• A network of connections, consisting of metro train and highways, make the centre easily accessible from Rome´s 2 main airports (Leonardo Da Vinci and Ciampino) and from the city centre. 

• From the Tuscolana, Tiburtina, and Ostiense stations connected to the A and B lines of the Metro, take the FL 1 train towards Fiumicino and get off at the stop dedicated to Fiera Roma. Fares are as little as 1.50 euro.

• The Rome metro operates daily from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm, with the last train departing from each station at that time. On Fridays and Saturdays, the service is extended until 1:30 am.

• Popular ride-hailing apps include UberBlack, FreeNow and ITaxi.

• The urban trains in Rome, called Ferrovie Urbane, complement the three metro lines and are run by the same company. The Ferrovie Urbane is made up of three lines: Lido, Viterbo, and Giardinetti.

• The currency in Italy is the Euro
• In Italy the power plug sockets are Type C, 2 pin 220V plugs
• Italy’s 4 most popular telecom service providers include: Vodafone, TIM, and WindTre and Illiad
• Italy has lifted all COVID-19 measures for international travellers and there are no COVID-19 entry restrictions
• Area code for Rome is 06, Country code for Italy is +39

 In case of emergencies call:

112 for Police 

115 for Fire Brigade
113 for Emergencies

118 for Ambulance service

Other useful numbers include: 

Italy Tourism Authority: +39 06 0608 

Lost Property Office: +39 02 88453900 

San Giuseppe Hospital: +39 02 85991

24-hour pharmacies

Viale Trastevere, 80/F 065810259

Via Nazionale, 228 064880754

Piazza dei Cinquecento, 49 064880019

Via dello Statuto, 35a 064465788

Piazza Barberini, 49 064871195

Via Arenula, 73 0668803278

Corso Rinascimento, 50 0668803760

Via Cola di Rienzo, 213/214 063243130

Piazza Risorgimento, 44/45 0639738186

Corso Italia, 100 0644249750

Via Appia Nuova, 213 067016971

Viale Europa, 78 065925509

1. EU nationals are allowed to enter Italy by only carrying an identification document.
2. Non-EU nationals need to show the following documents at the Italian port of entry;

– A valid passport or travel document. (Valid for at least six more months beyond your planned date of exit from Schengen and issued within the last 10 years.)

– A Visa (if you are subject to the Italian Visa regime.)

– Travel Health Insurance. (Covering medical emergencies in Italy and the whole Schengen area for a minimum of €30,000.)

In some cases, you might be asked to show additional documents as an invitation letter. Please fill in your details here should you require such a letter.

Please, make sure that the Italian Border Officer stamps your passport when you enter Italy. Without a stamp, you could be fined or detained.

How long does it take to get a visa?

The time required by regulations for issuing visas varies according to the type of visa. Schengen visas (i.e. short-stay visas) take 15 days, which can be extended up to 45 days in the cases provided for by law (Article 23 of the Visa Code).

Required documentation:

Documents and forms:

• Entry visa application form 
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Valid travel document (expiry date should be six months longer than that of the visa requested).
• Photocopy of current passport and Civil ID.
• Copy of resident permit valid for minimum 3 Months after return date.
• Return ticket (or booking) or evidence that the applicant has their own means of transport.
• Proof that the applicant has sufficient means of subsistence as required by the Directive of the Ministry of the Interior dated 1st March 2000. 
• Supporting documentation in relation to the applicant’s social and professional status
• Health insurance covering a minimum of €30,000 for emergency hospitalisation and repatriation expenses, valid throughout the Schengen area.
• Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, declaration of hospitality, declaration whereby accommodation costs shall be borne by the person inviting).