Papua New GuineaItaly: Visa required

Papua New GuineaItaly

Do Papua New Guinea passport holders need a visa for Italy?

Visa required

Yes. Papua New Guinea 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 of2026-10-14
    Distance14,321 km, straight line (~17h 21m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Italy138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Italy passport holders visiting Papua New Guinea: Visa required.

Italy drives on the right, the opposite side to Papua New Guinea. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Italy

Papua New Guinea passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Papua New Guinea passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Papua New Guinea passport holders need a visa for Italy?

Yes. Papua New Guinea passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Italy.

How far is Italy from Papua New Guinea?

About 14,321 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 21m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Italy?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Italy?

112 / 113 / 115 / 118.

Does Italy drive on the same side of the road as Papua New Guinea?

Italy drives on the right, the opposite side to Papua New Guinea. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Papua New Guinea passport holders visit without a visa instead of Italy?

San Marino, Kosovo, 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.