Italy

Visa Information

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For Indian citizens travelling to Italy for short-term business activities (meetings, negotiations, company visits).

Requirement	Details
Passport	Valid for at least 3 months beyond date of return; minimum 2 blank pages and issued within past 10 years. (VFS Global)
Visa application form	Fully completed and signed according to passport.
Photo	Two colour photos, 35 × 45 mm, white background, 70-80% of face visible. (Atlys)
Covering letter (Indian company)	Original, on company letter-head, detailed purpose of travel, stamps.
Invitation letter	Copy of invitation from Italian company/partner, with invitee ID copy.
Personal financials	Personal bank statements last 6 months (stamped/signature).
Company financials	Company bank statements last 6 months, company ITRs last 3 years.
Salary slips	Last 6 months, stamped & signed.
Company registration	Copy of company registration; if in a foreign language, must be translated & notarised.
Return airfare	Confirmed return air ticket.

For Indian citizens visiting Italy for leisure, sightseeing, or family/friend visit (short-stay Schengen).

Requirement	Details
Passport	Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay; 2 blank pages. (VFS Global)
Photo	Two colour photos, 35 × 45 mm, white background, 70-80% face visible. (Atlys)
Covering letter	From applicant (and employer if employed) stating purpose & duration.
Accommodation & travel proof	Hotel booking as per travel dates & confirmed return ticket.
Financial proof	Personal & company bank statements last 6 months (for employed); ITR last 3 years.
Salary slips	If employed, last 3 months with stamps/signatures.
Company registration	Company registration copy where applicable.
Travel insurance	Schengen‐compliant insurance covering minimum €30,000 for health/emergency.

For Indian citizens travelling to Italy for religious missions or participation in organised pilgrimages/activities.

Requirement	Details
Passport	Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay; proper Schengen format.
Application + photos	Short-stay visa application form, recent passport-type photos.
Religious credentials	Letter from sponsoring religious organisation/mission in Italy specifying purpose, dates, financial support.
Return ticket/travel proof	Confirmed return airfare or travel plan.
Insurance & subsistence proof	Insurance for duration; proof of means to cover living expenses.
Original documentation	All major documents in original; applicant often required to submit in person (no agent).