Country guide
🇮🇹 Italy
Europe · RomeHDI 0.915GDP per capita (PPP) 62014
Student decision
Student work20OfficielSource · 2026-06-30
Post-study workBeing qualified
Admission languageItalian- or English-taught programmes: certified B2 level (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge or equivalent).VérifiéSource · 2026-06-30
Student visa requiredYesOfficielSource · 2026-07-01
Cost of living≈ €848/month (€10,179.85/year)Source · 2026-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
Student visaNon-EU nationals must apply for a national study visa (type D) at the competent Italian consulate before departure.Source · 2026-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
Preparation & steps
Required documentsCore documents required by the Italian consulate for the national study visa.Source · 2026-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
Application documents
- National visa application form with ID photo
- Valid passport (≥ 90 days beyond the stay)
- Enrolment letter from the Italian institution specifying the course
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of accommodation (lease, invitation letter or university confirmation)
- Proof of financial means (statements, scholarship)
- Proof of health insurance
- Proof of visa fee payment