In the early hours of Sunday, October 26, 2025, Italy and the other countries of the European Union set their clocks back one hour, ending European summer time.
See at the end of the article: What changes for those who live or work between Brazil and Italy
The change reduces the time difference between Italy and Brazil to four hours — now, when it is noon in Rome, it will be 8 am in Brasília.
The change follows a rule in effect in the bloc since the 1970s, adopted to better utilize sunlight and save energy. However, experts and European authorities believe the measure has lost its meaning. Studies indicate that the energy impact is minimal and that the variation affects the health and biological rhythm of the population.
European Union discusses end of time change
The European Parliament debated the issue again last week. Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas declared that "the time has come to end seasonal timetable changes," highlighting that the current system causes more disruption than benefits.
The proposal to abolish the biannual time change was presented by the European Commission in 2018, but has stalled due to a lack of consensus among member states. Italy, Spain, Poland, and Finland support ending the practice.
For now, daylight saving time must continue to be applied annually until the bloc reaches a definitive decision.
What changes for those who live or work between Brazil and Italy
Consular services
With the new time zone, Italian consulates and agencies close their business hours in Brazil in the morning.
Meetings and business
Companies must adjust their schedules: working hours in Italy end around 13 pm (Brasília time).
Flights and connections
Check updated departure and arrival times between the two countries.
Studies and courses
Italian universities open an hour earlier; check online class schedules.
Digital routine
Italian public systems and platforms will now operate one hour earlier than in Brazil.
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