Italy•EuropeInternship/Training Visa (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
90 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
3 to 12 months
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay national visa for professional training and internships. For vocational training graduates or university students. Duration 3-12 months. Annual quota of 15,000 visas (7,500 for training, 7,500 for internships).
The Internship/Training Visa is for vocational training program graduates or university students who wish to complete their training through professional internships in Italy. The internship must be 3-12 months duration.
Italy has set annual quotas of 15,000 internship/training visas (7,500 for training programs, 7,500 for internships). Host companies are required to provide minimum compensation based on regional standards (EUR 300-800 per month).
Annual Visa Allocation
15,000 visas per year
The 2023-2025 decree allocated 15,000 entries annually for vocational training and internships for non-EU citizens residing abroad.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Language
English
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of program plus 3 months
Passport photos
2 recent biometric photos (35x40mm)
Training/internship agreement
Official offer or agreement from Italian host organization
Training project
Detailed outline of training objectives and schedule
Educational credentials
Certificates showing vocational training or university enrollment
Accommodation proof
Housing arrangement in Italy
Proof of funds
Evidence of financial resources for stay
Health insurance
Valid coverage for training duration
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Advantages
- Professional development opportunity
- Paid internship positions
- Direct pathway to employment in Italy
- Reasonable quota availability
- Can lead to work visa
Considerations
- Limited to 3-12 months
- Must be from vocational or university background
- Not renewable
- Limited to training/internship activities
- No pathway to permanent residency
Application Process
Secure internship/training placement
Obtain offer or agreement for internship or professional training in Italy
Develop training project
Create detailed training project outline with Italian host organization
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, photos, training project, accommodation proof, proof of funds
Submit visa application
Apply at Italian consulate with training project and documents
Await decision
Authorities issue visa within maximum 90 days
Receive visa
Collect visa from consulate
Travel to Italy
Enter Italy with internship visa
Apply for residence permit
Within 8 days of arrival, apply for residence permit at Questura
Application Forms
Internship/Training Visa Application
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