INFORMATION ON VISAS FOR ITALY
Italy, located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, is a tourist haven. The country boasts many castles and palaces, buildings in different architectural styles, a stunning coastline, beautiful lakes, and cliffs. Tourism is a major contributor to the Italian economy as tourists flock to this beautiful nation.
If you are planning to visit Italy on a tourist visa, you must know the visa requirements. You will need a short-term visa to visit Italy, valid for 90 days. This short-term visa is known as the Schengen visa. With a Schengen visa, you can travel to and stay in Italy and all the other 26 Schengen countries.
Eligibility Requirements
- A valid passport whose validity exceeds the duration of the visa by three months.
- Old passports (if any).
- Passport-size photos.
- A copy of your completed and signed visa application form.
- Proof of hotel bookings, flight bookings, and a detailed plan of your activities during your stay in Italy.
- Schengen travel visa insurance or health insurance covering Italy and the Schengen Area for medical emergencies with a minimum coverage of 30,000 pounds.
- A copy of the tour ticket.
- Proof of sufficient finances to support your travel and stay in the country.
- Bank statements for the last six months.
- Proof of income tax returns.
- A cover letter explaining why you want to visit Italy, your duration of stay, and your date of return.
- Documents proving your civil status, such as a marriage certificate or the birth certificate of children.
Application Process
To apply for an Italian Schengen visa, schedule an appointment at the nearest Italian embassy or consulate well in advance of your travel date, ideally 2 to 3 weeks prior to your planned arrival in Italy.
- Fill out a form with personal and passport information, state the purpose of your trip, and mention the planned duration of your stay.
- Submit the required documents to the consular official and pay the Schengen visa processing fee.
- Ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months from your intended date of travel to Italy.
Visa Fees
| Category |
Fees |
| Adults |
Rs. 12918.82 |
| Child (6-12 years) |
Rs. 11108.82 |
How GEV Can Help You
GEV is best positioned to help you with your Italy visit visa. Our teams will assist you with:
- Providing advice on required documentation.
- Guiding you on the necessary funds to be shown.
- Filling out the application forms.
- Reviewing your documents for the visa application.
Talk to us to get your Italy visitor visa process underway.
