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Study Visa for Internships (Type D)
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Study Visa for Internships (Type D)

Study

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks – 2 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €166

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Italy

Cost of Living
12% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€21,000
Quality of Life
156/200
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Overview

This national long-stay visa (Type D) is designed for non-EU nationals who wish to undertake a regional-approved internship or traineeship program in Italy.

The Study Visa for Internships is a specialized Type D national visa for non-EU citizens participating in structured, regional-approved internship programs. It requires a formal training agreement and proof of financial subsistence, allowing the holder to reside in Italy for the duration of their training.

While it permits full-time internship participation, it does not allow for dependents and is not considered a direct pathway to permanent residency.

Cost Breakdown

Consular Visa Application FeeEUR €50
Poste Italiane Mailing FeeEUR €30
Revenue Stamp (Marca da bollo)EUR €16
Electronic Residence Permit Card FeeEUR €30
Permit Contribution FeeEUR €40
TotalEUR €166

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Non-EU national status

Higher education degree completed within the last 2 years or current enrollment in a non-EU higher education institution

Formal training agreement (Convenzione di Tirocinio) and internship project (Progetto Formativo) approved by regional authorities

Proof of financial means (min €467.65/month)

Adequate accommodation in Italy

Overseas medical insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

National Visa Application Form (Type D)

Valid passport

Two passport-size photographs

Approved Internship Project and Agreement

Proof of previous education

Proof of financial means

Proof of accommodation

Travel health insurance

Flight itinerary

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows full-time professional training
  • Pathway to gain Italian work experience

Worth Knowing

  • Dependents cannot accompany applicant
  • Complex regional approval process
  • Visa itself is not renewable
  • EU citizenship
  • Lack of regional approval for internship project
  • Insufficient financial means

Application Process

1

Draft and obtain regional approval for internship project

2

Book appointment via Prenot@Mi

3

Submit visa application at consulate

4

Enter Italy and apply for Permesso di Soggiorno within 8 days

Application Forms

National Visa Application FormFill online
Prenot@Mi PortalFill online

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