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Italy extends internal border checks with Slovenia until June 2026
Rome has prolonged passport checks on the Italian–Slovenian land frontier until 18 June 2026, citing security and migration pressures. The move means continued random inspections on road and rail traffic, with potential delays for freight and cross-border commuters. Corporates should ensure travellers carry full ID and plan for further renewals.
Irregular crossings at Slovenian frontier drop 40 % – relief for Italy’s North-East
Slovenian police report a 40 % year-on-year drop in illegal border crossings, easing migrant-reception bottlenecks in Italy’s north-eastern region. Lower numbers translate into shorter wait times at staffed crossings and reduced pressure on local accommodation—a positive development for companies moving staff through Trieste and Gorizia.
Storm system threatens holiday travel across Italy with snow and flight disruption
A strong Atlantic front is bringing heavy rain, high winds and snow to much of Italy, with yellow alerts in force and airports bracing for delays. Business travellers should expect possible flight cancellations, slower rail services and motorway restrictions, particularly in the north and on alpine routes, through the Christmas period.
UK updates Italy travel advice, highlights Winter Olympics 2026 and dual-national entry rules
The FCDO has issued a 21 December update to its Italy travel advice, clarifying passport rules for UK-Italian dual nationals and flagging likely congestion around the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Companies should brief travellers on exit-passport consistency and begin booking accommodation early for Q1 2026 projects.
Rome Fiumicino tops 50 million passengers for first time, plans terminal expansion
Rome’s main airport has crossed the 50 million-passenger threshold and unveiled a €2 billion upgrade programme that will add gates, lounges and biometric border tech. While the expansion promises better connectivity, companies should anticipate phased construction and tight slot availability over the next two years.