Arrival

Student visa and residence in Italy

Use official immigration guidance for your nationality, programme length and current circumstances.

The route for Italy

Non-EU applicants who require a visa should follow the Italian consular study route and Universitaly instructions. Admission or pre-enrolment alone does not guarantee a visa, and financial, housing and insurance evidence must meet current requirements.

Wait for the right admission document

Applications commonly require an admission or enrolment document. Confirm the exact document and timing with the institution and relevant authority.

Use current official guidance

Rules can change by nationality and study length. Verify the current checklist with Study in Italy / Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking travel.

Information you can trust

Reviewed 2026-08-26 against Universitaly, Study in Italy / Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Programme records remain managed centrally in SIT Connect.

National references: Universitaly; Study in Italy / Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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