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VISA REQUIREMENTS
Before travelling to Sorrento or anywhere in Italy, make sure you understand the visa and entry requirements that apply to your nationality. For further information please click HERE or scroll down to the end of this page.
Please note: ECTA is not responsible for Visa applications that are denied or Visas not received in time. The usual cancellation policy applies in these cases.
TRAVEL TO SORRENTO
To reach Sorrento (Italy) from abroad, your journey will consist of two main stages:
- flying into a major Italian international airport – Naples or Rome; and
- transfer to Sorrento.
The information provided below is intended as a general guide to assist you in planning your trip. You are kindly advised to verify the latest information and make travel arrangements according to your individual needs and requirements.
Step 1: BY AIRPLANE TO NAPLES
Sorrento is best reached via Naples International Airport (NAP / Capodichino), about 55 km from Sorrento. For international delegates, flying directly to Naples via one of the major European hubs can help minimise connections.
Naples International Airport (NAP / Capodichino) offers direct connections from several major European hubs, including: Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam, Munich, Madrid, Paris, Istanbul.
Tips for international travellers:
- When booking your flight, check connections to Naples (NAP) first. This may allow you to avoid additional connections through Rome or other Italian airports.
- If flights to Naples are limited, please consider Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO / Leonardo DaVinci)
From Rome Airport you can take a taxi or a 32’ minutes train ride (Leonardo Express) to the Rome main train station Roma Termini, and from there a high-speed train (Frecciarossa) to Napoli Centrale (approx.1,5 hours). To book the high-speed train please visit Trenitalia or ItaloTreno.
Step 2: FROM NAPLES TO SORRENTO - TRANSFER
Transfer between Naples International Airport Capodichino/Naples Central Train Station and Sorrento
The journey from Naples to Sorrento takes approximately 75-90 minutes by car, depending on traffic. We highly recommend booking your transfer using the link included in the confirmation email you received after registering for the conference.
Available options and rates
- Private transfer (up to 2 passengers): 170 EUR* per vehicle (one way)
*Night-time supplement: a 50 EUR per vehicle supplement applies to private transfers departing between 7:30 pm and 7:30 am (regardless of the direction of travel).
- Group transfer (3-14 passengers): 75 EUR** per person (one way)
**Night-time supplement: a €10 per person supplement applies to group transfers departing between 7:30 pm and 7:30 am (regardless of the direction of travel).
For return transfers from Sorrento to Naples Airport or Naples Central Train Station, the departure time will be scheduled according to your flight or train departure time, allowing sufficient time for the journey, traffic conditions and the recommended arrival time at the airport or station.
For group transfers, passengers will be grouped according to their flight or train arrival/departure times. For transfers from Naples to Sorrento, groups will be arranged to allow sufficient time for passport control and luggage collection, with a maximum waiting time of 30 minutes in the arrivals area.
The booking link is included in the registration confirmation email. You will be asked to provide your flight or train details, and the organising agency (ecta2027@aimgroup.eu) will take care of arranging the most suitable transfer for you.
Alternative option: FROM NAPLES TO SORRENTO BY FERRY BOAT
A scenic option is travelling to Sorrento by high-speed ferry from Naples. The ferry boat departs from Molo Beverello port in Naples and arrives at Port of Sorrento and is operated by Alilauro and NLG. Journey time is approximately 40-45 minutes, with multiple departures daily.
Alilauro: https://www.alilauro.it/en/
VISA
Italy is part of the Schengen Area. Depending on your nationality, you may or may not require a visa to enter Italy for a short stay.
- EU/EEA and Swiss citizens do not require a visa and may enter Italy with a valid passport or national ID card.
- Citizens of many non-EU countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia and Japan, can enter Italy without a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Delegates who require a visa should apply for a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) through the Italian Embassy or Consulate responsible for their place of residence.
Visa applications can generally be submitted up to six months before the planned journey. Delegates are strongly advised to apply well in advance of the conference, taking into account appointment availability and processing times.
As visa requirements may vary depending on nationality and individual circumstances, we recommend checking the latest information and confirming whether a visa is required before making travel arrangements. For further information and to check your specific visa requirements, please visit the official Visa for Italy portal.
Please note:
- ETIAS, the European Travel Information and Authorisation System, is expected to become operational before the conference and may be required for visa-exempt travellers from certain non-EU countries. Delegates are advised to check the latest requirements before travelling. https://travel-europe.europa.eu/
- ECTA and the conference organisers are not responsible for Visa applications that are denied or Visas not received in time. The usual cancellation policy applies in these cases.