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Italy removes mask mandate for flights

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Sasha Wood
24 June 2022

The UK Foreign Office (FCDO) has changed its advice for travel to Italy, stating that masks are no longer required on flights to and from the country following a change in Italian laws.

The route will run from Venice to Genoa some 366.5 miles (Credit: Jametlene Resk / Unsplash)

The EU removed its mask mandate for flights on 16 May, but some European countries and airlines have still required passengers to wear face coverings, including Italy.


Although passengers won’t be legally required to wear a mask on flights to Italy, some airlines are yet to update their policies, and the FCDO advises people to check with their holiday provider before travelling.


The Italian government still requires that FFP2 masks be worn on ferries, trains and coaches entering the country.