{"id":11431,"date":"2023-01-01T17:04:21","date_gmt":"2023-01-01T16:04:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/?p=11431"},"modified":"2023-01-01T17:04:21","modified_gmt":"2023-01-01T16:04:21","slug":"which-visa-type-italy-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/en\/which-visa-type-italy-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Type of Visa Do You Need for Italy? Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_7543ee-e7\">Welcome to the definitive guide to understanding which type of visa you need for Italy. If you are confused by strange acronyms, complicated rules and endless documents, you are in the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The short answer is this: the right visa depends on just two things.<br>Why are you coming to Italy? (Tourism, work, love, study).<br>How long do you want to stay? (A few days or whole months).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article we will explain everything step by step, as if we were talking to a friend, to help you avoid mistakes and set off without stress.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);background-color:var(u002du002dbase-2);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{color:var(u002du002dcontrast);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-contents-title{color:var(u002du002dcontrast);font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{color:var(u002du002dglobal-color-8);font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list .kb-table-of-contents__entry:hover{color:var(u002du002dglobal-color-8);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-basiccircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-basiccircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-arrowcircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-arrowcircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-xclosecircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1049_5c606f-97 .kb-toggle-icon-style-xclosecircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before{background-color:var(u002du002dbase-2);}<\/style>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HOW TO UNDERSTAND WHICH VISA YOU NEED<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before filling in any forms, you need to ask yourself a few very simple questions. Imagine you are at a crossroads: the path you take depends on your answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To understand <strong>which type of visa you need for Italy<\/strong>, answer this quick test:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. How long do you want to stay?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the most important question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Less than 3 months (90 days):<\/strong> If you are coming for a holiday, to visit a relative or for a short course, you need a visa for &#8220;short stays&#8221;. In technical jargon it is called a Uniform Schengen Visa (VSU).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More than 3 months (over 90 days):<\/strong> If you are coming to work on a stable basis, to attend university or to live with your husband or wife, you need a visa for &#8220;long stays&#8221;. This is called a National Visa (VN).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Why are you coming to Italy?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purpose of the trip changes the name of the visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you coming just to see the Colosseum and eat pizza? You need a <strong>Tourist Visa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have you found a company that is hiring you? You need a <strong>Visa for Employed Work<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you want to enrol at university? You need a <strong>Study Visa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is an Italian relative inviting you to live with them? You need a <strong>Visa for Family Reasons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Where do you need to go?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do you want to travel freely around Europe (France, Spain, Germany&#8230;)? You need a visa that is valid for the whole Schengen area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you need to stay only in Italy? There are visas that are valid only for our territory (although they are rare).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you have clarified your ideas, let&#8217;s look in detail at the <strong>main types of visa for Italy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MAIN TYPES OF VISA FOR ITALY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Italian law and European rules, there are many types of visa (as many as 21 or 23, depending on regulatory updates). Don&#8217;t worry, we won&#8217;t list them in a boring way. Let&#8217;s look at the ones most often requested by people like you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember: the visa is the authorisation that the Italian Consulate in your country gives you so that you can cross the border.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Tourist Visa (The most requested)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is for:<\/strong> It is the classic visa for those who want to travel, visit the cities of art or come to see friends and relatives for a short period. <strong>How long it lasts:<\/strong> It is valid for a maximum of <strong>90 days<\/strong> in every 180 days. <strong>When it is used:<\/strong> When you do not have to work or study for a long time, but only want to be a tourist. <strong>What you need:<\/strong> You will often be asked for an &#8220;Invitation Letter&#8221; from the person hosting you in Italy or a hotel booking. In addition, you must demonstrate that you have the money to support yourself (means of subsistence) and to return home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Study Visa<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is for:<\/strong> For those who want to attend university, training courses or schools in Italy. <strong>How long it lasts:<\/strong> It can be short-term (Type C) if the course is brief, or long-term (Type D) if you are doing a full academic year. <strong>Important detail:<\/strong> Students must demonstrate that they have an insurance policy for medical treatment and sufficient financial means to live without working full-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Work Visa<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you need to be careful, because there is no single &#8220;work&#8221; visa. Several types exist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Employed Work:<\/strong> If an employer in Italy has given you a contract. The waiting times for issuance are around 30 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Self-Employed Work:<\/strong> If you are a freelancer or want to open a VAT number. Waiting times can reach 120 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonal Work:<\/strong> For those who come to work only for a limited period (for example in agriculture or tourism).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Innovative Start-ups:<\/strong> A special visa for those who want to open an innovative company in Italy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Visa for Family Reasons<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is for:<\/strong> It serves to reunite families. <strong>When it is used:<\/strong> It is used for &#8220;Family Reunification&#8221; (when a family member already lives in Italy and brings the family here) or for &#8220;Accompanying family members&#8221; (when everyone leaves together). <strong>Please note:<\/strong> This visa is highly protected. It can be denied only if the person represents a real threat to public order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Other Important Categories<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the &#8220;big 4&#8221;, there are other specific visas that you may need to apply for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Medical Treatment Visa:<\/strong> If you need to come to Italy for surgery or to undergo therapies in Italian hospitals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sports Competition Visa:<\/strong> For athletes who need to take part in competitions (a letter from CONI is required).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business Visa:<\/strong> If you are coming for business meetings, but not to be hired (do not confuse it with the work visa!).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elective Residence Visa:<\/strong> For those who have plenty of money, do not need to work and just want to live in Italy (for example wealthy pensioners).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Research Visa:<\/strong> For scientific researchers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Working Holiday Visa:<\/strong> For young people taking part in international exchanges (maximum duration 1 year).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"brb_collection_3943\"><\/div>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n!function(e){\n  var c = document.createElement(\"script\");\n  c.src = e;\n  document.body.appendChild(c);\n}(\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/proxy.php?id=3943&brb_callback=brb_\" + (new Date).getTime());\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SCHENGEN VISA AND A NATIONAL VISA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the part where many people get confused. Let&#8217;s simplify as much as possible. When you ask <strong>which visa to choose for Italy<\/strong>, you will hear about letters of the alphabet: A, C, D.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine these letters as clothing &#8220;sizes&#8221;, from the smallest to the largest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Type A Visa (Airport Transit)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is the tiniest. It is only for those who land at an Italian airport and need to take another plane to a country outside Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What you can do:<\/strong> Stay inside the airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What you CANNOT do:<\/strong> Leave the airport and visit the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Type C Visa (Uniform Schengen Visa &#8211; VSU)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is the &#8220;medium size&#8221;. It is the visa for short stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Up to 90 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where you can go:<\/strong> You can travel around all the countries in the Schengen area (Italy, France, Germany, Spain, etc.) without border checks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Golden rule:<\/strong> You can stay in the Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period (6 months). You cannot stay any longer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Type D Visa (National Visa &#8211; VN)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is the &#8220;large size&#8221;. It is the visa for long stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Over 90 days (from 91 to 365 days).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where you can go:<\/strong> It allows you to live in Italy and obtain the Residence Permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel:<\/strong> With this visa you can also travel to the other Schengen countries as a tourist, but only for a maximum of 90 days every six months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Simple summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Short holiday or business trip? -> <strong>Type C (Schengen)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relocating to live, study or work? -> <strong>Type D (National)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4a24b349\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-52d9ec1c gb-headline-text\"><strong>Rely on the 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4h16c1.1 0 2 .9 2 2v12c0 1.1-.9 2-2 2H4c-1.1 0-2-.9-2-2V6c0-1.1.9-2 2-2z\"\/><polyline points=\"22,6 12,13 2,6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:info@vistoperitalia.it\"><strong>info@vistoperitalia.it<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WHEN A BANK GUARANTEE IS NEEDED<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people discover at the last moment that obtaining the visa requires a &#8220;financial guarantee&#8221;. The Consulate often asks you: &#8220;How will you support yourself in Italy?&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not have a sky-high bank account or cash to show, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/en\/?page_id=11513\"><strong>Bank Guarantee<\/strong><\/a> comes into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In which cases is it required?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The law (the Directive of the Ministry of the Interior of 1 March 2000) states that the foreign national must demonstrate that they have the <strong>means of subsistence<\/strong>. This serves to guarantee to the Italian State that the person will not become a public financial burden and will have the money to eat, sleep and return home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is almost always required for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tourist Visa:<\/strong> If you are invited by an Italian friend or relative.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Study Visa:<\/strong> To demonstrate that you can support yourself during your studies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why does the Consulate ask for financial guarantees?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Consulate wants to be sure that the visitor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has enough money for the trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will not try to work illegally in order to survive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has the money for the return ticket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What happens if sufficient means are not demonstrated?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s simple: <strong>the visa is denied<\/strong>. If you cannot show cash or Traveller&#8217;s Cheques, the best solution is the <strong>Bank or Insurance Guarantee<\/strong>. It is a document in which a bank or an insurance company guarantees on your behalf the amount required by law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the tourist visa, the amount depends on how many days you stay (there is a Ministry Table A that sets the daily quotas). Presenting a reliable bank guarantee greatly increases your chances of obtaining the visa, because it is solid, recognised proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>COMMON MISTAKES WHEN CHOOSING A VISA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even the most careful people make mistakes. Here are the errors we see most often when people wonder <strong>which type of visa they need for Italy<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applying for the wrong visa for the wrong reason:<\/strong> A classic example: applying for a tourist visa when in fact you want to come to Italy to look for work. This is prohibited and dangerous. If you enter as a tourist, you cannot turn into a worker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confusing Duration and Validity:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> How many days you can actually stay in Italy (e.g. 15 days).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Validity:<\/strong> The time span in which you can use those days (e.g. from 1 August to 30 August).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Mistake:<\/em> Thinking you can stay until the end of the &#8220;validity&#8221; period even if you have used up your &#8220;duration&#8221; days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Missing documents:<\/strong> Forgetting the hotel booking, the mandatory health insurance or proof of financial means (the famous bank guarantee).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submitting the application too late:<\/strong> The new rules state that you can apply from 6 months up to 15 days before the trip. If you arrive at the last second, you risk not being able to leave.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-465ab27b\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-270ae49e\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-3873761c\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3873761c\">\n<style>.kb-image8413_cfed85-05 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image8413_cfed85-05 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/recensioni-google.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-7043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/recensioni-google.png 800w, https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/recensioni-google-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/recensioni-google-768x389.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-78c2d852\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-78c2d852\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c\"]{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8413_a8fdad-5c\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/testimonianze\/\"><strong>Curioso di sapere come lavoriamo? Dai un\u2019occhiata alle recensioni su Google e scopri le esperienze dei nostri clienti.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HOW TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF APPROVAL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you want the Consulate to say &#8220;Yes&#8221;? Follow this strategic advice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Be Consistent:<\/strong> The purpose of the trip must match the documents. If you say you are coming for tourism, you must have a hotel or an invitation letter for tourism, not a letter from a company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prove Your Financial Means:<\/strong> Leave no room for doubt. A clear insurance surety bond or a bank guarantee are strong evidence. Also add health insurance for medical treatment and hospital admissions (mandatory for many visas).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Correct invitation:<\/strong> If you are being hosted, the &#8220;Invitation Letter&#8221; must be filled in perfectly with all the details of the host and the guest, and the host must declare that they will guarantee board and lodging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Positive history:<\/strong> If you have already had visas in the past and respected them (you returned home on time), say so! This makes you a reliable traveller (&#8220;bona fide&#8221;) and you may obtain longer visas in the future (multiple entries).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1049_95d1da-e8\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): <strong>types of visa for Italy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the quick answers to the doubts that everyone has about <strong>types of visa for Italy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e3d4f1ba gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ff1a1431 gb-accordion__item gb-accordion__item-open\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-29607c40 gb-accordion__toggle gb-block-is-current\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-29607c40\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>What is the difference between a tourist visa and a national visa?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-a570fd99\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a570fd99\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> The tourist visa is Type C (short stay, max 90 days) and is valid for the whole Schengen area. The national visa is Type D (long stay, over 90 days) and is needed to relocate to Italy (work, long-term study, family).<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bdf6637b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-1dda5f59 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-1dda5f59\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Can I work with a tourist visa?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3da91369\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3da91369\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, absolutely not. The tourist visa does not allow you to carry out any paid work activity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-20d4cfb6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8b53d83b gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8b53d83b\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>How long does a Schengen visa last?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-aa9e1fad\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aa9e1fad\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The maximum length of stay is 90 days within a 180-day period.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-606251c9 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-106525db gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-106525db\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Can I convert a tourist visa into a residence permit?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-8fb7bf5b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8fb7bf5b\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In general, no. You have to return to your country and apply for the correct visa (for example for work) at the Italian Consulate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9d69a715 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3e6085d2 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3e6085d2\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Is a bank guarantee always needed?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-381c666d\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-381c666d\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is almost always required for tourism (if you are hosted by private individuals) and for study, in order to demonstrate your means of subsistence. Without financial guarantees, the visa is refused.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5eb74eb gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-115bfcc5 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-115bfcc5\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>How much does it cost to apply for a visa?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d6306aa3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d6306aa3\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost for a short-stay visa has risen to 80 euros. For children between 6 and 12 years old it costs 40 euros. It is free for children under 6, students and researchers in certain cases.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b5e9b4da gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c129b8e9 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c129b8e9\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>How long does it take to get the visa?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-23daee35\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23daee35\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a tourist visa, usually 15 to 45 days. 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It is granted in exceptional or humanitarian cases.<br><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-31669a14 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2fb39c63 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2fb39c63\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Who issues the visa?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-a2b56cce\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a2b56cce\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Italian Embassy or Consulate in the foreign citizen&#8217;s country of residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10. 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