Travel · Official advice · 8 November 2026
FCDO updates travel advice for Italy over demonstrations
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has published updated travel advice for Italy and Vatican City. The guidance warns of recent violent demonstrations in northern cities and notes an increased police and military presence in Milan. Passports must meet specific validity rules to enter the Schengen area.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for Italy to include warnings about recent demonstrations and national strikes. The guidance covers both Italy and Vatican City. It notes that recent protests in northern Italian cities have led to violent riots and looting.
There is currently an increased presence of police and military personnel in Milan. Further demonstrations may occur in major Italian cities. The department advises travellers to stay informed of local conditions and to avoid areas where protests are taking place.
Entry requirements for the Schengen area remain strict. Passports must have a date of issue less than 10 years before the arrival date. This rule applies to all travellers, including those with renewed passports issued before 1 October 2018, which might otherwise appear too old.
Travellers must also ensure their passports remain valid for at least 3 months after the planned departure date from the Schengen area. Entry will be denied if a traveller does not hold a valid travel document or attempts to use a reported lost or stolen passport.
British citizens returning to the UK are required to carry a valid British passport or a certificate of entitlement. These rules apply to all nationals crossing the border. The announcement does not specify further details on the duration of the increased security presence in Milan.
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