ItalyPassport · 2026

Introduction to the Italian Passport

As of 2025, the Italian passport ranks 3rd globally, allowing visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 189 destinations, placing it among the world’s most powerful passports. Issued by the Ministry of the Interior through local police stations (Questura) and Italian consulates abroad, the passport is a primary travel document and proof of citizenship for Italian nationals.

Sleek and symbolically European, the Italian passport is both functional and a mark of identity. Its strength lies in Italy’s membership in the European Union and the Schengen Area, enabling unrestricted European movement and offering extensive global travel freedom. Thanks to Italy’s strong diplomatic relations, Italian passport holders benefit from minimal visa requirements and fast-track entry to many countries. Over the past five years, Italy’s passport has consistently ranked in the global top five. In 2025, it shared 3rd place, continuing a trend of strong passport performance.

Visa-Free Countries for Italian Citizens

Italian citizens enjoy visa-free travel to over 152 countries, including:

1. Albania

2. Andorra

3. Angola

4. Anguilla

5. Antigua and Barbuda

6. Argentina

7. Armenia

8. Aruba

9. Austria

10. Bahamas

11. Barbados

12. Belarus

13. Belgium

14. Belize

15. Bermuda

16. Bolivia

17. Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba

18. Bosnia and Herzegovina

19. Botswana

20. Brazil

21. British Virgin Islands

22. Brunei

23. Bulgaria

24. Cape Verde Islands

25. Cayman Islands

26. Chile

27. China

28. Colombia

29. Cook Islands

30. Costa Rica

31. Croatia

32. Curacao

33. Cyprus

34. Czechia

35. Denmark

36. Dominica

37. Dominican Republic

38. Ecuador

39. El Salvador

40. Estonia

41. eSwatini

42. Falkland Islands

43. Faroe Islands

44. Fiji

45. France

46. French Guiana

47. French Polynesia

48. French West Indies

49. Georgia

50. Germany

51. Gibraltar

52. Greece

53. Greenland

54. Grenada

55. Guatemala

56. Guyana

57. Haiti

58. Honduras

59. Hong Kong (SAR China)

60. Hungary

61. Iceland

62. Iraq

63. Ireland

64. Italy

65. Jamaica

66. Japan

67. Kazakhstan

68. Kiribati

69. Kosovo

70. Kyrgyzstan

71. Laos

72. Latvia

73. Lesotho

74. Liechtenstein

75. Lithuania

76. Luxembourg

77. Macao (SAR China)

78. Madagascar

79. Malawi

80. Malaysia

81. Malta

82. Marshall Islands

83. Mauritius

84. Mayotte

85. Mexico

86. Micronesia

87. Moldova

88. Monaco

89. Mongolia

90. Montenegro

91. Montserrat

92. Morocco

93. Mozambique

94. Namibia

95. Netherlands

96. New Caledonia

97. Nicaragua

98. Niue

99. North Macedonia

100. Norway

101. Oman

102. Palau Islands

103. Palestinian Territory

104. Panama

105. Paraguay

106. Peru

107. Philippines

108. Poland

109. Portugal

110. Reunion

111. Romania

112. Samoa

113. San Marino

114. Sao Tome and Principe

115. Senegal

116. Serbia

117. Singapore

118. Slovakia

119. Slovenia

120. Solomon Islands

121. South Africa

122. South Korea

123. Spain

124. St. Kitts and Nevis

125. St. Lucia

126. St. Maarten

127. St. Vincent and the Grenadines

128. Suriname

129. Sweden

130. Switzerland

131. Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)

132. Tajikistan

133. Thailand

134. The Gambia

135. Timor-Leste

136. Tonga

137. Trinidad and Tobago

138. Tunisia

139. Türkiye

140. Turks and Caicos Islands

141. Tuvalu

142. Ukraine

143. United Arab Emirates

144. United Kingdom

145. Uruguay

146. Uzbekistan

147. Vanuatu

148. Vatican City

149. Venezuela

150. Vietnam

151. Zambia

152. Zimbabwe

Visa on Arrival Countries for Italian Citizens

Here is the list of countries where Italian passport holders can get a VOA:

1. Bahrain

2. Bangladesh

3. Burundi

4. Cambodia

5. Comoro Islands

6. Djibouti

7. Egypt

8. Ethiopia

9. Guinea-Bissau

10. Indonesia

11. Iran

12. Jordan

13. Kuwait

14. Lebanon

15. Maldives

16. Myanmar

17. Nepal

18. Qatar

19. Rwanda

20. Saudi Arabia

21. Sierra Leone

22. Somalia

23. St. Helena

24. Tanzania

E-visa Countries for Italian Citizens

Here is the list of countries where Italian passport holders can get an e-visa:

1. Azerbaijan

2. Benin

3. Burkina Faso

4. Cameroon

5. Cuba

6. Equatorial Guinea

7. Gabon

8. Guinea

9. India

10. Mauritania

11. Pakistan

12. Papua New Guinea

13. Russian Federation

14. Syria

15. Togo

16. Uganda

ETA Countries for Italian Citizens 

Here is the list of countries to which Italian citizens can travel with an ETA:

1. American Samoa

2. Australia

3. Canada

4. Guam

5. Israel

6. Kenya

7. New Zealand

8. Northern Mariana Islands

9. Puerto Rico

10. Seychelles

11. Sri Lanka

12. United Kingdom

13. United States

14. US Virgin Islands

Passport Validity for Adults and Children

• Adults (18+): 10 years validity

• Minors (under 18):

  • Ages 3–17: Valid for 5 years

  • Under age 3: Valid for 3 years

• Emergency Passports: Available for temporary travel

• Frequent Travelers: Standard passport includes 48 pages

Physical Appearance and Design

The Italian passport features a burgundy red cover, consistent with EU passport standards. The cover includes:

• The European Union emblem

• The Republic of Italy's coat of arms, gold embossed

• The text: "UNIONE EUROPEA", "REPUBBLICA ITALIANA", and "PASSAPORTO"

• The biometric passport symbol at the bottom

Inside, the passport includes security features and watermark designs showcasing iconic Italian architecture, heritage sites, and cultural elements, symbolising Italy’s rich history and identity.

Info in the Italy Passport (Bio-data Page)

• Passport Number

• Full Name (Surname & Given Names)

• Nationality: Italian

• Date & Place of Birth

• Gender

• Date of Issue & Expiry

• Issuing Authority

• Signature & Photo of Holder

• Passport Type: P (Personal)

• Country Code: ITA

• Machine-readable zone (MRZ)

• Biometric chip storing facial and fingerprint data