Italian Business Visa Requirements for Indian Citizens:
A valid passport and visa are required to travel to this destination. All applicants are required to appear in person at the nearest Italian Consulate to obtain a visa.
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Passport Requirements: Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for visa stamp(s). Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visa stamps.
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Italian Visa Application Form:
One visa application form per applicant properly completed and signed. Signature must be original on each application. Application must be completed in person at the embassy or consulate.
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Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
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Letter Of Invitation from Italy: A letter of invitation from sponsor (either host company or individual) explaining the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel. In addition, the letter must indicate the length of stay, place of stay, and contact information.
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Business Letter:
Letter from employer or sponsoring company, on company letterhead, introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit to Italy. The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in host country.
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Proof Of Departure: Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
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Medical Requirements: Valid health/accidental insurance with full international coverage in Italy with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros (approximately $45,000 US).
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Financial Requirements: Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in destination such as pay stubs, traveler's cheques, and/or most recent bank statement.
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Residency Status: Copy of US Permanent Resident Card or valid visa. US visa holders should have original I-94 or I-20 stapled to their passport.
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Special Instructions: All aliens who enter Italy legally, including those who are not required to hold a visa, must comply with the rules governing the stay of aliens in Italy, and are required to report their presence on Italian territory to the local Central Police Station ('Questura') of the province in which they are staying within 8 working days from the date of entry, and apply for a residence permit ('permesso di soggiorno') pursuant to article 5 of Law 286/1998. Aliens requesting this residence permit are required to be fingerprinted. It is this residence permit ('permesso di soggiorno') alone, which is issued for the reason and for the period indicated on the visa, which authorizes an alien to stay in Italy.
Italy Visa Validity: Visas are usually valid at the discretion of the consulate.
Italian Tourist Visa Requirements for Indian Citizens:
A valid passport and visa are required to travel to this destination. All applicants are required to appear in person at the nearest Italian Consulate to obtain a visa.
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Passport Requirements: Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for visa stamp(s). Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visa stamps.
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Italian Visa Application Form:
One visa application form per applicant properly completed and signed. Signature must be original on each application. Application must be completed in person at the embassy or consulate.
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Photo Requirements: One recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
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Other Forms: An original letter of employment, certifying that the applicant is an employee of the company and in good standing. The letter must indicate the dates for which leave was approved and the intended date of return to the company.
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Letter Of Invitation from Italy: If staying with friends or family, you must submit a notarized invitation from your host, with a copy of their passport and 'persmesso di soggiorno.' lf your host is Italian, the
Host Declaration and copy of passport can be faxed to appropriate consulate in US (no need to notarize).
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Proof Of Departure: Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline tickets. A signed letter on the travel agency's letterhead confirming round-trip booking may also be acceptable.
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Hotel Confirmation: A copy of confirmed hotel and/or cruise reservation(s.) If staying in various hotels, please provide copies of each reservation. A letter from inviting family member or friend is required if they are providing accommodations to the applicant.
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Minors: Both parents have to appear in person and sign the application in front of a consular employee. A child (under 18) who is not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must provide a notarized letter of consent signed by the non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian authorizing the Italian consulate to issue a visa to the minor. A copy of the child's birth certificate and guardianship or custody agreement documents are also required.
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Medical Requirements: Valid health/accidental insurance with full international coverage in Italy with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros (approximately $45,000 US).
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Financial Requirements: Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in destination such as pay stubs, traveler's cheques, and/or most recent bank statement.
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Residency Status: Copy of US Permanent Resident Card or valid visa. US visa holders should have original I-94 or I-20 stapled to their passport.
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Special Instructions: All aliens who enter Italy legally, including those who are not required to hold a visa, must comply with the rules governing the stay of aliens in Italy, and are required to report their presence on Italian territory to the local Central Police Station ('Questura') of the province in which they are staying within 8 working days from the date of entry, and apply for a residence permit ('permesso di soggiorno') pursuant to article 5 of Law 286/1998. Aliens requesting this residence permit are required to be fingerprinted. It is this residence permit ('permesso di soggiorno') alone, which is issued for the reason and for the period indicated on the visa, which authorizes an alien to stay in Italy.
Italian Transit Travel Requirements for Indian Citizens:
If traveler intends to pass through immigration, a transit visa may be required. Please confirm with your travel agent or airline to determine if the itinerary is for direct airside transit. A visa is not required for direct airside transit through this destination. Traveler must be in possession of a valid passport and onward ticket, and must remain in the airport's transit area.
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Passport Requirements: Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, and with at least one blank visa page available for stamp(s).
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Proof Of Departure: Confirmed onward airline ticket.
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Residency Status: Original of US Permanent Resident Card (if applicable) or valid visa. US visa holders should have original I-94 or I-20 stapled to their passport.
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Other Requirements: Valid onward destination visas (if applicable).
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Special Instructions: If traveler intends to pass through immigration, a visa may be required. Please confirm with your travel agent or airline to determine if the itinerary is for direct airside transit.