San Marino to Italy: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇸🇲 San Marino 🇮🇹 Italy
Visa Free

Up to 90 days without a visa.

San Marino citizens can enter Italy without a visa for up to 90 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Italy is about 9% lower than in San Marino (index 61 vs 70, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

San Marino Passport Strength

103 Visa-free
32 Visa on arrival
41 e-Visa
23 Visa required

Entry Details — Italy

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
90 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Italy
61.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Italy
43%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,535/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — San Marino Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Italy is approximately 9% cheaper than San Marino (index 61 vs 70, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Italy cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Italy — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do San Marino citizens need a visa to visit Italy?+

San Marino passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Italy. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can San Marino passport holders stay in Italy?+

The authorised stay for San Marino citizens in Italy is 90 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Italy?+

Italie Digital Nomad Visa — actif depuis 2024. Digital Nomad Visa — Frais : €116. Durée : 1 an renouvelable. Revenu minimum €28 000/an. Pas d'activité économique avec clients italiens >20%. Regime Forfettario — Flat tax 15% (5% les 5 premières années) sur CA jusqu'à €85 000. Zéro TVA sous seuil. Non-Dom Regime (Flat Tax) — €100 000/an forfait sur tous les revenus étrangers. Pas de déclaration détaillée requise.

What is the cost of living in Italy?+

The cost of living index for Italy is 61.4 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Italy.

What documents are required for San Marino citizens to enter Italy?+

A valid San Marino passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.