Passport/Visa

Any foreign visitors wishing to enter the Italian Republic must have an Identity Card (UE citizens) or a valid passport (non-EU citizens). More information on travelling in Europe can be found at this web page.

Other useful & useless information

Time
Rome is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Difference with London: -1 hour; New York City: -6 hours; Tokyo: + 8 hours.
Climate
Mean daily temperature ranges from 20-22°C (min) to 33-36°C (max).
Telephone
International Calls: 0039 + phone number.
Banks-exchange
Italy’s official currency is the Euro. Banks are open weekdays from 8.30 to 13.30. Currency can be exchanged also at the Railway Central Station, at the airport and foreign exchange automatic points throughout the city. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept major credit cards.
Electricity
Voltage is 220V; two round pin plug.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is banned in all indoor public places and in all workplaces.
Tipping
In bars and restaurants service charge (servizio) is included in the bill. Tipping is not mandatory but is welcomed.
Taxes
VAT (value added tax; locally IVA) is normally included in the price of most goods and services. Generally the rate stands at 22% of the sale price.
Emergency
Police 113 – Carabinieri 112 – Medical First Aid 118