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Italy visa for Indians

Planning a trip to Italy from India? Indians need to apply for an Italy Visa! Italy is a part of the Schengen Area. So, Indians can apply for a Schengen visa for short stays. Itzeazy- Italy Visa Agent helps you with the Italy visa process. 

How to apply for Italy Visa?

  • Fill out the online application form.
  • Gather all the required documents.
  • Visit the visa application center.
  • Your visa will be issued 

When to apply for Italy Visa?

Indians should apply for an Italy visa at least 45 days before the planned travel date. You can actually submit your application up to 6 months in advance. Applying in advance will give you enough time to collect all the required documents for Italy Visa without any rush or stress.


Italy visa for Indians

Types of Visa

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Italy visa types

There are mainly three categories of Italy visa based on the duration of stay:

  • Short Stay Visa - Type C (up to 90 days)
    1. Tourism: Holidays, vacations, and leisure activities
    2. Business: Meetings, conferences, and trade fairs
    3. Family Visit: Meeting relatives and family members

    • Long Stay Visa (more than 90 days)

      Long Stay Italy Visa are for stays more than 90 days. If you are planning to work, study, or live in Italy then you will need this visa.

      • Airport Transit Visa

       In case you are just passing through Italy and you have layovers. Then you need Airport transit visa

      Documents Required

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      Documents required for Italy Visa

      If you are applying for Italy visa from India, you need to have these documents. Make sure you have:
      1. Passport which is valid for a minimum of 3 months. It should contain at least two blank pages. All page of the ID page, past travel entry and exit stamps should be scanned.
      2. 2 passport size photographs 
      3. Personal covering letter 
      4. Proposed itinerary of travel
      5. Travel tickets (both ways)
      6. Proof of financial funds such as individual income, bank statements of last 3 months, and tax returns.
      7. Proof of accommodation
      8. Travel Insurance policy should cover expenses of a minimum of 30,000 euros
      Supporting documents as per your occupation
      1. If Employed:

        1. Original Company NOC with stamp
        2. Last 3 months salary slip.
        2. If Self Employed:
        1. Business Registration Certificate / MOA / Partnership deal
        2. Company’s updated bank statement of last 3 months
        3. Company’s IT returns for last 3 years
        4. Cover letter from company’s letterhead
        3. If Retired:
        Proof of retirement like pension book, statement of last 3 months

        4. If Student:
        1. School / College / Institute ID Card
        2. No objection certificate (NOC) from school/university
        3. For university students: Last 3 months bank statements
        5. If Minor:
        Notary affidavit with the consent of the parents(if traveling alone or with a single parent).

        7. If Sponsored:
        1. Sponsorship letter
        2. Sponsor’s national ID proof like Passport, PAN card or Resident permit;
        3. Sponsor’s last 3 months bank statement
        4. if the sponsor is your spouse: the marriage certificate
        5. if the sponsor is your parents: birth certificate
        Supporting documents as per the purpose of visit

        1. For family visit:
        1. Invitation letter
        2. Inviter’s ID proof like Passport or Resident Permit

        2. For Business Visa:
        1. Invitation letter from host Company stating the purpose of the trip, business details, etc;
        2. Covering letter from Indian company on company letterhead.
        3. Company bank statement
        4. Company Registration Proof

        3. For Italy Transit Visa:
        1. Valid visa of a particular destination Schengen country
        2. Flight Ticket to your destination country and return tickets as well

        Italy visa photo requirements for Indians

        • Recent photo within the last 6 months
        • Light-colored background
        • Size: 35-40 mm wide 
        • Face should cover 70-80% of the image

        Also, make sure you follow this to fulfill the photo requirements 

        • Look directly at the camera with a neutral expression 
        • Eyes should be open and clearly visible 
        • Mouth should be closed 
        • Both sides of your face should be visible 
        • No shadows, reflections, or red eyes 
        • Only religious head coverings are allowed, but your face should still be visible 
        • Prescription glasses are okay, but: 
          • Frames shouldn't cover your eyes 
          • Lenses shouldn't be colored 
          • No flash reflections on the lens

        How To Apply

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        Apply for Italy Visa

        • Apply for Italy Visa from India through our website
        • Share your requirements (travel plans )
        • Make a payment for the Italy visa services
        • Upload necessary documents and photos.
        • Itzeazy - Italy Visa Agent will check your documents.
        • Itzeazy will submit your application and book an appointment for you.
        • Go to the visa center for document verification and biometrics.
        • Get your visa by courier or in person when it's approved.

        Visa Fees

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        Italy Visa Fees

        Here are the Italy Visa Fees: 

        Italy Visa for IndiansVisa fees (Euro)Visa fees(INR)
        Adults90 €Rs 8100/-
        6 to 11 years
        		45 €
        		Rs 4050/-
        Below 6 yearsFreeFree

        Italy Visa: Minimum Bank Balance Requirement

        When applying for an Italy visa from India, you need to show that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your Italy trip. The minimum daily amount required is approx €130 per person.

        Visa Processing

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        Italy Visa Processing Time

        How long does Italy Visa take for Indians?

        Italy Visa for Indians usually takes around 15 business days. But sometimes it can take up to 45 days or longer.

        There are two main reasons for this:

        • The embassy or consulate office is very busy with many visa applications.
        • Your application is not complete with all the required documents.
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