{"id":11501,"date":"2023-06-25T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-25T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/?p=11501"},"modified":"2023-06-25T12:30:00","modified_gmt":"2023-06-25T10:30:00","slug":"visa-italy-eritrea-invitation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/en\/visa-italy-eritrea-invitation\/","title":{"rendered":"Visa for Italy from Eritrea on the invitation of an Italian citizen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you an Eritrean citizen who wishes to visit Italy? This article gives you a detailed guide on how to obtain a visa for Italy from Eritrea, on the invitation of an Italian citizen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will explore the requirements and the procedure, and provide all the information you need about <a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/ambasciata_asmara\/it\/header\/contatti\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Italian Embassy in Eritrea,<\/a> as well as the applicable legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visa requirements<\/strong> To obtain a visa for Italy from Eritrea, you must meet a number of requirements set by the Italian authorities. Some of the common requirements include a valid passport, an invitation letter from an Italian citizen, a hotel reservation or an invitation to stay at a private residence, financial documents proving your ability to support the trip, and health insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Procedure to obtain the visa<\/strong> The procedure to obtain a visa for Italy from Eritrea involves a few key steps. First, you will need to fill in a visa application form, available at the Italian Embassy in Eritrea or on its website. You will have to provide personal information, the purpose of your trip, details of your stay and other relevant information.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, you will need to book an appointment at <a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/ambasciata_asmara\/it\/header\/contatti\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>the Italian Embassy in Eritrea <\/strong><\/a>to submit the required documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Schengen visa:<\/strong> Italy is part of the Schengen Area, which allows citizens of many countries to travel freely between the member states without needing a visa. However, foreign nationals of Eritrea do not enjoy this facility and must apply for a Schengen visa at the Italian embassy or consulate in their country of residence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Requirements for the tourist invitation:<\/strong> The tourist invitation is a document proving that the foreign national has been invited by an Italian resident or citizen for tourism purposes. The Italian host must provide an invitation letter containing the relevant information, such as their personal details, their address of residence in Italy, the dates of the visit, the tourist intent and confirmation of financial support during the visitor&#8217;s stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Required documentation: <\/strong>For the tourist invitation, the Italian Embassy usually requires the following documents:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Invitation letter: <\/strong>It must contain the information mentioned above and must be signed and dated by the host.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Copy of the host&#8217;s passport: <\/strong>You must provide a copy of the host&#8217;s passport as proof of identity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proof of financial means:<\/strong> You must demonstrate that you have sufficient financial means to cover the expenses of your stay in Italy. This can be proven through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/en\/?page_id=11506\"><strong>bank guarantee as proof of sufficient financial means to cover your expenses during your stay in Italy.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medical insurance:<\/strong> You must provide proof of medical insurance covering medical expenses during your stay in Italy. Make sure the insurance is valid for the entire period of your stay in Italy. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vistoperitalia.it\/en\/?page_id=11515\"><strong>Valid health insurance covering the period of your stay<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation:<\/strong> You must provide a copy of the hotel reservation or a confirmation of accommodation to demonstrate that the visitor will have a place to stay during the visit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After submitting the application, you will have to pay a non-refundable visa fee. The amount of the fee varies depending on the type of visa requested, and you can find up-to-date information on the website of the Italian Embassy in Eritrea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applicable legislation<\/strong> The legislation governing the issuance of a visa for Italy from Eritrea is mainly the Schengen Visa Code. The Schengen Agreement is an agreement between many European countries, including Italy, that allows the free movement of people within the member states.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Italian Embassy in Eritrea is responsible for applying these rules. You can find further details and information about the procedure on the embassy&#8217;s website. It is important to bear in mind that the rules and requirements may be subject to change, so it is advisable always to check the most recent information before submitting your visa application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Italian Embassy in Eritrea<\/strong> The Italian Embassy in Eritrea plays a key role in issuing visas for Italy. It is located in the capital, Asmara, and is the main point of contact for Eritrean citizens who wish to obtain an Italian visa.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How can I contact the Italian Embassy in Eritrea? Where is it located?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9ceac061\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-53c99f91 gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Offices of the Embassy of Italy in Asmara<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d\"]{padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d\"] 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-heading2377_2ef57a-4d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2377_2ef57a-4d\">Via 171-1-171 N. 11<br>P.O. Box 220<br>Tel: 00291 1 120160 \/ 120213<br>Fax: 00291 1 121115<br>E.mail: ambasciata.asmara@esteri.it<br>PEC: amb.asmara@cert.esteri.it<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications, duly completed and accompanied by the required documentation, may be submitted at the Visa counter from Monday to Friday from 9.30 to 12.30 and on Tuesdays from 15.00 to 16.30 by prior telephone appointment (+2911121852&nbsp; from 08.00 to 17.00 on working days).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/ambasciata_asmara\/it\/header\/contatti\"><strong>the Italian Embassy,<\/strong><\/a> you will find competent and helpful staff who can guide you through the visa application process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is advisable to contact the embassy or visit its <a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/ambasciata_asmara\/it\/header\/contatti\">official website <\/a>to obtain the most up-to-date information on procedures, opening hours and appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8d791fc3\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c76f45-b5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c76f45-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c76f45-b5\"]{padding-bottom:0px;margin-bottom:10px;text-align:center;font-size:25px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c76f45-b5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c76f45-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c76f45-b5\"] 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-heading_c76f45-b5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c76f45-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c76f45-b5\"] 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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-heading_236b6e-8e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_236b6e-8e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_236b6e-8e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_236b6e-8e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_236b6e-8e\"><strong>Rispondiamo <\/strong>in orario di ufficio entro 5 minuti!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Obtaining a visa for Italy from Eritrea is a process that requires the correct documentation and compliance with the procedures established <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/it\/servizi-consolari-e-visti\/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero\/visti\/\">by the Embassy of Italy in Asmara, <\/a><\/strong>which is the only European Union representation able to issue Schengen visas in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visa Application Procedure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Official information on the requirements and the application procedure is available on the &#8220;Visa for Italy&#8221; portal: <a href=\"http:\/\/vistoperitalia.esteri.it\/home.aspx\">http:\/\/vistoperitalia.esteri.it\/home.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To submit a visa application, applicants must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the application form and gather all the required documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Book a free appointment by calling the Embassy switchboard at (+291 1 121528) on working days from 08:00 to 17:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appear in person at the Embassy visa counter from Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the visa fee, which is <strong>90 euros<\/strong>, payable exclusively in the local currency Nakfa at the exchange rate set quarterly by the Bank of Italy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required Documentation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting the required documentation, which cannot be sent by email or other communication channels. Only documents submitted in person at the Embassy are accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most requested visa types and the relevant documentation are available at the consular office and include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tourism<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medical treatment<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The invitation form for Italy, required for certain visa types, can be downloaded online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Application Processing Times<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All visa applications for Eritrean citizens are subject to a <strong>Schengen clearance (nulla osta)<\/strong> procedure lasting 7 calendar days, to which must be added the time needed to process the application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend taking this period into account when planning your appointment and submitting your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Important Regulatory Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of <strong>3 August 2023<\/strong>, paper-format residence cards for family members of EU citizens are no longer valid under Regulation (EU) 2019\/1157. Holders of these documents must therefore apply for a <strong>type D visa for joint EU family reasons<\/strong> in order to enter Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Foreign nationals who have already applied to update their residence document and have not yet received the updated document can re-enter Italy on a direct flight by showing the renewal receipt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Obtaining a visa for Italy from Eritrea requires proper preparation and compliance with the procedures established <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ambasmara.esteri.it\/it\/servizi-consolari-e-visti\/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero\/visti\/\">by the Embassy of Italy in Asmara. <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure you have all the necessary documentation and plan your trip well in advance to avoid delays.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A detailed guide on how to obtain a tourist 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