Italy Launches Paperless Schengen Visa Portal in 2026
February 28, 2026·5 days ago·via Travel And Tour World
Italy unveils a fully digital Schengen and national visa portal set to launch in Q2 2026, allowing travelers to complete smart forms, upload documents, and pay fees online for faster processing and real-time tracking. This paperless system reduces consulate visits, with pilots for remote biometric verification for low-risk frequent travelers. Rome-Fiumicino and Milan-Malpensa airports expand automated gates to align with EU Entry/Exit System and ETIAS.
