The application process
How to apply, eligibility, fees and processing times for Italy.
9 Italian resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- How to apply for a Italy visaGuidance
How to apply for a visa for Italy — the shared Schengen short-stay process for visits up to 90 days, and Italy's national long-stay (Type D) route for longer stays, with the official EU sources.
- Italy national long-stay visas (Type D)Guidance
Italy national long-stay (Type D) visas — awaiting review against official sources. For short stays, see the shared Schengen short-stay guidance.
- Italy visa feesGuidance
Italy visa fees — awaiting verification against official sources. Short-stay Schengen visa fees follow the shared Schengen rules.
- Italy visa processing timesGuidance
Italy visa processing times — awaiting verification against official sources.
- Italy visa eligibilityGuidance
Italy visa eligibility — awaiting review against official sources. Short-stay Schengen eligibility follows the shared Schengen rules.
- Documents for an Italy visa applicationGuidance
The core documents Italy's consulates require for a national long-stay (type D) visa, plus the category-specific proof each route adds.
- Italy's immigration authoritiesGuidance
The national bodies that handle Italy's long-stay immigration — the Foreign Ministry abroad, and the Interior Ministry's offices inside Italy.
- Appointments and biometrics for an Italy applicationGuidance
How to book the consular visa appointment abroad and complete the fingerprint step at the Questura after you arrive.
- After you arrive in ItalyGuidance
The steps to legalise a long-stay stay after entry: applying for the residence permit within 8 working days, biometrics, and local registration.