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Study Visa for Internships (Type D)
VisasItalyStudy Visa for Internships (Type D)
ItalyItaly•Europe
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Study Visa for Internships (Type D)

Study

At a Glance

Processing Time

15-45 days

Application Fee

166.46 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

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Living in Italy

Cost of Living
11% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€21,600
Quality of Life
153/200
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Overview

This national long-stay visa (Type D) is designed for non-EU nationals who wish to undertake a regional-approved internship or traineeship program in Italy.

The Study Visa for Internships is a specialized Type D national visa for non-EU citizens participating in structured, regional-approved internship programs. It requires a formal training agreement and proof of financial subsistence, allowing the holder to reside in Italy for the duration of their training.

While it permits full-time internship participation, it does not allow for dependents and is not considered a direct pathway to permanent residency.

Fee Breakdown

Consular Visa Application Fee
50 EUR
Poste Italiane Mailing Fee
30 EUR
Revenue Stamp (Marca da bollo)
16 EUR
Electronic Residence Permit Card Fee
30.46 EUR
Permit Contribution Fee
40 EUR

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Non-EU national status

Higher education degree completed within the last 2 years or current enrollment in a non-EU higher education institution

Formal training agreement (Convenzione di Tirocinio) and internship project (Progetto Formativo) approved by regional authorities

Proof of financial means (min €467.65/month)

Adequate accommodation in Italy

Overseas medical insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

National Visa Application Form (Type D)

Valid passport

Two passport-size photographs

Approved Internship Project and Agreement

Proof of previous education

Proof of financial means

Proof of accommodation

Travel health insurance

Flight itinerary

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows full-time professional training
  • Pathway to gain Italian work experience

Worth Knowing

  • Dependents cannot accompany applicant
  • Complex regional approval process
  • Visa itself is not renewable
  • EU citizenship
  • Lack of regional approval for internship project
  • Insufficient financial means

Application Process

1

Draft and obtain regional approval for internship project

2

Book appointment via Prenot@Mi

3

Submit visa application at consulate

4

Enter Italy and apply for Permesso di Soggiorno within 8 days

Application Forms

National Visa Application FormFill online
Prenot@Mi PortalFill online

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