Do EU citizens need a visa for Italy?

EU / Schengen: visa-free for unlimited.

Reviewed 2026-07-01

Italy visa & entry requirements

Everything you need to know before you fly to Italy — visa rules by passport, passport validity, entry stamp process and where to apply if you need a visa.

Do I need a visa?

Passport	Status	Max stay	Notes
EU / Schengen	Visa-free	unlimited	Freedom of movement.
United States	ETA / ETIAS	90 days per 180	ETIAS required from 2026.
United Kingdom	ETA / ETIAS	90 days per 180	ETIAS required from 2026.
Canada	ETA / ETIAS	90 days per 180	ETIAS required from 2026.
Australia / NZ	ETA / ETIAS	90 days per 180	ETIAS required from 2026.

Different passport? Check the official source below — visa rules change frequently.

Passport validity

Valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area.

Entry stamp process

Schengen entry stamp. EES (Entry/Exit System) fingerprints being rolled out — expect longer queues in 2026.

Entry checklist

Passport with 3+ months validity beyond exit date.
Proof of accommodation + return ticket (rarely checked at Schengen borders).
Travel insurance recommended (mandatory for some Schengen visa applicants).
From 2026: ETIAS pre-registration for visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, CA, AU) — €7, 3-year validity.

Currency

Euro (EUR). Cards widely accepted; carry €50–100 cash for small trattorie.

Timezone

CET / CEST (UTC+1/+2). DST last Sunday of March–October.

Emergency number

112 (all-in-one EU emergency number)