In 2026, Italy remains a member of the Schengen Area, allowing citizens from over 60 countries to enter for tourism or business for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a traditional visa. This list includes the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and most Latin American nations. However, a major shift occurred in late 2025: travelers from these visa-exempt countries (who are not EU/Schengen residents) must now obtain an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) permit before arrival. The ETIAS is a digital waiver linked to your passport, valid for three years, and costs approximately €7. It is not a visa, but a pre-screening requirement. Without an approved ETIAS, travelers from these "visa-free" countries will be denied boarding by airlines. Citizens of EU and EEA countries continue to enjoy full freedom of movement using only a national ID card or passport.