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en * English * Deutsch * Español * Français * Italiano * 中文 * Português * 日本語 ITALY 2023-05-29 +− Basic Roads Satellite Terrain Leaflet | © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors LOW Overall 2.00 Security 2.00 Environmental 2.00 Infrastructural 2.50 Political 2.25 Medical 2.25 * Country Intelligence * Travel * More * Overview More Overview 2.00 OVERVIEW The Italian Republic is located in Southern Europe. It includes the two largest islands of the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and Sardinia. Italy is a stable democracy and is generally safe for work and travel, although demonstrations are frequently held in response to social frustrations and can occasionally escalate into localized violence. Labor strikes often take place and are usually well publicized ahead of time. The Italian economy is the fourth largest in Europe and considered to be strong, although the country suffers from rising public debt and unemployment. Additionally, southern Italy remains economically weaker than the prosperous north. Islamist terrorism is a concern, and authorities have broken up several recruitment cells. Violent crime is not very common, but petty crime, such as pickpocketing or bag-snatching is frequently reported, especially in cities. Businesses should note that organized criminal networks have a huge presence in the economy, especially in the southern regions such as Sicily, although their activities are unlikely to impact tourists and travelers. Italy is a member of NATO, the EU and the Schengen area. 2.00 SECURITY The biggest threat to foreign travelers is from petty and opportunistic theft, particularly in major cities such as Naples and Rome. Scams are commonplace, and foreigners or tourists are often specifically targeted. There is growing concern over the threat from the Islamic State (IS), and counterterrorism efforts have resulted in the arrest of numerous individuals and the foiling of various plots. Unrest occurs periodically over various socioeconomic and political issues. Protests are typically of a low level and peaceful but have the potential to escalate into violence. 2.00 ENVIRONMENTAL Earthquakes occur occasionally, particularly in the central and southern regions. Major quakes can be deadly. Heavy rainfall and associated flooding and mudslides can occur from September to November, often disrupting travel and essential services. There are several volcanoes throughout the country, both active and dormant. 2.50 INFRASTRUCTURAL There are no significant concerns in Italy over air travel. Roads and highways are of good quality and well maintained with extensive lighting, except for in more remote areas. However, there have been significant concerns over some of the country's infrastructure since the Morandi bridge tragedy in August 2018, in which 43 people died. It was the fifth bridge collapse in five years in Italy. Ports are relatively efficient and the ferry system is considered good. Utilities are generally good. There is growing concern over cyber attacks targeting government or business interests. 2.25 POLITICAL Italy is a parliamentary republic with a multi-party system. in January 2022, Sergio Mattarella was re-elected as President, and this institutional anchor is projected to hold until the next elections in 2029. In September 2022, a national election was held. This was triggered after coalition partners stopped supporting former Prime Minister Mario Draghi's centrist, technocratic coalition government. The new government is formed from three right-wing parties, and is led by Giorgia Meloni's Brothers of Italy party. The coalition also includes Silvio Berlusconi's Forza party and Matteo Salvini's League party. Similarly to previous Italian coalition government, the right-wing coalition will likely suffer instability over the medium term. The new government is likely to pursue populist internal policies, whilst maintaining pro-EU and pro-NATO foreign policy. 2.25 MEDICAL The most common travel-related ailment is travelers' diarrhea. Medical facilities are available throughout the country and are of good quality in major cities. Facilities may be limited outside urban areas. Pharmacies are generally well stocked. Tap water is safe to drink. * COVID-19 * Fact Box * Risk Advice * Medical Advice * Contacts More COVID-19 Travel Restrictions: Travelers from China must present a negative COVID-19 test prior to entering the country, taken in the previous 48 hours for antigen tests and 72 hours for PCR tests, in addition to undergoing testing on arrival. Additional Information: http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioContenutiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=english&id=5412&area=nuovoCoronavirus&menu=vuoto Fact Box Government TypeParliamentary Republic Population62,402,659 (2020) CurrencyEURO International Country Code+39 LanguagesItalian (official), German in some parts of the Trentino-Alto Adige region, a French-speaking minority in Valle d'Aosta region, and a Slovene-speaking minority in Trieste-Gorizia area. Time ZoneUTC+1 ReligionsChristian (predominantly Roman Catholic with very small groups of Protestants and Jehovah's Witnesses) 83.3%, unaffiliated 12.4%, Muslim 3.7%, and other 0.6%. TrafficDrives on the right Plug Types EthnicitiesItalian, with small clusters of German-, French-, and Slovene-Italians in the North, and Albanian- and Greek-Italians in the South. Drinking WaterSafe to Drink Additional Information Significant Dates (2022) : Jan. 1 - New Year's Day Jan. 6 - Epiphany April 18 - Easter Monday April 25 - Liberation Day May 1 - Labor Day June 2 - National Day Aug. 15 - Assumption of Mary Nov. 1 - All Saints' Day Dec. 8 - Immaculate Conception Day Dec. 25-26 - Christmas, St. Stephen's Day Risk Advice PRE-DEPARTURE - Travelers should provide friends and family a copy of travel itinerary and make a copy of important travel and identification documents. - Travelers should have adequate travel insurance in place to enable rapid medical treatment or emergency extraction from country. ON ARRIVAL - There are no significant measures to undertake when arriving in country. IN TRANSIT - Public transport is generally safe, and self-driving may be conducted. AT YOUR HOTEL - There are no extraneous measures that should be undertaken at the hotel. IN THE STREET - Petty crime represents the primary concern and travelers may be targeted by opportunistic theft. Travelers should avoid overt displays of wealth and dress discreetly and appropriately to environment. Do not display money, jewelry, or valuables and keep a low profile. - Travelers should settle small bills with cash and have a spare credit card available. Travelers should use only small denominations of the local currency and keep large amounts of cash and cards in a separate place on your person. Reduce the contents of your wallet or bag contents, particularly cards which may denote affiliations, memberships, and accounts. - Travelers should ensure that they carry their mobile phone with them at all times and that it has sufficient battery life and is programmed with appropriate emergency numbers. Travelers should also carry an ID card or passport, and any emergency medical information. - Travelers should be aware of their location and surroundings. Avoid high-crime areas and do not travel by foot through isolated, urban areas after dark, particularly if traveling alone. Travelers should know routes and carry a map if necessary, but keep it concealed. - In crowded situations and tourist locations, travelers should be aware of jostling as this may be a ploy for pickpockets. Travelers should also be aware of people loitering and attackers who may first pass their victim to attack from behind. - Travelers should ignore verbal 'bait' from passers-by; do not get into an argument and avoid eye contact with strangers. Women traveling in Italy should remain vigilant in bars and nightclubs; avoid leaving drinks unattended, as they may be spiked. - Travelers should note that illegal traders operate on the streets of all major Italian cities, particularly tourist cities like Florence, Venice, and Rome. Those buying from such traders may be stopped by the local police and fined. - Same-sex sexual activity is legal and accepted in major cities; however, many Italians are conservative and isolated incidents of LGBT+ discrimination are occasionally reported. Overt displays of affection by LGBT+ couples can attract a negative response, especially in smaller towns. - Travelers should be aware that photographing government buildings or military facilities may result in detention by authorities. Travelers should ask permission before taking pictures of locals, especially women. - Demonstrations and protests occur periodically. Travelers should avoid demonstrations, protests, and rallies, which may attract security forces and law enforcement officers and present a dynamic and volatile environment. Travelers should also be advised that such incidents may disrupt local transport networks. Medical Advice HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Yellow Fever: Vaccination Not Required There are no recommendations or requirements for yellow fever vaccination in Italy. There is no risk of yellow fever. HIV Testing No known restrictions HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS Recommended Immunizations for Travel to Italy Travelers should ensure that they have routine vaccination courses and boosters. You should visit a health care professional at least four to six weeks prior to the trip. Travelers should ensure that they have routine vaccination courses and boosters. Routine vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, varicella (chickenpox), polio, and annual flu vaccine. Travelers should consider obtaining COVID vaccination where available, even if the destination country does not require it. * Hepatitis A: Recommended for most individuals unless contraindicated. Two doses are recommended administered six months apart, are required for long-lasting protection. If full series is six to 12 months apart; there is no need for booster. One dose usually provides enough protection to a healthy adult for international travel. Vaccination will provide some protection within days but should ideally be administered at least two weeks before travel. * Hepatitis B: Recommended for most individuals unless contraindicated. Widely used formulations require three doses administered over the course of six to 18 months, depending on the recipient's age and vaccination history. Booster doses after complete series are usually not required to maintain immunity. If exposed before finalizing full series, individuals may receive a special booster within 24 hours to receive short-term protection. * Rabies: Unless contraindicated, recommended for individuals whose activities bring them into direct contact with dogs, bats, and other mammals; long-term travelers and expatriates; and children. Pre-exposure vaccination requires three doses administered over the course of 28 days. Post-exposure vaccination is still required in the event of potential rabies exposure, but a full course of pre-exposure vaccination reduces course of post-exposure treatment and eliminates the need for Rabies Immune Globulin, which can be in short supply in many areas. Italy has not reported any rabies cases, thus most travelers are at low risk. Bats are likely to carry bat rabies. * Tick-borne Encephalitis : Recommended for individuals trekking or working in high-risk, endemic areas, particularly heavily forested areas where the disease occurs. Currently there are no vaccines licensed or available in the US, however, for adults, one is available in the EU, two in Russia, and one in China. The initial vaccine consists of three doses and requires six months or more for completion. Tick bite prevention is also essential. Contacts EMERGENCY CONTACTS Ambulance112 / 118 Fire112 /115 Police112/ 113 AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY AddressVia Antonio Bosio 5, 00161, Rome Fax(39-06) 8527 2300 Emailinfo-rome@dfat.gov.au; consular-rome@dfat.gov.au Web Sitehttp://www.italy.embassy.gov.au/rome/home.html AUSTRIAN EMBASSY AddressVia G. Pergolesi 3, 00198 Rome Fax(39-06) 854 3286 Emailrom-ob@bmeia.gv.at Web Sitewww.aussenministerium.at/rom; www.austria.it BRITISH CONSULATE-GENERAL AddressVia San Paolo 7, I-20121 Milan Fax(39-02) 8646 5081 EmailMilan.Consular@fco.gov.uk Web Sitehttp://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/find-an-embassy/europe/consulate-general-milan BRITISH EMBASSY AddressVia XX Settembre 80, I-00187 Roma RM Fax(39-06) 4220 2347 EmailInfoRome@fco.gov.uk Web Sitehttp://ukinitaly.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/our-embassy-in-rome/ CANADIAN EMBASSY AddressVia Zara, 30 00198, Rome Fax(39-06) 854 442 912 Emailconsul.rome@international.gc.ca Web Sitehttp://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/italy-italie/index.aspx FRENCH EMBASSY AddressPiazza Farnese 67, 00186 Rome Fax(39-06) 6860 1360 / (39-06) 6860 1418 Emailconsulat-rome@france-italia.it Web Sitewww.ambafrance-it.org GERMAN EMBASSY AddressVia San Martino della Battaglia 4, 00185 Roma. Fax+39 06 445 26 72 Emailinfo@rom.diplo.de Web Sitehttp://www.rom.diplo.de US CONSULATE AddressPiazza della Repubblica, 80122 Napoli Fax(39-081) 583 8275 Emailuscitizensnaples@state.gov Web Sitehttp://naples.usconsulate.gov/ US CONSULATE AddressLungarno Vespucci 38, 50123 Firenze Fax(39-055) 215 550 Emailuscitizensflorence@state.gov Web Sitehttp://florence.usconsulate.gov/ US CONSULATE AddressVia Principe Amedeo 2/10, 20121 Milano Fax(39-02) 2903 5273 Emailuscitizensmilan@state.gov Web Sitehttp://milan.usconsulate.gov/ US EMBASSY AddressVia Vittorio Veneto 121, 00187 Roma Fax(39-06) 4674 2244 Emailuscitizensrome@state.gov Web Sitehttp://rome.usembassy.gov/ This document does not constitute advice or recommendation by GardaWorld and the recipient assumes sole responsibility for any conclusions drawn and any actions or omissions made as a result of receiving or distributing the document. 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