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Trasporto — Transport Visa (Type C)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

15-45 days

Application Fee

120 EUR

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

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

The Transport Visa (Visto per Trasporto) is a short-stay Schengen Visa (Type C) that allows non-EU transport crew members to enter Italy for short periods to perform international transport services.

The Transport Visa is a specialized Schengen visa for professional drivers and crew members engaged in international transit. It allows for the movement of goods or passengers into Italy, provided the vehicle is registered outside the EU. This visa is essential for maintaining international supply chains while ensuring compliance with EU transport regulations.

Fee Breakdown

Consular Application Fee	90 EUR
Outsourcing Service Fee	30 EUR

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be employed by a foreign transport company.

Must hold a valid professional driver's license.

Must NOT drive vehicles registered in Italy or the EU.

Must have travel medical insurance (min €30,000).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Schengen Visa Application Form (Type C)

Valid passport

Passport-size photo

Professional driver's license

Transport documents (CMR, C2/L2)

Employer request letter

Travel medical insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates international logistics
Can be issued as multiple-entry for frequent travelers

Worth Knowing

Strict prohibition on driving EU-registered vehicles
Limited to professional transport duties
Driving EU-registered vehicles
Local employment in Italy

Application Process

Book appointment via Prenot@mi

Complete application form

Gather professional transport documents

Submit application and biometrics

Collect visa

Application Forms

Schengen Visa Application Form

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