Italy is in an extraordinary emergency situation. In order to slow down the spread of COVID-19, on January 31, 2020, the Council of Ministers in Italy declared a six- month state of emergency as a consequence of the health risk related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

The emergency is managed at government level, by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and, as far as specific health measures are concerned, by the Ministry of Health in accordance with relevant national and local bodies (for instance the National Institute for Health; the Regional Health systems).

The Civil Protection Department is entrusted with the interventions coordination necessary to deal with the emergency on the national territory.

National COVID -19 emergency number to dial 1500.

Please check regularly official sites to be updated on the situation in Italy and on measures adopted.

FAQ on Phase 2 (from May 4th)

Protezione civile (Civil Protection Department)

You can find all the updated information and legal measures regarding the COVID-19 emergency issued by the Government. Read the section “Emergency management > Legal measures” which provides also useful official links.

Ministry of Interiors (Ministero dell’Interno)

You can find updated information about moving in Italy and requirements.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministro degli Affari Esteri e Cooperazione internazionale)

You can find updated information on entry conditions for travelers, Italian nationals returning to Italy and foreigners in Italy, available in several languages.

Please note that, due to the emergency situation, the information reported in the website on entry procedures and medical care could be different. To get updated information please refer to your host organization or to the nearest EURAXESS Centre.

Italian EURAXESS Centres continue supporting researchers and can be contacted by e-mail.