Since the outbreak of COVID-19, Italy has implemented a number of travel restrictions in an effort to contain the spread of the virus. These restrictions include bans on non-essential travel from certain countries, mandatory quarantines for travelers arriving from certain countries, and a requirement that all travelers arriving in Italy have a negative COVID-19 test.
As of October 27, 2020, Italy has lifted most travel restrictions within the European Union. For travel outside of the EU, travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours of their arrival in Italy.
What are the latest Covid restrictions to enter Italy?
As of 1 June 2022, the green certification showing a negative Covid-19 test result will no longer be required for entry into Italy from EU and non-EU countries. For further information, please refer to: Focus Italian nationals returning to Italy and foreigners in Italy – Ministry of Foreign Affairs the website wwwviaggiaresicuriit (Safe Travels).
If you are planning to visit a healthcare facility or local health authority, please be aware that you may be asked to provide a negative test result. This can be either a rapid antigen test taken within the previous 48 hours, or a PCR test taken within the previous 72 hours. Self-tests are not accepted. Please check with the relevant authority or healthcare facility before visiting.
Is Italy dropping Covid restrictions
The coronavirus pandemic has caused many changes to travel and border control measures in Europe. Italy is the latest country to drop its colour-coded system for incoming travellers, instead opting for less stringent rules. This means that all travellers, regardless of their country of origin, will be subject to the same rules when entering Italy. These include a negative coronavirus test taken within 48 hours of travel, and a mandatory quarantine period of 14 days.
If you are planning to travel to the United States, you will need to show a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 2 days before your flight. Children under 2 years old do not need to be tested. If you have recovered from COVID-19 in the past 90 days, you may be able to show documentation of your recovery instead of a negative test result.
Are Covid masks required in Italy?
Wearing face masks is required in some public places. For some cases, FFP2 or KN95 masks are required.
The Schengen Area comprises 26 European countries that have officially abolished all passport and all other types of border control at their mutual borders. The Area is named after the 1985 Schengen Agreement.
As of June 1, 2021, Italy will lift all entry restrictions for citizens of the European Union, the Schengen Area, and the United Kingdom.
Can you travel to Italy from the US?
The entry and exit requirements for US citizens travelling to Italy are relatively simple. All you need is a valid passport and, if you plan on staying for more than 90 days, a visa. Visas can be obtained from the Italian embassy or consulate nearest you. There are no specific restrictions on travel for US citizens, so you should have no problem enjoying your trip to Italy.
No, at this time CDC is not reimbursing individuals for the cost of a COVID-19 test.
What can you bring back to us from Italy
You are allowed to bring home the following food items: baked goods, cheeses (so long as they are not the soft, spreadable kind), tinned pâtés, candy, roasted coffee beans and dried tea, mushrooms, and packaged fish.
The quarantine requirement for unvaccinated individuals no longer exists, meaning that everyone can now enter Italy without having to show vaccination status. This is a significant change that will make it easier for people to travel to and from Italy.
Do US citizens need a visa for Italy?
All Americans who wish to remain in Italy for more than three months must obtain an entrance visa from an Italian consulate before coming to the country. Those who wish to live in Italy permanently or to work or conduct business in the country will need to apply for resident status.
If you have received a booster vaccination for COVID-19, it will show in your NHS COVID Pass for travel within 5 days. This is a important document that will allow you to travel internationally.
Do I need a PCR test
If you have any of the following symptoms, you may be eligible for a PCR test: being age 55 or older, having a high-risk medical condition, or having a weak immune system.
If you have not been fully vaccinated, you need to follow the ‘entry requirements’ of the country you are travelling to. Entry requirements requested by other countries may include: requiring a negative COVID-19 test result before you depart from the UK.
What can you not bring into Italy?
Some products are prohibited or restricted for export to Italy. These include all forms of asbestos fibers, products containing the biocide dimethylfumarate (DMF), animal skins, Atlantic red tuna fish (Thunnus Thynnus) originating from Belize, Panama, and Honduras, and biological substance Category B, UN3373. Hardback and paperback books are also restricted.
If you are carrying any items that you purchased abroad, you will need to declare them when you return to the United States. This includes any gifts that you may be carrying for other people as well as any items that you bought for yourself. All duty-free items must be declared, regardless of whether you purchased them in a foreign country or not. Any merchandise that you intend to sell or use in your business will also need to be declared.
Final Words
As of September 2020, Italy has lifted most travel restrictions within the country and from European Union countries. However, visitors from outside the EU must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.
As of October 2020, Italy has lifted most of its travel restrictions. Visitors are now able to enter the country with few restrictions.
