Do I need an ETIAS for Italy?
From art cities to the Amalfi Coast, Italy is a top Schengen destination. Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorisation from late 2026 for short visits of up to 90 days.
Key facts
Validity
Up to 3 years or until your passport expires
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Coverage
Multiple entries across the Schengen Area
Price
€35 all-inclusive (€20 official + €15 service)
How it works
Tell us about your trip
Confirm your nationality, destination, dates, and purpose using the checker above.
We prepare your application
Our team completes the official ETIAS form accurately, with your own email on file as required.
We submit at launch
The moment the official ETIAS system opens, we submit on your behalf and track the outcome.
You receive your authorisation
Approval is linked electronically to your passport — usually within minutes of submission, occasionally longer if extra checks apply.
Main entry points
- Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
- Milan Malpensa (MXP)
- Venice Marco Polo (VCE)
- Naples (NAP)
Peak season
May to September and the Christmas period — apply ahead to avoid last-minute stress.
Popular with visitors
Rome · Milan · Venice · Florence · Naples
Good to know
Vatican City and San Marino are surrounded by Italy and reached through it, so your Italy entry rules effectively apply. For Italian study or work visas, HelpMyVisa can assist separately.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need ETIAS to visit the Vatican or San Marino?
You reach both through Italy, so meeting Italy's Schengen entry rules — including ETIAS where required — covers your trip.
Is ETIAS a visa for Italy?
No. It is a pre-travel authorisation for visa-exempt nationals on short stays, not a substitute for an Italian visa.
How long is it valid?
Up to three years or until your passport expires, for multiple short stays.
What's the total cost?
€35 all-inclusive (€20 official + €15 service), refundable before submission.