Italy

When traveling the world, Italian citizens must apply for a visa in person, an eVisa, an ETA, a Visa on Arrival (VOA), or travel free to specific destinations.

Italian citizens can apply for an eVisa and ETA  for 46 countries. Both the eVisa and ETA can be applied online. 

VOA is available for five (5) countries. For sticker/stamped visas, Italian citizens need to visit the respective countries’ embassy or consulate. There may be appointments available online before arriving at the embassy or consulate, depending on the specific country’s policy.

For Italian nationals, the simple entry requirement to travel to a country with or without a visa is to have a valid passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the entry date. 

With a passport ranking of 3rd globally, Italian passport holders can visit 125 countries without a visa. 

The requirements for a visa vary from country to country. The best course of action is to check out the visa requirements for the specific country before the application procedure.

The eVisa is a digital visa that is issued online. You can apply for the visa online without visiting the destination country’s embassy or consulate. It can be stored on your smartphone or printed on paper and presented at the airport. 

ETA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a travel permit that allows you to travel to the destination country without applying for a visa prior to your visit. Upon arrival in the country, you can get your visa directly from the immigration authorities. 

ETA can also be applied online, just like an eVisa. It will also be delivered to your email. While you can travel with your eVisa anytime you want, an ETA has a specific timeframe. You must approach the destination country’s immigration within that time to secure your visa. 

If the timeframe is exceeded, your ETA won’t be valid anymore, and you will have to apply for a new one. 

Here is a list of countries that offer an eVisa and ETA for Italian citizens:

Visa on Arrival (VoA) is a type of visa that permits travelers to apply for and get a visa upon arriving at the airport or border of the destination country.

Since immigration authorities may change VoA policies from time to time, it is advisable to check the most up-to-date regulations of your destination country before you travel.

The following countries currently offer a Visa on Arrival for Italian citizens:

As Italy’s passport ranks 3rd worldwide, citizens can visit 125 countries visa-free.

Here is a list of countries Italian citizens can visit visa-free:

Italian citizens are required to apply for a sticker visa before traveling to 16 countries worldwide. The visa application process can be completed either online or offline.

In some cases, the online visa application does not require a visit to the embassy. Simply fill out the online visa application and send your passport by post, and you will receive the visa. This depends on the visa policies of the destination country.

For offline applications, you must visit the embassy or consulate of the respective country in person to submit your documents, completed visa application form, and passport.

Additionally, the validity period of the visa depends on the type of visa and the purpose of travel. It is essential to review the specific requirements for the visa you intend to apply for before beginning the application process.

Here is the list of countries that require a visa from Italian citizens:

Italian citizens can enjoy visa-free transit while traveling through the following countries. The visa-free transit period differs for each country, so we recommend you check with the respective countries’ immigration before your transit.

Some general visa requirements are the same in every country. Italian citizens traveling abroad must fulfill the requirements stated below:

• Valid Passport: A valid Italian passport with at least six (6) months of validity remaining from the date of entry to the destination country. 
• Visa Application: A completed visa application form that needs to be submitted either online or physically to the embassy or consulate of the destination country. The application form will require your personal information, travel details and documents, and your reason for visiting the country.
• Recent Photograph: One or more passport-size photographs. These should be recently taken (within the last three months) and should have a white background, showing your face from all sides.
• Flight Ticket Booking: Some countries require you to submit your proof of travel. This includes your inbound and outbound flight tickets. 
• Proof of Stay: The proof of your accommodation or the place you will stay (hotel, hostel, or friends and family) is required. You must show proof of booking or provide a genuine address on your visa application form. 

You can visit 192 countries with your Italian passport. As the Italian passport is ranked 3rd globally, you can visit 125 countries without a visa.

Italians can visit 125 countries without a visa. You can check out the visa-free country list from above. 

Italian citizenship can be proven with documents like an Italian passport, national ID card (Carta d’Identità), or a Certificate of Citizenship. A birth certificate registered with the Italian civil registry also works, especially for those born abroad. For legal use, it’s best to get a certified or apostilled copy from an Italian consulate or municipality.

Yes, Italy allows dual or multiple citizenship. Italians can acquire another nationality without losing their Italian one, and foreigners can become Italian citizens without giving up their original citizenship if their country permits it. Holding two passports is completely legal.