Italy is in the EU Schengen area,
so Schengen Visa rules apply to enter for the purpose of academic events.
ENTRY/EXIT SYSTEM (EES) FROM 12 OCTOBER 2025
From 12 October 2025, a new centralized system for the electronic registration of entry and exit of third-country nationals at the external borders of the Schengen Area for short stays has become operational. “Short stays” means a period of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, calculated as a single period for all European countries using the EES .
For more information, please visit the dedicated section here.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SHENGHEN VISA
Find out more about how and where to apply, the documents needed and the Visa types, here.
FIND OUT MORE WHERE YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR A VISA FOR ITALY
Visit the website of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affair (Visto per l’Italia) to find out if you need a Visa for Italy and the embassy/consulate/visa centre where to file your visa application; fill in the questionnaire and go to the answers provided.
MORE INFORMATION & TIPS:
- British Nationals. Starting from 12 October 2025, the new entry/exit system will apply to British nationals, too. Please note, people travelling from the UK will not need a Visa but there will be an ETIAS system in place. This new electronic system will replace the physical stamping of passports; this means people will get their fingerprints and photo taken when first entering or leaving the Schengen area. Travel companies will have information on the changes, or you can check them at the UK government website here.
- Among the required Documents for a Visa Application, you might need a Letter of Invitation/Participation (e.g., participation in Conferences, enrolment in Schools).
- We can provide you with an official letter, outlining your role as participant and, if applicable, any costs that were funded for you to attend.
- It may be helpful to obtain also a letter from your home institution with similar details.