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Visa application

Non-EU citizens must apply for a student visa at the Italian Consulate of their jurisdiction.

Below you will find a list of the main documents required to apply for a visa for study purposes, but general requirements and required documents change depending on the country of origin and other aspects. For the most updated information, please refer to the Visa portal on the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website or specific websites of Diplomatic/Consular delegations in your country.

It is important to note that the submission of the required documentation does not automatically guarantee visa issuance. Upon entering Italy and the Schengen Area, even if you have a visa, Border Authorities are authorised once again to check the documents required for the visa application.

Documents required for student visa application

    • Entry visa application form > https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/Moduli/it/Formulario Visto Nazionale.pdf
    • Recent passport-size photograph;
    • Passport (or other valid travel document) valid for at least three months after visa;
    • Enrollment or pre-enrollment in a University course;
    • Proof of accommodation in Italy;
    • Bank statement, proving that you have financial support (at least €27,89 per day, a total of €864,59 per month) and proof of the availability of the financial means needed for repatriation;
    • Adequate health insurance coverage for medical treatment and hospitalisation. If you do not have insurance, you can purchase it through us at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, we offer “Guard.me” insurance, which costs 15 € per week. You can find here the key points.
    • Proof of adequate knowledge of Italian or English depending on the language of the program.

If the student is a minor, they must have the consent of expatriation signed by each of the parental authorities, or in their absence, by the legal guardian.

Can I work on a student Visa?

Students in possession of a student visa can work in Italy up to a maximum of 20 hours per week, as long as the job does not conflict with the schedule of the course.