Visa-free countries with a passport of Italy

The Italian passport is ranked 3rd in the world ranking of freedom of movement, along with the ID cards of France, Singapore, Germany, and Belgium. Holders of the document have privileged access to 125 countries. This level of mobility makes the Italian passport one of the most influential documents in the world.

Map of visa-free countries for Italian citizens in 2025

An Italian passport opens the door to 125 countries in the world without the need for a visa. The interactive map of Global Relocate shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.

Where can Italian citizens apply for eTA

The eTA is not a visa, but a travel authorization that is linked to the traveler's passport. The eTA process usually takes only a few minutes, and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. 23 countries allow Italians to enter with an electronic authorization for a stay of up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Australia

2. Azerbaijan

3. Benin

4. Bhutan

5. Cameroon

6. Canada

7. Congo - Kinshasa

8. Côte d’Ivoire

9. Djibouti

10. Equatorial Guinea

11. Guinea

12. India

13. Kenya

14. Myanmar (Burma)

15. New Zealand

16. Nigeria

17. Pakistan

18. Papua New Guinea

19. Russia

20. South Sudan

21. Sri Lanka

22. Uganda

23. United States

What you need to know before leaving

Citizens of Italy have unlimited right of residence and movement in any of the 26 countries of the Schengen Agreement. However, from November 2025, the European Union will introduce a new border control system - Entry/Exit System (EES). It will replace traditional stamps in passports with biometric registration. For citizens of Italy, the entry and exit procedure will change, but freedom of movement will be preserved. Upon first entry into the country, fingerprints and a photo will be entered into the system. The data will be stored for 3 years.

Italians have access to the US visa-free entry program. To do this, it is enough to obtain an electronic ESTA permit. It is valid for 2 years and allows multiple visits to the United States for up to 90 days. An important requirement is to have a biometric passport with an electronic chip.

After Brexit, citizens of Italy retained privileged conditions for entry into the UK. They can stay in the country for up to 180 days a year without a visa. A visa is only required in cases where the purpose of the visit is to study, work, treat or volunteer.

The Italian passport provides visa-free entry to most exotic countries and island states. These include the UAE, Turkey, Singapore, the Caribbean, Japan, Qatar and Australia. This makes it especially attractive for those who like to travel to remote and exotic corners of the world.

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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