INFORMATION FOR STUDY VISA FOR ITALY
A study visa allows entry into Italy for short and/or long stays for the purpose of study, vocational training, apprenticeships or exchange and mobility programs.
In order to lodge an application applicants need tobook an appointment for an interview via the online booking system on our website (please book 1 appointment only).
At the appointment, applicants must present:
- National Visa Application Form
- a valid passport with at least 3 months validity after the visa expiry date. The passport must have a blank page on which the visa will be affixed;
- one recent passport-style photo;
- full flight itinerary including border of entry into Italy;
-proof of accommodation (hotel bookings) for the duration of stay;
- in case of sponsorship or private accommodation applicants are required to present the Host Declaration Form available in the forms section of our website duly signed by your host and accompanied by your host’s ID and valid residence permit;
- proof of sufficient means of support for entire stay (current bank balance);
-travel insurance that covers a minimum of EURO 30 000 for emergency medical expenses;
- an official letter of acceptance from an Italian academic institution;
- complete documentation regarding the course or cultural program and proof of enrolment or pre-enrolment in the course or cultural program.
Please also note that the documentation required will vary slightly depending on the sub-category of study visa. For all requirements please visit the following website:
Please note that our visa officers reserve the right to request additional documentation to support a visa application and biometric identifiers are required for short stay study visas.
On the day of the appointment, applicants will pay a visa fee, which is payable only in cash (current price list available on our Home Page).
Visas take 14 days to process once a complete application is submitted. We encourage applicants to apply at least one month before their intended date of departure.
Our visa officers are happy to answer any further questions on visa procedures during the interview at this Consulate.