Get Italy Visa Online

Required Documents

Required Documents for Italy Visa :

• Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages along with all old passports if any;
• Visa Application form;
• Scanned recent 2 color photograph (Photo Specifications) taken against a white background.
• Confirmed return flight ticket
• Hotel reservation or invitation letter (if visiting family or friends)
• Birth certificate for minors (below 14 years)
• Personal Cover Letter (on plain paper for employed individuals, on company letterhead for self-employed individuals)
• Original, updated bank statement for the last 6 months
• Income tax returns or Form 16 for the last 3 years
• Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000

Kindly note: The government is very strict about photograph requirements. Please ensure that your photos meet the specifications for a successful Italy Tourist Visa application.

Documentation Requirements for Various Categories:

1. If Employed:
– Leave Sanctioned Certificate: Company seal indicating approval for leave.
– Salary Slips: Last 3 months.

2. If Self Employed:
– Business Proof: Registration License/MOA/Partnership deed.
– Company Bank Statement: Stamped & updated for the last 6 months with a bank seal.
– Company’s Income Tax Returns: Last 3 years.

3. If Retired:
– Retirement Proof: Pension book, statement, etc.

4. If Student:
– ID Card: From school, college, or institute.

5. If Minor:
– Birth Certificate: Showing names of both parents.
– Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC):
– If traveling with one parent, a letter of consent from the other parent must be legalized.
– If traveling alone or without either parent, a notarized letter of consent from both parents permitting travel.
– Death Certificate: If one or both parents are deceased.
– ID Proof: Of parents.

6. If Visiting Friend or Relative:
– Invitation Letter: Stating the relationship with the inviter, purpose of visit, and assurance of housing and related expenses during the stay.
– ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit.
– Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill.

7. If Sponsored:
– Sponsorship Letter: Providing visitor details, purpose, relationship, length of stay, travel dates, and any additional necessary information.
– ID Proof of Sponsor: Passport or Resident Permit.
– Address Proof of Sponsor: Utility bill.
– Proof of Financial Support: Updated bank statement, pay slips.

8. For Business Visa:
– Introduction/Recommendation Letter from:
– One of the Chambers of Commerce and Industries, Government of India.
– Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India.
– Export Promotion Council of India.
– Reference number from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Italy.
– Registration Certificate: From the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India.
– Income Tax Documents: Last 3 years.
– Company Letter: Addressed to the embassy, introducing the businessman for visa issuance.
– Invitation Letter: From the local partner or prospect local partner company in Italy.

Note: The Embassy/Consul General reserves the right to request additional information or documents and may ask for a personal interview with the applicant.

Eligibility Criteria for Italy VISA Major Questions Asked

• Reason for Visit
• Stay Duration
• Type of Passport you hold
• Other Country you might travel to from Italy if applicable
• Permit for the said country you might travel to from Italy if applicable

Steps to Get Italy VISA

1. Upload Documents

You need to submit your documents to us via email or WhatsApp. You can mail us on our email address info@comfortmytravel.com with a soft copy of all mentioned documents. Post Document approval, Italy VISA process will begin.

Note – *Do not book any tickets till VISA issued.

 2. Pay Online

You can make the payment by choosing various payment modes for online transaction.

3. Process Your Application

We verify your documents then complete for online application and schedule your appointment.

4. Submit Biometrics

You have to attend the appointment to submit biometrics and documents.

5. Visa Delivery

You will get your Italy visa at your doorstep.

Italy Visa Faqs

• What is Italy Schengen visa?

The Italy Schengen visa is a special type of visa that permits travel among all Schengen countries, including Italy, for up to 90 days. This visa allows travelers to explore Italy and any of the other 25 Schengen countries with just one visa, making it a dream come true for travelers.

• The Schengen Visa is valid for which countries?

A Schengen Visa, issued by a consulate or embassy of a Schengen State, is valid for travel to all 26 countries within the Schengen Area, including the European territory of Italy, unless otherwise specified on the visa sticker. Therefore, you do not need an additional visa to enter or stay in Italy. However, you must have documentary evidence to justify the reasons for your stay and your means of support. The Schengen Area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

• Is my Italian Schengen Visa application for only Italy?

No, the embassy/consulate issues a visa not only for Italy but for the entire Schengen Area, allowing the visa holder to visit any of the 26 member countries under the Schengen Agreement.

• How long can I stay in the Schengen area on the basis of my visa?

The Schengen Visa is a short-stay visa in the form of a sticker affixed to your passport. A “short stay” is defined as “90 days within any 180-day period,” meaning you can stay for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day timeframe. The exact length of your Schengen Visa’s validity is specified on the visa sticker under “Duration of visit.” A single-entry visa allows you to enter the Schengen Area only once, indicated by “1” under “Number of entries” on the visa sticker. A two-entry or multiple-entry visa permits two or multiple entries during the visa’s validity, indicated by “02” or “MULT” under “Number of entries.”

• Can I reapply for a Schengen Visa if my previous application was refused?

Yes, you are free to reapply for a Schengen Visa if your previous application was refused.

• What is a Schengen Visa cover letter?

A Schengen Visa cover letter summarizes your intention to travel to a country within the Schengen Area. In this letter, you should include:

• The purpose of your trip
• Dates and destinations of your travel
• How your trip will be financed
• Day-by-day itinerary of your journey
• Duration of your stay
• Can I extend my Schengen Visa while in Italy as a short-stay visa holder?

No, you cannot extend your short-stay visa while in Italy, except in special circumstances. Exceeding the permitted period of stay is considered illegal. Instead, you must return to your home country within the allowed timeframe and apply for another Italy Visa if needed.

• When should I apply for a Schengen Visa before my intended visit?

You can submit your Schengen visa application up to 90 days before your departure date. It’s advisable to apply at least 20 working days before your planned departure, as certain travel purposes may require longer processing times. Typically, Schengen Visa applications are processed within 5-15 working days from your appointment date.

• How long does it take to obtain an Italy Visa?

Generally, an Italy Visa (Schengen Visa) takes between 5 to 15 days to process at the Italy Embassy/Consulate. The processing time for an Italy Visa may vary based on multiple factors and is subject to change without prior notice at the consulate’s discretion.

• Is it mandatory for me to take an appointment for an Italy Visa application?

Yes, scheduling an appointment is necessary for applying for an Italy Visa to complete biometric registration and submit your visa documents.

• Why is personal appearance mandatory for Italy Visa?

Since November 2nd, 2015, with the implementation of the Visa Information System (VIS), all Schengen visa applicants in India must appear in person to provide biometric data, including fingerprints and digital photography. The photograph can either be taken digitally during the application process or scanned from an existing one. For subsequent applications within 5 years, fingerprints can be reused from the previous VIS application file. If there is doubt about the applicant’s identity, the consulate may collect fingerprints again within this 5-year period. Additionally, applicants can request new fingerprint collection if it cannot be immediately confirmed that fingerprints were collected within the specified period.

• Do I need to have purchase travel insurance?

Yes, you must have purchased travel insurance. Applicants must demonstrate that they possess sufficient and valid travel insurance to cover expenses related to repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical treatment, emergency hospitalization, or death during their stay(s) in the Schengen Member States. The insurance must be valid across all Member States and cover the entire duration of the person’s planned stay or transit. The minimum coverage required is EUR 30,000.

You can easily contact us on +918400000090 or info@comfortmytravel.com for any query related to the Italy VISA application or to apply for the same. Our Representatives will be available for you at all times for any further guidance you might require for the Italy VISA Applications.

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Visa Services – Terms & Conditions

• Visa application fees and service charges are non-refundable, even if the visa application is rejected.
• The approval, rejection, and processing time of visa applications are solely at the discretion of immigration authorities, and we do not control these outcomes.
• Visa applications may take longer than usual to process, depending on immigration authorities.
• Immigration and Comfort My Travel may request additional documents on a case-by-case basis.
• Prices are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice.
• Visa application processing will commence only after all required documents are verified and full payment is received.
• Visas issued for visit, business, transit, or tourist purposes do not permit employment in the destination country.
• Comfort My Travel reserves the right to refuse applications at its discretion and is not liable for processing times or visa rejections by immigration authorities.
• The traveller or customer is responsible for any penalties imposed by the destination country.
• Additional charges for services such as document courier, photograph development, and attestation must be borne by the applicant.