Last updated 16 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for reunification with Italian or EU citizens D in Italy for Indian citizens
Visa for reunion with Italian citizens
Visa for reunification with Italian or EU citizens — what you need to know
Visa applicants for family reunification with EU/EEA citizens or Italian citizens residing in Italy have to request a National Visa to be converted into a residence permit. The following categories have the right to family reunification: the spouse, the registered partner, direct descendants under the age of 21 or dependents and dependent direct ascendants.
Eligible individuals:
- Spouse
- Registered partner
- Descendant
- Ascendant
- Family
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 2 months to 3 months. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
D
Type of visa
National visa
Category
Family visas