Italy•Europe2 weeks – 3 months
€50 EUR
Varies by filing options
Duration of program
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required

Study full-time at an Italian institution as a non-EU national for the program duration; renewable with EUR 10,180+ annual income requirement.
The Student Visa (Type D) is Italy's national long-stay visa for non-EU nationals pursuing full-time academic studies at recognized Italian institutions beyond 90 days. Applicants must demonstrate enrollment in an accredited program and provide proof of sufficient financial means (approximately EUR 10,180 per year) to cover tuition and living expenses.
The visa is renewable and valid for the program duration. EUR 50 covers the application fee, with processing taking 15–90 days. Upon arrival, students must register for a residence permit within eight days. Part-time work is permitted, typically up to 20 hours weekly during the academic term.
This visa is ideal for international students pursuing advanced academic credentials in Italy with the flexibility to work part-time during their studies.
| Status type | Tied to program duration |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
Italy
ItalyAdmission to a recognized Italian Higher Education Institution or study program
Proof of sufficient financial means (minimum amount established by law, approx. 534.41 EUR per month for the academic year)
Proof of suitable accommodation in Italy (e.g., hotel booking, rental agreement, or university housing)
Medical insurance coverage for the first period of stay (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage)
Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond the intended stay, with 2 blank pages)
Pre-enrolment summary via the UNIVERSITALY portal (for non-EU applicants)
Educational qualifications (e.g., Declaration of Value or CIMEA Statement of Comparability if required)
For minors: Notarized consent from both parents and proof of guardianship in Italy
Education
high_school or higher
Min. Income
10,180 EUR/yr
Visa application form (Type D)
Valid passport and copies
Recent passport-size photographs
Admission letter from the Italian institution
UNIVERSITALY pre-enrolment summary
Proof of financial support (bank statements, scholarship documents)
Proof of accommodation
Medical insurance policy
One-way flight ticket
Educational certificates (apostilled/legalized)
Personal covering letter/Statement of purpose
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