Milan, Italy

What to wear in Milan, Italy

During the summer, travelers will want light clothing, sunglasses, and a hat, with a sweater for cool evenings. In the winter months, a medium-weight coat and a raincoat will suffice. Keep in mind that Italians dress very well, and rarely wear shorts. While men aren't required to wear ties or jackets in most places, they are expected to look sharp. Women may not feel comfortable with exposed shoulders or knees, especially in the churches.

Spoken language in Milan, Italy

Italian is the main language, but most hotels have English-speaking employees. Keep in mind that Italian is pronounced exactly as it is written, and the locals appreciate any attempt by visitors to speak their language.

Electricity in Milan, Italy

The current is 220 volts/50 cycles, so visitors should bring a transformer for their electrical appliances, or plan to purchase one in Italy. The prongs are round, not flat like in the United States, so visitors will need an adapter plug as well.

Customs information for Milan, Italy visitors

We strongly recommend that you verify this information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Entry

You will need a valid passport. A visa is not needed unless travelers expect to stay in Italy for more than 90 days and/or to study or seek employment.

Italy Customs

Visitors may enter Italy with the following goods that have been purchased outside of the EU 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars and 2 liters of table wine or 1 liter of spirits over 22% volume. The limits are different for goods purchased within another EU country. They are 800 cigarettes or 400 cigarillos or 200 cigars and 90 liters of wine or 10 liters of spirits over 22% volume or 110 liters of beer.

US Customs

US residents returning from Italy after a visit of 48 hours or more may return with $800 worth of duty-free articles for personal or household use. Up to 100 cigars (non-Cuban), 1 liter of alcohol (travelers over 21), and 200 cigarettes per person may be brought back duty-free. Antiques and works of art are also exempt.

US Embassy

Via Vittorio Veneta 119/A, 00187 Roma, Italia, phone 39-06-4674-1, fax 39-06-4882-672 or 06-4674-2356.