Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Issued for short-term stays for those applicants who intend to visit the country with the purpose of tourism, leisure, sightseeing or for those foreign citizens who have relatives/friends and acquaintances living in Italy.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 day to 5 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
€45 (~$54) - €90 (~$107)
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Eligible individuals
Visitor, tourist, relative, family member, friend, acquaintance, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€45 (~$54) - €90 (~$107)
Eligible individuals
Visitor, family, relative, friend
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€45 (~$54) - €90 (~$107)
Eligible individuals
Participant in pilgrimage to Rome
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€45 (~$54) - €90 (~$107)
Last updated 2026-04-13
Travel purpose:
Tourism
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