Italy•EuropeTurismo — Tourism Visa (Type C)
At a Glance
2 weeks – 2 months
EUR €0–€90
Varies by filing options
3 months
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote work not allowed
Living in Italy
Overview
Schengen visa for short-stay tourism and family visits to Italy up to 90 days.
The it-turismo visa is a Type C Schengen short-stay visa for leisure travelers visiting Italy for tourism or to visit friends and family. It requires proof of travel medical insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage, sufficient financial capacity, and a valid passport valid for at least three months beyond departure.
The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Fees are €90 for adults, €45 for children aged 6–12, and free for children under 6. Processing typically takes 15 to 45 days. Work, including remote work, is strictly prohibited, and the visa is non-renewable.
This visa is ideal for international tourists and leisure travelers planning a short visit to Italy within Schengen, whether for sightseeing, vacation, or visiting family and friends.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Purpose of travel (leisure, sightseeing, visiting family)
Sufficient financial capacity
Travel medical insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage
Valid passport (issued within 10 years, 3 months validity beyond departure, 2 blank pages)
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed Schengen Visa Application Form
Two recent passport-size photos
Valid passport and copies of previous visas
Proof of accommodation
Flight itinerary
Travel medical insurance
Proof of socio-economic status
Proof of financial capacity
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Allows unrestricted travel throughout all 29 Schengen countries with single visa
- Straightforward documentation requirements for tourists
- Fast processing: 15-45 days from application to decision
- Children under 6 travel free with no additional visa fee
- No job offer, income verification, or education requirements needed
Worth Knowing
- Strictly prohibits all forms of employment and remote work while in Italy
- Valid for only 90 days within any 180-day rolling period
- Not renewable — must reapply for additional visits
- Insufficient financial capacity and socio-economic status grounds for rejection
- Inadequate travel medical insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage voids application
- Criminal record may disqualify depending on severity and context
Application Process
Determine jurisdiction
Complete application form
Gather required documents
Book appointment
Attend appointment for biometrics and payment
Collect passport
Application Forms
| E-Application PortalOptional | Fill online |
| Schengen Visa Form C | Fill online |
| Declaration of Hospitality TemplateOptional | Fill online |
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