ITALY Visa Document Requirements

 

​Please read the visa requirements carefully and follow the exact requirements to ensure all necessary documents are submitted correctly. Adhering to these guidelines will help avoid any delays in the processing of your visa application.
 

Passport

• Valid Passport and previous passports if available.
  • Note that the valid passport must have at least six months validity before its expiration date and must have the owner's signature on the first and second biopages.

Photo Requirements:

• Two recent Colored Photos Passport Sized: 
  • Facial Expression: Must not be smiling, showing teeth, or any exaggerated facial expressions.
  • Background: White background is required.
  • Clothing: Should contrast with the white background.
  • Quality: The photo should be polarized printed at the photo company.
  • Hair: If the person has long hair, it should be pulled back behind the ears.
  • Accessories: No accessories should be worn in the photo.
  • Composition: The photo should capture the individual from the upper breast area to the upper part of the head, ensuring that the shoulders are fully visible and not cut off.
  • Requirements: The photo must meet the requirements for both hard copy and soft copy submissions.

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Introduction Letter (applicant must address to the Italian Embassy)
Indicating the following:

• Occupation,
• Source of income,
• Family background,
• Travel history,
• Travelling companion,
• Purpose of travel,
• Length of stay requested, and
• Other important details.

*Please affix signature, contact number and e-mail address.
 

For Minors:
Even when travelling with parents, they need to provide AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT AND CONSENT attached with the following:

• 2 valid id’s,
• Complete Business Documents or COE and ITR,
• Copy of the PSA Marriage Certificate, and
• Bank Certificate supported by 6 months Bank Statements of the parents.

The following must be signed by BOTH parents:

• Embassy Checklist,
• Introduction Letter, and
• Application Form.
• For students, Enrollment Certificate with approved leave of absence. If they will travel during vacation, they need to provide a copy of school calendar and school id.

 

Complete Business Documents needed:

• Statement of account of past 6 months
• Complete set of DTI/SEC Registration. Must include Article of Incorporation and General Information Sheet,
• BIR Certificate of Registration,
• BIR “ASK FOR RECEIPT” Plate,
• BIR Permits and License,
• Company’s Financial Statements, and
• Company ITR.

*If applicant will be entering UK first, or in between, they need to apply for UK VISA first (also provide proof of accommodation)

*For non-appearance: only for those with previous Schengen Visa-Manila issued only.

*For applicants through representative, must provide an Authorization Letter authorizing the person with copy of valid Id.

*For Retired applicants, proof of retirement