Travel & Tour World today published an in-depth advisory outlining the latest entry rules, safety environment and health considerations for Canadians heading to Italy in 2025. The guide reminds travellers that Italy remains at ‘Level 1 – Normal Precautions’ but flags the introduction of the EU’s digital Entry/Exit System (EES) from October 2025 and the forthcoming ETIAS travel authorisation, set to become mandatory in late 2026.
Canadian passport holders currently enjoy visa-free stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, but the article stresses the importance of carrying proof of onward travel and sufficient funds, as Italian border officials have stepped up random compliance checks.
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On the health front, the advisory highlights sporadic labour strikes and the emerging dengue screening regime at airports. Travellers are encouraged to purchase comprehensive insurance covering flight disruptions and to register with Global Affairs Canada’s ‘ROCA’ platform before departure.
For mobility teams moving talent from Canada to Italian offices, the update is a useful one-stop reference for evolving border technologies and labour-market disruptions that could affect project timelines.
Canadian passport holders currently enjoy visa-free stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, but the article stresses the importance of carrying proof of onward travel and sufficient funds, as Italian border officials have stepped up random compliance checks.
On the health front, the advisory highlights sporadic labour strikes and the emerging dengue screening regime at airports. Travellers are encouraged to purchase comprehensive insurance covering flight disruptions and to register with Global Affairs Canada’s ‘ROCA’ platform before departure.
For mobility teams moving talent from Canada to Italian offices, the update is a useful one-stop reference for evolving border technologies and labour-market disruptions that could affect project timelines.
