Νόμος 4961/2022: Αναδυόμενες τεχνολογίες πληροφορικής και επικοινωνιών, ενίσχυση της ψηφιακής διακυβέρνησης και άλλες διατάξεις
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In brief
Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) is a binding act of Greece, issued by Hellenic Parliament. It has been in force since 27 July 2022. Public-sector bodies deploying AI in Greece and medium/large private employers using AI in employment; complements the EU AI Act.
- Jurisdiction
- Greece
- Instrument type
- Act / statute
- Status
- In force
- Legal force
- Binding
- Issuing body
- Hellenic Parliament
- Adopted
- 21 July 2022
- Published
- 27 July 2022
- In force
- 27 July 2022
- Official source
- Law 4961/2022
- Verification
- Verified against the official source 26 Sep 2026
What is Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter)?
Law 4961/2022, published in July 2022, contains a chapter on artificial intelligence: public-sector bodies must carry out an algorithmic impact assessment and publish information before deploying AI systems that affect people, keep a register of AI systems, and ensure the Hellenic Data Protection Authority's oversight; medium and large private companies must inform workers about AI systems used in employment decisions and maintain an ethical-use policy. It also regulates IoT, 3D printing, blockchain and unmanned aircraft.
Who does it apply to?
Public-sector bodies deploying AI in Greece and medium/large private employers using AI in employment; complements the EU AI Act.
- AI use cases
- AI in hiring and employmentAI in public services
- AI system types
- Automated decision-making system
When do the requirements apply?
2022-07-27: publication in the Government Gazette (A' 146).
Dates are taken from the linked official source; a reviewer should confirm in-force and application dates before relying on them.
Official sources
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Law 4961/2022
Ministry of Digital Governance · 27 Jul 2022 · Tier 1 source
Cite this record
AIPolicyTracker (2026). “Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter)” [AIPT-POL-0082, record version 1, verified 26 September 2026 by Bhaskar Bhatt]. https://aipolicytracker.org/id/AIPT-POL-0082 (accessed 4 November 2026). Data licensed CC BY 4.0.
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Cite the official text alongside it: Law 4961/2022, Ministry of Digital Governance, https://mindigital.gr/.
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urldate = {2026-11-04},
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Record version 1: Added in the September 2026 global coverage expansion from the official source listed; reviewer to confirm dates, status and scope against the source text. Every earlier wording is in the GitHub repository.
Frequently asked questions
Is Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) in force?
Yes. Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) is in force since 27 July 2022.
Is Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) legally binding?
Yes. Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) is a binding act / statute; the obligations it creates are legal requirements for the actors it covers.
Who does Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) apply to?
Public-sector bodies deploying AI in Greece and medium/large private employers using AI in employment; complements the EU AI Act.
When does Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter) apply?
2022-07-27: publication in the Government Gazette (A' 146).
Where is the official text of Law 4961/2022 (emerging technologies, AI chapter)?
The official text is published by Ministry of Digital Governance at https://mindigital.gr/ (Law 4961/2022). This record links to it and is checked against it.
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