Information for Traveling to Italy from UK

Yes, you will require ETIAS when travelling to Italy from UK. Those eligible will need to obtain permission to travel to Italy through the electronic ETIAS Visa Waiver for Italy which will be available from 2023 – the exact date is not yet confirmed. 

There is the British Consulate General Milan and the British Embassy Rome, which are intended to maintain relations between the UK and Italy and provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Italy.

Travellers from the UK can enter Italy with either a primary vaccination certificate or a recovery certificate. The date of your vaccination must be specified and at least 14 days must have passed since your second dose of the vaccine before arriving in Italy. The vaccination certificate remains valid for 270 days from the date of the last dose (for those who have had a full course of vaccines).  The recovery certificate must show proof that you have recovered from COVID-19 within 180 days from the date of the first positive test.

To enter the UK from Italy, you’ll need a valid passport with at least six months remaining before its expiration date. Additionally, if you’re not an EU, EEA, or Swiss national, you may require a visa or entry permit. Travelers should also carry a completed Passenger Locator Form, which provides contact and travel information for health authorities in the UK.

There are several ways to travel from Italy to the UK, including by air, rail, and sea. The most common option is flying, with many airlines offering direct flights between major Italian and UK cities. Alternatively, you can take a train via the Eurostar, connecting through France, or a ferry from mainland Europe.

As an Italian citizen or resident, you do not need a visa to visit the UK for short stays up to six months, since Italy is part of the EU. However, non-EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals living in Italy may need a visa, depending on the purpose and duration of their visit.

When traveling from Italy to the UK, you will have to go through customs and immigration checks. This process involves presenting your passport, visa (if required), and other relevant documents. Customs officials may also inspect your luggage to ensure compliance with UK regulations on importation of goods.

Yes, it is possible to travel from the UK to Italy without flying. You can take the Eurostar train to France and then connect to Italy via high-speed trains. Alternatively, you can drive or take a coach through France, Switzerland, or Austria, or travel by ferry from the UK to mainland Europe and continue your journey by road or rail.