KyrgyzstanItaly: Visa required

KyrgyzstanItaly

Do Kyrgyzstan passport holders need a visa for Italy?

Visa required

Yes. Kyrgyzstan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Italy.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance4,983 km, straight line (~6h 22m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Italy138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Italy passport holders visiting Kyrgyzstan: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Italy

Kyrgyzstan passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Kyrgyzstan passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kyrgyzstan passport holders need a visa for Italy?

Yes. Kyrgyzstan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Italy.

How far is Italy from Kyrgyzstan?

About 4,983 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 22m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Italy?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Italy?

112 / 113 / 115 / 118.

What time zone is Italy in?

Rome (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Rome?

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Italy without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Italy visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Kyrgyzstan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Italy?

San Marino, Serbia, Andorra.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, formerly known as Kirghizia, is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast. The capital and largest city is Bishkek which lies on the northern border with Kazakhstan. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the 7.5 million people, followed by significant minorities of Uzbeks and Russians.

CapitalBishkek

RegionCentral Asia

Population7.3M

Area199,951 km²

CurrencyKyrgyzstani som (1 USD ≈ 87.48 KGS)

LanguagesKyrgyz, Russian

Calling code+996

Drives on theright

TimezoneBishkek (UTC+6)

Nearest airportManas International Airport (BSZ), 22 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 161

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,081 (2025)

Tourist arrivals8.5M (2019)

Climate in Bishkek

Warmest July, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Bishkek, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	0.4°C	-8.2°C	37mm	204h
February	9.4°C	-2.8°C	80mm	211h
March	13.8°C	1.4°C	51mm	277h
April	19.5°C	7.5°C	153mm	261h
May	25.2°C	12.2°C	87mm	358h
June	28.5°C	15.3°C	53mm	370h
July	31.3°C	18.3°C	14mm	396h
August	30.1°C	17.1°C	44mm	367h
September	23.1°C	11.1°C	23mm	338h
October	15.9°C	4.1°C	33mm	295h
November	5.9°C	-4°C	44mm	217h
December	-1.5°C	-11.1°C	10mm	223h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kyrgyzstan, a Central Asian country, is often called as the "Switzerland" of Central Asia due to its mountainous terrain. The country offers breathtaking landscapes, including the Tien Shan Mountains, crystal-clear lakes such as Issyk-Kul and Song Kol, and beautiful valleys like the Ala-Archa National Park. These areas provide excellent hiking, trekking, horseback riding, and camping opportunities.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Burana Tower
Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor
Sulaiman-Too
Western Tian Shan

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About Italy

Italy, officially the Italian Republic, is a country in Southern and Western Europe. It consists of a peninsula, which extends into the Mediterranean Sea, with the Alps on its northern land border, as well as nearly 800 islands, notably Sicily and Sardinia. Italy shares land borders with France to the west; Switzerland and Austria to the north; Slovenia to the east; and the two enclaves of Vatican City and San Marino. It is the tenth-largest country in Europe by area, covering 301,340 km2 (116,350 sq mi), and the third-most populous member state of the European Union, with nearly 59 million inhabitants. Rome is the capital of Italy; other major cities include Milan, Naples, Turin, Palermo, Bologna, Florence, Genoa, Bari, and Venice.

CapitalRome

RegionSouthern Europe

Population58.9M

Area301,336 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesItalian

Calling code+39

Drives on theright

TimezoneRome (UTC+2)

Nearest airportCiampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), 14 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 115 / 118

UNESCO sites73

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$43,309 (2025)

Tourist arrivals38.4M (2020)

Climate in Rome

Warmest August, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Rome, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	13.1°C	3.2°C	29mm	251h
February	15.6°C	5.6°C	20mm	268h
March	16.2°C	6.2°C	82mm	288h
April	19.9°C	8.7°C	69mm	318h
May	25.3°C	13.9°C	34mm	379h
June	26.9°C	16.1°C	72mm	398h
July	32.8°C	20°C	11mm	434h
August	33.2°C	21.5°C	52mm	389h
September	27.9°C	17.1°C	103mm	325h
October	20°C	11.5°C	155mm	283h
November	17.8°C	8.9°C	59mm	244h
December	13.3°C	5.7°C	202mm	196h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Italy was once the core of the mighty Roman Empire, and the cradle of the Renaissance. Along with Greece, it is regarded as the "birthplace" of Western culture, and it is also home to the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, including high art and monuments.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

18th-Century Royal Palace at Caserta with the Park, the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli, and the San Leucio Complex
Aeolian Islands
Amalfi Coast
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalú and Monreale
Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia
Archaeological Areas of Pompei, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata
Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco and Other Franciscan Sites
Castel del Monte
Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Tutti i Santi

December 8, 2026Immacolata Concezione

December 25, 2026Natale

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