The new European Entry/Exit System (EES) has started for all non-EU nationals, including Australians, travelling in or out of the Schengen Area. You’ll need to register at borders and have your fingerprint and photo taken. There may be longer border queues.

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games will be held in northern Italy from 6 to 22 February 2026, followed by the Winter Paralympic Games from 6 to 15 March 2026. If you plan to be in Italy during this period, plan your travel well in advance.

See ‘Travel’.

We advise:

Exercise normal safety precautions in Italy.