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Italy

Europe

Southern Europe · ITA

#4in the world
165Mobility Score

126

Visa Free

31

VOA

8

ETA

18

e-Visa

15

Visa Req.

0

No Admit.

Destinations

Where can a Italy passport holder travel?

Welcoming Score: 93

Italy welcomes travelers from 93 different passports without requiring a traditional visa (visa-free, visa on arrival, or ETA). This measures how open Italy is to international visitors.

Italy Passport Visa-Free Countries 2026

The Italy passport is ranked #4 in the world in 2026, with a mobility score of 165.Italy passport holders can travel to 126 countries visa-free, 31 with visa on arrival, and 8 with electronic travel authorization (ETA).

Located in Southern Europe (Europe), the Italy passport requires a traditional visa or e-visa for 33 destinations.Italy also welcomes travelers from 93 different passports without requiring a traditional visa.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is the Italy passport in 2026?

The Italy passport is ranked #4 in the world in 2026 with a mobility score of 165. Italy passport holders can access 165 destinations without a pre-departure visa, including 126 visa-free countries, 31 visa-on-arrival destinations, and 8 ETA destinations.

How many countries can Italy passport holders visit visa-free?

Italy passport holders can visit 126 countries visa-free (no visa required at all). Additionally, they can access 31 countries with visa on arrival and 8 with electronic travel authorization, for a total mobility score of 165.

Do Italy citizens need a visa for the United States?

Check the detailed visa requirements section above for the latest information on whether Italy citizens need a visa to visit the United States. Requirements can change, so always verify with official sources before traveling.

Do Italy citizens need a visa for Europe (Schengen Area)?

Check the detailed visa requirements section above for current Schengen Area visa requirements for Italy passport holders. The EU's ETIAS system may also affect travel authorization requirements starting in 2026.

What is the Italy passport ranking in 2026?

The Italy passport is ranked #4 globally in 2026 based on the BorderIQ Passport Power Index. This ranking is determined by the total number of destinations accessible without a pre-departure visa (visa-free + visa on arrival + ETA = 165).

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