Italy Travel Risk Level
Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution
Italy faces a moderate risk from terrorism, with the US State Department issuing a Level 2 advisory. Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism.
Government travel advisories
US State Department
Level 2
Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Common targets include: Tourist spots Transportation centers Shopping malls and markets Local government buildings Hotels, clubs and restaurants Religious sites Parks Sporting and cultural events Schools Airports Public areas
UK FCDO
Level 1
This travel advice also covers Vatican City. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about the risks of travel, to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
Active disaster alerts (GDACS)
flood · Magnitude 0
Green flood alert in Italy
On 02/06/2026, a flood started in Italy, lasting until 12/06/2026 (last update). The flood caused 0 deaths and 0 displaced .
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:05:52 GMT · 1w ago
earthquake · Magnitude 6.2M, Depth:247.1km
Green earthquake (Magnitude 6.2M, Depth:247.119km) in Italy 01/06/2026 22:12 UTC, 2 million in MMI IV.
On 6/1/2026 10:12:36 PM, an earthquake occurred in Italy potentially affecting 2 million in MMI IV. The earthquake had Magnitude 6.2M, Depth:247.119km.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:25:32 GMT · 2w ago
Health alerts (WHO)
Avian influenza
Avian Influenza A(H9N2) - Italy
On 21 March 2026, the National International Health Regulations (IHR) Focal Point for Italy notified the World Health Organization (WHO) of the identification of a human case of avian influenza A(H9) in an adult male returning from Senegal.…
2026-04-10T13:51:44Z · 2mo ago
Global & regional health alerts (WHO)
Cross-border outbreaks and pandemic-scale alerts that affect travellers regardless of destination.
Global · Mpox
2025-12-05T19:00:00Z
Global · Mpox
2026-02-14T19:00:00Z
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to travel to Italy?
Italy is currently assessed at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) based on US State Department and UK FCDO advisories. Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism.
What is the current US State Department travel advisory for Italy?
The US State Department currently rates Italy at Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution. Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism.
What is the current UK FCDO advice for Italy?
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office currently advises at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions — for Italy. This travel advice also covers Vatican City.