Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

Find information and advice if you're planning to attend the: 

Venues for the games will be spread across several destinations in northern Italy. Roads and public transportation services may be impacted by winter weather or increased demand. Plan your journey carefully, consult the official transportation information for the games, and allow extra time to travel between locations.

On this page

Before you go

  • Check Government of Canada resources when planning your trip:

Travel Advice and Advisories for Italy

The Government of Canada up-to-date travel information and advice

Travel health notice – 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics

Guidance from the Public Health Agency of Canada

Registration of Canadians Abroad

Register your trip so the Government of Canada can notify you in case of an emergency

Emergency contact card

Print this out keep in your wallet for use during times when you don’t have an Internet connection

  • You can also download the "112 Where Are U" mobile app:
    • This app connects users to the 112 Public Safety Answering Point and can automatically transmit your GPS location.
    • The 112 Where Are U service is unavailable in certain parts of Italy, including Veneto. Dial 112 directly for emergencies anywhere in Italy.

Travelling to Italy

Passport requirements

  • Check your passport expiry date:
    • Canadians must present a passport that is valid for at least  3 months past the date of expected departure from Europe’s Schengen Area, which includes Italy.

Canadian passports and other travel documents

How to apply for passports and other travel documents

Schengen Area

  • Italy is part of the Schengen Area.
  • Canadian citizens may travel visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen Area countries combined.
  • The Entry/Exit System (EES) is now in place throughout the Schengen Area.
  • You don’t need to take any action before you travel: registration occurs when you arrive at the border.

The EES collects:

  • information about your trip
  • a photo of your face
  • fingerprints

Travelling to Europe

Learn more about travelling to the Schengen Area and the Entry/Exit System

Mass gatherings

Information about travelling during large-scale events

Travelling  to or  from neighbouring countries 

If you plan to travel to or from other countries, you should check The Government of Canada’s Travel Advice and Advisories to learn about:

  • entry and exit requirements
  • safety and security conditions
  • local laws and cultures
  • health risks

Travel advice and advisories by destination

The Government of Canada's up-to-date travel information and advice

Dual citizens

  • Canadians with dual citizenship must travel from and return to Canada using valid Canadian passports.

Travelling as a dual citizen

Requirements and impacts of travelling while holding citizenship of another country

While you're there

Safety and security

  • Large-scale events can increase the risk of theft and pickpocketing: 
    • in crowded public places
    • at transportation hubs
    • on public transportation
  • You can reduce your risk while you are away by being prepared and taking precautions such as:
    • being aware of your surroundings
    • protecting your passport and travel documents
    • avoiding situations that may make you a target

Precautions to reduce the risk of theft or pickpocketing

Advice for keeping your belongings safe

Planning and logistics

  • Venues are located across multiple regions in northern Italy.
  • Transportation services may be affected by winter weather or increased demand.
  • If you are travelling to Olympic or Paralympic events, plan your journey carefully using the official spectator guidance from Milano Cortina 2026 and allow extra time to travel between locations.

Transportation

Tickets to events at the games

  • Download the Milano Cortina 2026 ticket app, the only tool to access your tickets and enter venues.
  • People may approach you on the street selling tickets to events:
  • The Embassy of Canada cannot assist with ticket purchases or resolving ticket-related issues.

If you need help in Italy

Emergency assistance

  • Italy uses the 112 European Emergency Phone Number, which provides service in multiple languages, including English.
  • Canadians in Italy in need of emergency consular assistance can contact:

Government of Canada offices in Italy

Call the nearest the embassy, consulate or office in Italy

Request emergency consular assistance

Emergency Watch and Response Centre, available 24/7

  • Consular services at the Embassy of Canada to Italy, in Rome, will remain available throughout the Olympic and Paralympic games.

Canadian Consular Services Charter

Details on the consular services provided by the Government of Canada

What are Canadian consular services?

Examples of services the Government of Canada can and cannot provide

Lost, stolen or damaged passport

  • If your passport or travel document is lost, stolen or damaged, contact the Embassy of Canada to Italy, Rome, as soon as possible by email, at romepasscit@international.gc.ca. A consular official will help you determine the right passport service for your situation. 
  • You may need to come to the embassy or consulate in person for a temporary passport.
  • Keep in mind that the processing time for a temporary passport ranges from 2 to 19 business days and depends on the complexity of your application. 

Passport services in Italy

Learn more about the process to replace a lost or stolen passport in Italy

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