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Bangladesh to Italy Visitor Visa Application Guide
Find out what documents you need to travel, visit family And friends, do business, or transit through Italy.
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What Is Schengen Visa?
The Schengen Visa is a type of visa that allows travelers to visit and travel within the Schengen Area, which is a group of 29 European countries that have abolished passport and other types of border control at their mutual borders. This means that a person with a Schengen Visa can move freely between these countries without having to go through immigration checks at the border.
To obtain a Schengen Visa, applicants need to apply at the embassy or consulate of the country they intend to visit or spend most of their time in. The visa allows for a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period and can be used for tourism, business, or other purposes. However, the visa does not grant the holder the right to work or study in the Schengen Area.
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Here Are The Schengen Area Countries As Of March 2024:
Schengen Area signifies a zone where 29 European countries abolished their internal borders(countries of Schengen agreement). Here is the list of the countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia , Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. These countries apply common policies in terms of short-term visas.
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Visa Exemption for Italy
Citizens from specific countries and regions don’t need a visa to stay in Italy for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This applies if they’re coming for tourism, business, missions, or other reasons like study, sports, or religious purposes.
- For Taiwan, you need a passport with an identity card number.
- For citizens of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, and Ukraine, the visa waiver only applies to biometric passport holders.
- Serbian citizens with passports from the Serbian Coordination Directorate are not eligible for the visa waiver.
- People from San Marino and the Holy See don’t need a visa for any reason.
- For UK citizens, the visa waiver also covers stays for paid employment of up to 90 days.
Key Points for Italy Visitor Visa >>>
Do you need a visa to travel to Italy?
To visit Italy, Bangladeshi citizens will need a Schengen visa.
Italy visa application is made online or offline?
The visa application process is offline. You can complete the application form online/offline. After filling out the form, print the completed version, sign it, and bring it to the Italian Embassy/Consulate or Visa Application Centre.
Do I need to give biometrics?
Yes, biometrics are required to obtain a visa.
Is there an interview required to obtain Italy visa?
No, an interview is not usually required to obtain a Italy visa.
What is the maximum length of stay permitted on a visit visa?
On a visit visa, you can stay for up to 90 days.
What kind of visa will we acquire from Italy?
It will be a physical sticker visa, which will be affixed to a page in your passport.
Current Visa fees: (Updated on 15-01-2025)
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CATEGORY |
FEES IN EURO |
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Visa Fee |
90 |
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VFS Global Service Charge |
38 |
Note:
- Visa fees and VFS Global Service Charge are waived for children under 6 years for short stay (C-type) visas.
- Children aged 6-12 years are charged a visa fee of 45 Euro for short stay (C-type) visas.
- Biometric data submission is required for all short stay Schengen visa (C) applicants.
- Children aged 0-12 years are exempt from fingerprinting.
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Step-by-step guide
Let us walk you through the process
- First, figure out the visa you need and check if you qualify. Know the required documents, processing time, and fees. Follow the guidelines for your visa category.
- If your documents aren’t in English, get them translated before applying.
- When you are prepared, download the appropriate application form (D Type for Long Term or C Type for Short Term). Alternatively, you can complete the online visa application form (E-@application) for only short-term visas, fill it out, print it, and submit it to the Visa Application Centre.
- Also, bring the required documents listed in the visa category checklist.
- After completing your visa form, you can drop it off at the visa application center with an appointment.
- Make sure to check the opening hours before visiting.
- Once you’ve submitted your application, you’ll need to pay your visa application fee.
- If you download and print the form to bring to the Visa Application Centre, you’ll pay the fee during your appointment.
- You’ll receive a phone call (if reachable at the provided contact number) when your decision is back at the Visa Application Centre.
- For more detailed tracking, opt for SMS and email updates (with a fee).
- Alternatively, track your visa status online using the Reference Number from the invoice/receipt along with your last name.
- You can pick up your passport at the Application Centre, or use the VFS center-to-center courier service.
- Adults must collect their own passports, while legal guardians can pick up passports for applicants under 18. Bring the original receipt and a photo ID for collection.
- Check with the Visa Application Centre during opening hours for available document collection options.
DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
Here is a complete list of documents you’ll need when applying for a Visitor Visa to visit Italy for various purposes, such as Tourist, holidays, visiting friends/family, attending a wedding, and more.
- Visa Application Form:
- Fill out the Schengen (“C”-Type) visa application form in either English or Italian.
- Sign it, and if you’re a minor, get both parents or your legal guardian to sign it too.
- Passport:
- Bring your original passport plus a copy of pages 2 and 3.
- Make sure your passport is valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure from the Schengen area.
- Keep at least two blank pages in your passport.
- Photographs:
- Get two recent, identical photos in the specified format with a white background.
- They should be taken within the last 6 months.
- Invitation Letter (if visiting family or friends in Italy):
- Download the format from the VFS webpage.
- Include proof of your relationship with the person inviting you.
- Provide a copy of their ID and residence permit if they’re not Italian.
- Employment Documents (if working):
- If employed, bring an original employment letter in English on company letterhead.
- Include details about your company, position, salary, and approval for leave.
- Self-Employed Applicants:
- Provide your trade license, incorporation certificate, income tax return, TIN certificate, and the last 6 months’ company bank statement.
- Student Applicants:
- Show proof of enrollment and a certificate of leave if traveling during the school year.
- If it’s a school trip, include a letter from the school stating the purpose, duration, and destination.
- Proof of Financial Means:
- Show your personal bank statement for the last 6 months.
- Include any other proof of financial ability, like credit card statements.
- If you lack sufficient funds, get a bank guarantee from an Italian bank.
- Travel Itinerary:
- Book a return airline ticket and provide the booking details.
- Accommodation Documents:
- Show hotel confirmation or any document proving where you’ll stay during your entire visit.
- Travel Insurance:
- Get insurance covering the entire Schengen area, including medical fees, hospitalization, and repatriation costs up to 30,000 Euros.
- Civil Status Documents:
- If married, provide a translated marriage certificate.
- For divorced applicants, bring a translated divorce certificate.
- For widows and widowers, provide the death certificate of your spouse in English.
- Minors Applying for Visa:
- If you’re a minor, get consent from both parents or your custodian.
- Include photocopies of your parents’ or legal guardian’s passports.
- Show proof of their financial means.
- Provide your original birth certificate issued by the relevant authority.
- Include documents proving the “legal guardian” status from Bangladeshi Courts.
- Non-Bangladeshi Applicants:
- If you’re not from Bangladesh, bring your Bangladeshi Residence Permit valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area.
Note:
- To speed up your submission at the center, make photocopies of your documents on A4 size paper.
- Also, make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the submission date.
- Download the sample Tourist Visa Invitation letter by clicking here.
Purpose of Visit Documents:
- Completed Schengen visa application form.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended stay.
- Two recent passport-sized photos.
- Proof of travel arrangements (flight itinerary, hotel reservations, etc.).
- Travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least €30,000.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay in Italy.
- Itinerary of the planned activities during the visit.
- Proof of ties to your home country (such as employment letter, property ownership, etc.).
- Completed Schengen visa application form.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended stay.
- Two recent passport-sized photos.
- Invitation letter from the Italian company or organization hosting the business visit.
- Proof of business purpose (such as conference registration, meeting schedules, etc.).
- Travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least €30,000.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay in Italy.
- Itinerary of the planned business activities during the visit.
- Proof of ties to your home country (such as employment letter, property ownership, etc.).
- Completed Schengen visa application form.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended stay.
- Two recent passport-sized photos.
- Invitation letter from the host in Italy, including their ID or residence permit copy.
- Proof of relationship with the host (such as birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.).
- Travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least €30,000.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay in Italy.
- Itinerary of the planned activities during the visit.
- Proof of ties to your home country (such as employment letter, property ownership, etc.).
- Completed Schengen visa application form.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended stay.
- Two recent passport-sized photos.
- Medical certificate from the treating physician indicating the need for treatment in Italy.
- Appointment confirmation from the medical institution in Italy.
- Travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least €30,000.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the medical expenses and stay in Italy.
- Itinerary of the planned medical treatment period.
- Completed Schengen visa application form.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended stay.
- Two recent passport-sized photos.
- Invitation or registration documents for the cultural or sports event in Italy.
- Travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least €30,000.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay in Italy.
- Itinerary of the planned activities during the visit.
- Proof of ties to your home country (such as employment letter, property ownership, etc.).
You can also download the document checklist, please click here
Note: It is important to note that these are just some of the most common types of visitor visas for Italy. The specific requirements for obtaining a visa will vary depending on your nationality and your reason for travel. You can find more information about the different types of Italian visas and how to apply for one on the website of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
VISA APPLICATION FORMS
Before submitting your visa application, please review the list of required documents. The guidelines provided on this website will assist you in preparing your documents accurately, reducing the risk of your visa application being rejected due to incorrect or insufficient documentation.
Italian Visa Application Form For Schengen Visa (C-Type)
Note:
- Please print this form on an A4 paper
- If you’re a family member of an EU, EEA, or CH citizen, you don’t need to complete fields 21, 22, 30, 31, and 32 (marked with *).
- Just fill in fields 1-3 based on the information in your travel document.
Italian Online Schengen Visa Application Form (E-Application)
E-Application is the Italian online tool for filling out your Schengen visa application form.
When using E-@pplication:
E-@pplication is for short visits up to 90 days in Schengen countries. For longer stays, like studies or work, please contact the Italian Embassy or Consulate directly; E-@pplication won’t work for those applications.
To use E-@pplication, ensure you have:
- HTML5 and CSS3 compatible browsers,
- Adobe Acrobat Reader 10,
- a printer.
Before filling out the form, gather these documents:
- Valid travel document (must be valid for at least three months after your planned trip),
- Travel or flight schedule,
- Hotel reservation if applicable,
- Letter of invitation if applicable.
Remember, the travel document must have been issued (not extended) in the past 10 years for visa endorsement.
Important:
- All answers must be written using Latin letters. The online application form is currently available in Italian or English. Once you start filling out the form, stick to the chosen language. Changing it will erase previous entries.
- When entering dates, use the following format: year (4 digits) – month (2 digits) – day (2 digits), separated by hyphens (-).
- You can save your application on your computer by putting in your family name and date of birth. Just click “Save data” at the bottom left of the page.
VISA APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
The process for applying for Italian visitor visa from Bangladesh typically involves the following steps:
- Identify Visa Type:
- Determine the type of visa you need (short-term or long-term) and ensure you meet the qualifications.
- Understand the required documents, processing time, and fees for your specific visa category.
- Begin Your Application:
- Download the appropriate application form: D Type for Long Term or C Type for Short Term, Fill it out, print it, and submit it to the Visa Application Centre.
- Alternatively, complete the online visa application form (E-@application) for short-term visas. Fill it out, Print the form containing the 2D barcode, and Take the form to an Italian Representation Office or Visa Application Centre.
- Gather the required documents listed in the visa category checklist.
- Book an Appointment:
- After completing your visa form, submit it at the Visa Application Centre with an appointment.
- Check the opening hours of the Visa Application Centre before visiting.
- Pay Your Fees:
- Pay the visa application fee. If you download and print the form, you’ll pay the fee during your appointment.
- Submit your application:
- Submit your visa application and supporting documents to the visa officer at the embassy/consulate or Visa Application Centre.
- They will verify your documents and may ask you additional questions if necessary.
- Track Your Application:
- You will receive a phone call (if reachable at the provided contact number) when your decision is back at the Visa Application Centre.
- Opt for SMS and email updates for more detailed tracking (may involve a fee).
- Track your visa status online using the Reference Number from the invoice/receipt along with your last name.
- Collect Your Passport:
- Pick up your passport at the Visa Application Centre or use the VFS center-to-center courier service.
- Adults must collect their own passports, while legal guardians can pick up passports for applicants under 18.
- Bring the original receipt and a photo ID for collection.
- Check with the Visa Application Centre during opening hours for available document collection options.
Important Information about E-@pplication:
- To print a visa application, fill out the form, answer all questions, and sign it before printing. The printout includes the application form and barcodes with your E-@pplication-encrypted data.
- To apply for a visa, you can’t do it online. Go to the Italian Embassy or Consulate or a designated external service provider. Bring these documents:
- Signed visa application form
- Barcodes with your E-@pplication-encrypted data
- Any extra papers needed for your specific visa.
E-Application(Online) is for short-term Schengen visas (up to 90 days). For longer stays (e.g., studies, work, family reunion), contact the Italian Embassy or Consulate directly.