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Italy

Italy rewards time in historic cities, local food markets and regional landscapes. Rome and Venice each deserve their own base rather than a sequence of rushed day trips.

Reviewed (UTC) 2026-09-07 · Official tourism resources ↗

Geographic reference · ItalyColosseum, RomeKnow the place. Plan the journey.
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Region
Europe
Country / territory code
IT / ITA
Calling prefix
+39
Entry options, clearly organised
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Passport and entry requirements

Ordinary passports · short tourist visits. Arrival cards, registration and other conditions may still apply. Routes separately recorded as ETA, eVisa or visa on arrival are not included in this list.

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Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.

IraqIQ · Asia Visa on arrival Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

IrelandIE · Europe Visa exemption Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

IsraelIL · Asia Visa exemption Recorded stay90 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

JamaicaJM · Americas Visa exemption Recorded stay90 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

JapanJP · Asia Visa exemption Recorded stay90 days Official-source summary2026-09-07+

Conditions and important exceptions

Tourism with an ordinary passport only. No paid work. Border admission and other entry conditions still apply. Read all nationality-specific notes on the official page before booking.

Application steps and guide

Open the official source → read the passport-specific note → confirm the permitted activity and duration → verify passport validity and supporting documents → check again before departure.

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JordanJO · Asia Visa on arrival Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KazakhstanKZ · Asia Visa exemption Recorded stay30 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KenyaKE · Africa Travel authorisation required Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KiribatiKI · Oceania Visa exemption Recorded stay90 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KosovoXK · Europe Visa exemption Recorded stay90 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KuwaitKW · Asia Visa on arrival Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

KyrgyzstanKG · Asia Visa exemption Recorded stay60 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LaosLA · Asia Visa on arrival Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LatviaLV · Europe Visa exemption Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Official-source summary2026-09-07+

Conditions and important exceptions

EU/EEA/Swiss free-movement category, not the third-country 90/180-day allowance. A valid national identity card or passport is normally needed. Stays beyond three months may have registration or residence conditions. This summary concerns a short visit, not a work or settlement assessment.

Application steps and guide

For a visa application, use the consulate of the sole or main destination; for equal-length visits, check the first-entry rule. Consult the destination authority for the document checklist and appointments. Count earlier Schengen visits as well. Official visa policy: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en ; ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en .

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LebanonLB · Asia Visa on arrival Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LesothoLS · Africa Visa exemption Recorded stay14 days Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LiberiaLR · Africa Visa required Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LibyaLY · Africa Electronic visa Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Reference snapshot2026-06-14+

Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

LiechtensteinLI · Europe Visa exemption Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Official-source summary2026-09-07+

Conditions and important exceptions

EU/EEA/Swiss free-movement category, not the third-country 90/180-day allowance. A valid national identity card or passport is normally needed. Stays beyond three months may have registration or residence conditions. This summary concerns a short visit, not a work or settlement assessment.

Application steps and guide

For a visa application, use the consulate of the sole or main destination; for equal-length visits, check the first-entry rule. Consult the destination authority for the document checklist and appointments. Count earlier Schengen visits as well. Official visa policy: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en ; ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en .

Effective from
Not stated in the source
Policy end date
Not stated in the source
Reviewed (UTC)
2026-09-07
LithuaniaLT · Europe Visa exemption Recorded stayDuration not specified in source Official-source summary2026-09-07+

Conditions and important exceptions

EU/EEA/Swiss free-movement category, not the third-country 90/180-day allowance. A valid national identity card or passport is normally needed. Stays beyond three months may have registration or residence conditions. This summary concerns a short visit, not a work or settlement assessment.

Application steps and guide

For a visa application, use the consulate of the sole or main destination; for equal-length visits, check the first-entry rule. Consult the destination authority for the document checklist and appointments. Count earlier Schengen visits as well. Official visa policy: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en ; ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en .

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Policy end date
Not stated in the source
Reviewed (UTC)
2026-09-07
Sources and coverage

Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.

Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.

Reference information: Passport Index. Policy dates and official checks are shown separately.

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Places worth exploring

Colosseum, Rome
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Colosseum, Rome

Choose the exact archaeological areas included in your visit. Check the official reservation and entry conditions, as different tickets may cover different routes.

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Rialto Bridge, Venice
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Rialto Bridge, Venice

Use the bridge as part of a walking route along the Grand Canal area. Keep passageways clear and plan luggage transfers separately from sightseeing walks.

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Eat, stay & get around

What to eat

Ideas to try: regional pasta, pizza and market produce. Start with a small selection, check the menu price and explain any dietary needs before ordering.

Tea, coffee & drinks

Look for espresso and cappuccino. Ask about sweetness, milk and serving size; keep drinking-water arrangements separate from tasting local drinks.

Where to stay

Areas to compare: Rome: near useful metro or bus routes; Venice: check luggage access from the arrival station. Check the exact address, walking access, room size, cancellation terms and late-arrival procedure before paying.

Getting around

Rail links suit many city-to-city journeys. In Venice, plan walking and water transport with your luggage; in Rome, check the final approach to each timed-entry attraction.

Season & weather planning

Choose the season for your specific region, not the destination name alone. Recheck local forecasts, closures and public-holiday demand shortly before departure; keep one indoor or low-effort alternative.

Practical reminders

Save the official visitor and transport links offline before going out. Carry the documents needed for your trip securely, respect worship and residential spaces, and verify any requested payment through the official provider.

A suggested route

Start with one base and one main attraction per day. The places above are separate ideas, not a timed package: check the map and reserve transfer time before combining them. Leave the final day flexible for weather or transport changes.

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Your next planning steps

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At a glance · Geographic reference

Italy is listed in Europe. Its ISO travel-directory codes are IT / ITA. Geographic neighbours in the reference dataset include Austria · France · San Marino · Slovenia · Switzerland · Vatican City. The international calling prefix is +39.

Reference facts, not a reviewed travel advisory. Maps are schematic; borders and entry permissions must be checked separately.

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