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How to get a visa to Italy. What documents are needed for the application
Visa regime with Italy
Embassy of Italy in the Republic of Belarus
Rakovskaya St., 16b, 220004 Minsk (Belarus)
Tel.: + 375-17-220-29-69; + 375-17-220-20-01;
Fax: +375-17-306-20-37
e-mail: ambasciata.minsk@esteri.it
Working hours:
Monday - Friday 09.00 – 13.00
Fax: +375-17-306-20-37
e-mail: ambasciata.minsk@esteri.it
Working hours:
Monday - Friday 09.00 – 13.00
Since Italy is part of the Schengen Agreement, either an Italian (national) visa or a Schengen visa is required to enter the Italian Republic. A Schengen visa is required for anyone planning to travel through several countries. However, if a person intends to spend the majority of their days in Italy, it is the diplomats of this country who will handle the visa issuance.
For all categories of applicants, there are requirements regarding the provision of all documents corresponding to a certain category of visa that will confirm the purpose of the trip to the country, as well as the necessary period of stay there. In addition, in some cases, documented information may be required about the living and financial conditions during the stay of Belarusian citizens in Italy.
The first stage of visa processing.
The very first step is to book an appointment time at the Consular Department. This issue should be addressed no later than 15 days before the предполагаемый departure. Since during the holiday season the flow of people wishing to go to the best European resorts increases, it does not hurt to apply for a visa 3 months in advance. This guarantees that you will have time to receive permission, and your vacation will leave only pleasant memories. If this is your first time obtaining a visa to a European country, be prepared to submit your fingerprints on the day of the interview. This procedure applies to all citizens over the age of 12.
What kind of visa is needed?
First, determine the type of visa you will need. It depends on what your goals are. If we consider the permits by сроки, there are two options: Short-term. It is obtained by those who are satisfied with 90 days, which can be used within six months; Long-term. This type allows you to stay in the Republic for 180 days within 365 days.
As for the purposes, if you are in Italy in transit, you need to apply for category "A" or "B". The first option is for those who have chosen air travel. The second one allows you to cross the country's territory several times. The total number of days you can stay in Italy is 5. Category "A" allows you to stay only in the airport area. "C" is the most popular option, suitable for everyone who is not going to stay in Italy for a long time. Visa "C" allows you to stay for 90 days in the Republic, calculated for six months. All these options belong to the Schengen type, that is, they allow you to stay in other countries of the agreement. The longest visas belong to category D. They are designed for those foreigners who are going to "visit" the country for more than 90 days. This type is not Schengen, but it allows you to cross the territories of other states. However, your goal should be exclusively Italy.
Having figured out what kind of visa you need in your case and booked an appointment time, start collecting documents.
Standard package of documents:
- passport. Check its expiration date. According to the requirements of the Italian side, the period of the international passport should be three months longer than the date of the end of your trip;
- application form, filled out and signed personally by the applicant;
- two photographs taken in the six-month period, dimensions 3.5×4.5 cm;
- certificate from the place of work.
Tourist visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy for tourist purposes, such as spending their vacation, visiting places of interest, etc. It is assumed that during their stay in the country, tourists will be accommodated in a hotel or rented premises.
Visitor visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy to meet relatives, friends, acquaintances. As documentary evidence, the corresponding invitation will be required.
Business visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy to meet business partners, to resolve issues related to running a business. As documentary evidence, the corresponding invitation from an Italian company will be required.
Work visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy with the aim of legal employment in this country. A work permit in Italy will be required.
Study visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy with the aim of studying at an Italian educational institution: school, university or any special courses. Proof of enrollment and an invitation will be required.
Medical visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy for the purpose of treatment. Confirmation of the need for treatment will be required.
Sports visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy to participate in sports competitions, training camps. This visa is issued to athletes themselves, as well as coaches performing accompaniment, and all persons who are classified as service personnel.
Cultural visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus go to Italy as participants in festivals, concerts, etc.
Visa to Italy for family reunification.
In this case, citizens of Belarus apply for a visa in order to be able to live with their family members: citizens of Italy or foreign citizens who live in Italy legally.
Visa to Italy for official visits.
In this case, citizens of Belarus apply for a visa in order to visit Italy as guests of state or private institutions, organizations, establishments, as well as to attend significant events and activities of the political, scientific or cultural life of the country.
Transit visa to Italy.
In this case, citizens of Belarus apply for a visa in order to be able to travel through the territory of Italy, while following to another country.
Airport transit visa to Italy.
This type differs from the usual transit visa in that foreigners with such a visa are allowed to stay only on the territory of the Italian airport. Citizens of Belarus can stay at the airport (without leaving its premises) without a visa.
Getting a visa at the Italian embassy is considered one of the most difficult, so when collecting and submitting documents, it is recommended to confirm the purpose of the trip and the need to return home as best as possible. In other words, income certificates, documents for personal property, passports with a good visa history and visas from other countries should speak to the reliability of their owner, their solvency and the absence of intent to stay in Italy. In addition, under no circumstances should you try to give false information, as in the event of detection of this fact, a refusal to enter the country will be issued for 5 years, and the incident will be reflected in the visa history.
Appointment for submitting visa documents.
To submit documents for a Schengen visa for a short stay, you must make an appointment online using the following link:
Embassy: Prenota OnLine.
TLScontact: https://it.tlscontact.com/by.
You can contact TLScontact by the following phones: +375 (33) 6300420, +375 (29) 6503497.
Submission of documents for a national visa (91 days or more of stay with a subsequent request for residence permit) is carried out exclusively at the Embassy, by prior appointment through the Prenota OnLine website.
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