Bank Guarantee for Tourist Invitation for inviting Colombian citizens to Italy

Why do I need a Bank Guarantee if I want to invite a friend from Colombia to Italy?

The bank guarantee is a mandatory assurance required from those inviting foreign citizens to Italy to ensure that the guest has the necessary financial means to sustain themselves during their stay in the country. 

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This type of guarantee is particularly required for tourist visas for citizens of some non-EU countries, including Colombia, to mitigate the risk of irregular immigration or stays beyond the period allowed by the visa. 

The bank guarantee assures the Italian state that the visitor will not become a burden on public finances during their stay. 

The practice involves the inviting entity or person (in your case, to invite a friend from Colombia) approaching a bank to issue a guarantee covering the estimated amount necessary for the visitor’s stay. 

he required amount may vary based on the duration of the stay and other factors determined by Italian authorities. In our case, we ensure the maximum amount provided by regulations, which is €3,905.00 for a duration of 180 days, even though the tourist visa has a maximum duration of 90 days. 

If you’re unable to provide such financial guarantee, the invitation might not suffice to ensure the issuance of the tourist visa, as consular authorities need to be certain that the visitor has access to adequate financial resources for the entire duration of their stay in Italy.

Do you need a Bank Guarantee for a tourist visa?

Can my friend from Colombia obtain a residence permit upon arrival in Italy?

The residence permit is a document that allows non-European Union citizens to stay in Italy for periods exceeding 90 days. However, to obtain the residence permit, the foreign citizen must have a valid reason, such as work, study, family reasons, or international protection. 

Tourist visas do not allow conversion into a residence permit upon arrival in Italy, as they are intended for short stays and for tourism or visit purposes. If your friend from Colombia arrives in Italy with a tourist visa, they cannot obtain a residence permit solely based on that visa. 

To change their legal status in Italy and obtain a residence permit, they should have a valid reason as mentioned above and follow the appropriate procedures, which often include leaving Italy and applying for a suitable type of visa at the Italian embassy or consulate in Colombia.

If your friend intends to stay in Italy for a longer period for reasons other than tourism, they should inquire about the types of visas suitable for their purpose of stay before departing from Colombia. 

This process includes gathering necessary documents and submitting the visa application through the Italian embassy or consulate in their country.

What documents do I need to send to my friend whom I want to invite to Italy?

To invite your friend from Colombia to visit Italy with an invitation, you’ll need to prepare and send them a series of documents that they must carry with them, which may be requested at the Italian border. 

Here’s a list of the generally required documents:

Invitation letter: A letter declaring that you’re inviting your friend to Italy, specifying the period of the visit, the address where they’ll stay, and your commitment to taking care of their sustenance and any medical or repatriation expenses. This letter should be signed by you and, depending on the case, may need to be authenticated by a notary in Italy.

Bank or insurance guarantee: As mentioned earlier, a guarantee covering the visitor’s stay expenses for the entire duration of the visit, including any repatriation costs and medical expenses.

Proof of identity or passport: A copy of your identity document (if you’re an Italian citizen) or your residence permit (if you’re a non-Italian citizen residing in Italy).

Income proof: Documentation attesting to your financial ability to support the visitor’s expenses, such as recent pay stubs, bank statements, or income declarations.

Accommodation: Proof of where your friend will stay during their visit, which can be a declaration offering hospitality at your residence or a hotel reservation.

Health insurance: For an amount of at least €30,000 in case of injury for the duration of the stay in Italy.

Your friend, on their part, must submit to the embassy or consulate:

• Visa application form: It must be filled out completely and signed.
• Passport: It must have a residual validity of at least three months beyond the planned return date and must contain at least two blank pages.
• Passport-sized photos: Generally, two recent color photos on a white background are required.
• Round-trip airline tickets: To demonstrate intentions of returning to Colombia.
• Travel medical insurance: An insurance policy covering any medical expenses and repatriation for health reasons for the entire duration of the stay in Italy.
• Proof of financial means: Documents attesting to the availability of sufficient financial resources for the duration of the stay, such as bank statements, sponsorship letters, or the bank/insurance guarantee you’ve prepared.

It’s important to always verify with the Italian embassy or consulate in Colombia to obtain the updated list of required documents, as requirements may vary.

Health insurance for my friend I’m inviting to Italy from Colombia, how long should it last, and what amount should it cover?

Health insurance for a tourist visa is a fundamental requirement for those wishing to visit Italy and must cover the entire planned stay in the country. For your friend arriving from Colombia, the insurance must meet specific criteria established by the Schengen Area, including:

• Insurance duration: The insurance must cover the entire period of the planned stay in Italy. It’s important that the policy is valid from arrival until departure, covering the entire duration of the required visa.
• Minimum guaranteed amount: The insurance coverage must be at least €30,000 (or the equivalent in another currency). This amount is considered sufficient to cover any medical expenses, including emergency ones, and repatriation for health reasons.
• Territorial coverage: The insurance must be valid in all Schengen Area countries, not just Italy. This is particularly important if your friend plans to visit other European countries during their stay.

Do you need a Bank Guarantee for a tourist visa?

Make sure the insurance policy provides comprehensive coverage, including emergency medical treatments, hospitalization, and, if necessary, medical repatriation. 

Specific conditions and covered services may vary depending on the insurance company, so it’s important to carefully read the policy details and ensure it meets all the necessary visa requirements. 

I recommend directly consulting an insurance company offering specific policies for travelers arriving in Italy from abroad, or alternatively, checking with the Italian embassy or consulate in Colombia for any indications or recommended insurance companies.

In addition to the bank guarantee for the tourist visa, we also offer guarantees for:

• Business visa;
• Visa for religious reasons;
• Student visa;
• Family reunification visa;
• Medical treatment visa.