The Italian government is drafting new legislation that will allow the use of an identity card valid abroad when traveling to countries outside the European Union. The proposal, still in the drafting phase, is expected to be linked to the 2025 financial maneuver and approved by the end of the year.
Currently, a passport is mandatory for travel to countries outside the EU. However, with the bilateral agreements being negotiated, it will be possible to use only an identity card to enter certain non-EU countries.
Single document to facilitate travel
The change aims to make life easier for travelers by simplifying procedures and eliminating the need for a passport in specific destinations. The measure also addresses the need to standardize entry rules for Italian citizens in countries outside the European Union.
For this, the use of the ID card valid for abroad — a document that, when not authorized for travel, must clearly indicate the limitation. This rule will only apply to countries that have signed specific agreements with Italy.
Among the non-EU countries that already allow the entry of Italians without a passport are:
- Albania
- Andorra
- Bosnia
- Egypt
- Gibraltar
- Mônaco
- Montenegro
- Serbia
- Tunisia
The list is expected to grow with the signing of new agreements.
Passport security measures
While making it easier to use the ID card, the government also intends to strengthen the criteria for issuing passports. The changes aim to combat counterfeiting and identity theft by associating the document with more effective security measures, such as chips with biometric data.
Furthermore, the creation of clearer rules for cases of loss or renewal of passports during travel, especially outside Europe, is being studied.
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