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Italy visa for Indians

Italy is a country that is a member of the European Union. These countries require a Schengen visa for foreigners who would like to visit. The Schengen visa covers 27 countries at the moment, and the Schengen area is just increasing year after year. For Indian nationals wishing to go to Italy for tourism purposes, you will need a Schengen Italy visa for Indians.

Therefore, you need to apply for an Italy visa with all visa requirements. It starts from choosing visa types according to reason of visit  It may take anywhere from 15 to 30 days to process after application, depending on the number of applications received during that time period. So to avoid unnecessary delay due to incomplete requirements , try to gather documents in advance. The process can seem daunting to those new to it. However, with ItzEazy, we will ensure that the process will look like a cakewalk!


Italy visa for Indians

Types of Visa

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Italy visa types

  1. Uniform Schengen Visa (USV): This is the most common visa type and allows for short-term stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, business, or visiting family and friends.
  2. Airport Transit Visa (ATV): If you have a layover in an Italian airport but do not plan to enter the Schengen Area, you may need an ATV.
  3. Limited Territorial Validity Visa (LTV): This visa restricts your travel to certain Schengen countries and is issued for specific reasons, such as humanitarian grounds or national interest.
  4. National Visa (NV): Also known as a long-stay visa, this type is intended for stays exceeding 90 days and can be for various purposes, including work, study, family reunification, or joining a spouse.
  5. Schengen Visa for Official Visit: This visa is issued to individuals traveling to Italy on official government business or representing an international organization.
  6. Schengen Visa for Medical Reasons: If you need to travel to Italy for medical treatment, this visa allows you to do so.

Documents Required

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Documents required for Italy Visa

  • A filled-out Schengen Visa Application Form
  • 2 copies of passport sized photographs adhering to these guidelines
  1. Both pictures should be recent and identical to each other.
  2. The photo should be 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall.
  3. Colored pictures, light background (white or light gray), ensuring that the clothes do not match the background.
  4. The head should cover a majority (70 to 80%) of the image.
  5. Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, and looking directly at the camera.
  6. No red eyes, shadows, or reflections. 
  7. Taken in evenly spread brightness.
  8. The resolution of the images should be 400 dpi. 
  • Passport with a validity of a minimum of three months from the estimated date of departure from the countries in the Schengen Area. The passport should not be older than 10 years. 
  • A4 sized photocopy of the current passport’s data pages 
  • Travel and medical insurance are necessary. The insurance scheme should cover costs up to about €30,000, which is INR 26,73,642.72.
  • Itinerary of the duration of the individual’s stay in Italy
  • Evidence of accommodation and civil status
  • Evidence of financial status. Pay slips, proof of ownership of land, original bank statements extending to the previous three months, and income tax return forms. 
  • In the case of employment, a leave letter from the place of employment. In the case of self-employment, evidence of your business, such as an Indian business license and the bank statements of the company, is to be provided.
  • If the applicant is studying, the educational institution has to provide a no objection certificate. This has to be submitted alongside the applicant's proof of enrollment. 

How To Apply

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Apply for Italy Visa


  1. Fill out the Schengen Italy Visa Application Form.
  2. Visit Italy representation office i.e. consulate general or embassy offices located in Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi 
  3. Submit the application form and documents at the office.

Along with this external service provide facilitates process of Italy from India 

  1. Gather all the necessary documents.
  2. Log on to the VFS global website here. If you have an account, log in directly. If you do not have an account, click on ‘New User’ and follow the instructions to create one. Book an appointment. 
  3. When you book an appointment, you will receive a date and time. Ensure that you visit the center on time. 
  4. Submit your documents and complete the biometric procedure. 
  5. Complete the visa fee payment on the spot. 

Visa Fees

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Italy Visa Fees

  1. For adults, the fee is €80 (INR 7131.50), and for minors, the fee is €40 (INR 3565.75).
  2. For children under the age of 6, the visa fee is waived.
  3. Additionally, for individuals participating in sports or cultural activities, traveling for research of study purposes, or those under the age of 25 who are with charitable organizations, the visa fee is waived, 

Online Visa Tracking

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How to track Italy visa application?

The status of your Schengen Italy Visa application can be tracked on website 

    1. Enter the reference number. This number will be mentioned on the invoice you receive after paying the visa fee.
    2. Enter your birth date as per your form.
    3. Complete the captcha to see the status of your visa application. 
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