In the chief towns of the provinces and almost all the tourist centres there are various bodies which provide information about staying in Italy.
Information offices are also widespread.
A passport or a valid identity document is necessary to enter Italy. As far as the major countries outside Europe are concerned, a visa is not required for visitors from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Japan and the United States. Minors travelling with parents, and who do not have a personal identity document, must be included in the passport of one of the parents. Driving licenses and other traffic documents valid in other countries are recognized in Italy. Pets are allowed to enter only if they are in good health and vaccinated against rabies.