🇮🇹 Is Italy safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Italy: 114 diplomatic missions from 100 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Italy
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- This advice also applies to Vatican City
- Check with your airline or Catania airport before flying due to ash cloud from Mount Etna
- Get travel insurance covering your itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses
- Valid national ID or passport required; carrying both is advised, stored separately in case one is lost or stolen
- Passport mandatory when arriving from non-EU countries, regardless of nationality
- Since August 1, Italy applies border controls on Spanish travelers arriving by sea or air
- No visa required for entry into Italy
Risk areas and situations
- Active ash cloud from Mount Etna is currently disrupting flights, particularly affecting Catania airport
- High wildfire risk across Italy during summer months as temperatures rise significantly
- Significant seismic risk in Umbria, Lazio, Marche, Abruzzo and Campania regions; check Civil Protection info before travel
Health
- Wildfire risk is elevated in summer — consult the Safety and security section of the FCDO guide for specific advice
- No mandatory or specifically recommended vaccines for Italy
- Keep your routine vaccination schedule up to date before traveling
- Consult an authorized International Vaccination Centre for personalized vaccine advice
Emergency numbers in Italy
Embassies and consulates in Italy
114 diplomatic missions from 100 countries, across 7 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 4 | Milan, Naples, Rome |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 4 | Florence, Milan, Rome |
| 🇸🇮 Slovenia | 3 | Province of Caltanissetta, Rome, Trieste |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 2 | Milan, Rome |
| 🇧🇿 Belize | 2 | Rome, |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 2 | Milan, Rome |
| 🇭🇺 Hungary | 2 | Milan, Rome |
| 🇮🇳 India | 2 | Milan, Rome |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | 2 | Milan, Rome |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Rome |
| 🇦🇱 Albania | 1 | Rome |
| 🇦🇲 Armenia | 1 | Rome |
…and 88 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Italy is Italian. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Italian, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Italy safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Italy is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Italy?
The general emergency number in Italy is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Italy?
Telcomia tracks 114 diplomatic missions from 100 countries in Italy, across 7 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.