Italy is the third most visited Schengen country with over 1.8 million visa applications. Italy has one of the highest visa rejection rate of 6% in 2016.
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This post will help you in understanding [ps2id url=’20’ offset=” class=”]Italy visa requirements[/ps2id] for US green card holders and how you can make sure that you get your Schengen visa approved.
At the end of the article, we have compiled a set of links that explains Italy visa process for each jurisdiction, You can read that articles as well to get a holistic understanding of Schengen visa.
Do green card holders (US Permanent Residents) need a visa for Italy?
Sadly yes, you need to get an Italian Schengen visa if you would like to visit Italy with a permanent residence or green card. Only full US citizens who hold the US passport can visit Europe without a visa. But not to worry, simply follow our simple guide below to know how you can get Italy visa as a U.S Permanent Resident.
How to apply for an Italian Schengen visa?
Before you can apply for Italy Schengen visa you need to determine which consulate of Italy in the United States has the jurisdiction to issue your Schengen visa. You can determine this by visiting the below link
At the end of this article, we have a section called where to apply for Italy Schengen visa in the US.
Italy Schengen visa consualtes in America
For this example, we are considering Boston as our Italy visa processing center. By clicking the blue link below “BOSTON”, you will be taken to the consulate’s website
You can change the language between Italian or English by selecting IT/EN at the top right corner of the page. Now select “Visas”from the menu.Before you apply for an Italian Schengen visa, you need to get an appointment online. Your website may show different info than the one below but just follow the steps to get your appointment
Next, we will see how we can make an appointment for the Italy Schengen visa in the US.
How to make an appointment for Italy Schengen visa in the US?
You need to make an online appointment with the Italian embassy before you apply for a Schengen visa since the Italian embassy does not allow walk-ins.
You can make an appointment at your jurisdiction for Italy Schengen visa by clicking the link as shown below.
When you click on the book your appointment link, you will be taken to “prenota online” website where you can make your booking
You will need to create an account and log in with your details. Once you have logged in, you will see the below screen. Select “make your reservation” section to book your appointment. Follow the steps and select an available date for your appointment.
Click on confirm and you have made your appointment for Italy Schengen visa.
Italy visa requirements for us green cardholders
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Here is a summary of the documents you need to submit for Italy Schengen visa for green cardholders.
- Passport
- Photographs
- Permanent Residence Permit card
- Completed Schengen visa form
- Flight itinerary
- Hotel bookings
- Schengen visa insurance
- Proof of sustenance
- Cover letter
- Letter of employment(if employed)
- Company registration(if self employed)
- Letter from college (for students)
You need to submit a photocopy as well as an original of all the documents to the visa consulate.
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Passport with at least two blank pages and valid for at least three months after you return to the United States of America.
Two photographs as per the spec mentioned by photo specification for visa application.
A valid U.S. permanent residence card (“green card”) or a valid US visa with valid I-94 / valid I-20 (+ ONE COPY),or an Advance Parole document. Applicant must bring the original green card or US VISA together with photocopies of those documents too.
Students with an F1 visa must present the original and a copy of their I-20 properly endorsed for travel (a certification signature is only valid for one year). The validity of the travel endorsement must cover the intended trip in Schengen + 3 months.
A confirmed Flight itinerary or reservation for SchengenvisaFlight itinerary is a safer way of submitting a visa application without buying an actual flight ticket which can prove to be expensive if your visa is refused.
What is flight itinerary? Is it accepted by the Schengen consulate ?
Of course, in fact all the embassies mention the same. We have added links to the official visa pages which you can verify.
Yourtravel itinerary: you MUST BOOK your airline ticket but do not purchase until the visa has been approved.
We recommend that you do not purchase travel tickets until your visa has been approved. On the other hand, you may provide us with a reservation, a planned itinerary or an online printout of a roundtrip ticket.
Netherland consulate
Travel reservation to and from schengen area, not a ticket. Note: Make travel reservation which you can cancel
Flight (roundtrip)/travel reservations and full itinerary (if several Schengen States will be visited or if the trip covers several Schengen States and non-Schengen countries) with the name of passenger and one copy
Round trip ticket/reservation, originating in this jurisdiction to Europe (and ultimately to Italy) and back, including internal entry and exit points of travel i.e. EURORAIL tickets, car rental, internal flights. The names on reservations have to reflect the names on passports.
We can provide you with flight itineraries which are accepted by not only for Schengen visa but for all visas. We have customers using the same flight itinerary for Malaysia visa, Singapore visa, India visa, UK visa, etc.
In fact, the European union visa requirements for visa states the same.
As per the official document,
Round trip reservation or itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Schengen state.Schengen authorities accept the itinerary when applying for the visa but request the original air ticket when visa is collected.
That is why we have a 100% visa acceptance rate although some of our customer have been requested to provide “additional documents”, none of their visa has been rejected for providing fake documents. With 80% of our customers being return customers or companies that process visas for their employees/clients, our approach is the best approach if you want to ensure the safety of your visa.
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Proof of accommodation such as hotel bookingsWe would not suggest you to make your hotel reservations before your visa is approved. We have seen many customers who make all the bookings thinking they can cancel them once they get their visa only for the visa process to be delayed resulting in huge cancellation fees.
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Proof of sustenance (either as bank statements travel cards, credit cards) to show that you can sustain yourself financially when you are in Europe
Proof of socio-professional status (if you are working) :
- letter of employment in the U.S confirming your salary, hire date, position, and dates of vacation (business registration if self-employed)
- and yourlast 2 payslips
- orletter from your school or universityconfirming your enrolment status, attendance and expected graduation date
A medical insurance with a minimum cover of € 43,000. See our article to gettravel insurance for Schengen visa
Personal Covering letter or travel itinerary explaining in detail the purpose of the visit. This needs to explain in detail your entire travel plan and all the documents that you have submitted addressing the Embassy in your area.
If the applicant is under 18 years old
If the applicant is under 18 years old:
→ copy of his/her birth certificate + certified translation if the document is not in French or English
If the applicant is under 18 years old and travelling without his parents:
→ notarized copy of his/her birth certificate + certified translation if the document is not in French or English
→ notarized parental authorization from both parents or from the parent exercising full custody of the child according to the divorce decree (a certified copy of the divorce decree must be provided) + copies of both parents passports
If the applicant is under 18 years old and travelling with only one parent:
→ notarized copy of his/her birth certificate + certified translation if the document is not in French or English
→ notarised parental authorisation from the non-travelling the parent + copy of his passport
That is it. Once you have accumulated all the documents, you can apply at the Schengen consulate of your main destination.
Where do I apply for an Italian Visa in the U.S.?
Italian Embassy in Washingon DC
You can apply for a visa at the Consular Office within theItalian Embassy in Washingon DConly if you live in:
- The District of Columbia (D.C.);
- Maryland (M.D.): only Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties (all other Counties are under the jurisdiction of the Italian General Consulate in Philadelphia);
- Virginia (V.A.): only Arlington and Fairfax Counties and the City of Alexandria (all other Counties are under the jurisdiction of the Italian General Consulate in Philadelphia).
To set an appointment with the visa office of the Italian Embassy in Washington DC,click here.
Consulate General of Italy in Boston
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Bostononly if you live in: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Consulate General of Italy in Chicago
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Chicagoonly if you live in: Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Consulate General of Italy in Detroit
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Detroitonly if you live in: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee.
Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Philadelphiaonly if you live in: Pennsylvania, Delaware, North Carolina, West Virginia, New Jersey (only the following counties: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean and Salem. The remaining counties are under the jurisdiction of the Consulate General in New York), Maryland (except for the counties of Montgomery and Prince George which fall under the jurisdiction of the consular section of the Embassy) and Virginia (except for the counties of Arlington and Fairfax which are also under the jurisdiction of the Embassy).
Consulate General of Italy in Houston
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Houstononly if you live in: Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas/
Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Los Angelesonly if you live in: Arizona, California (the following Counties: Imperial Valley, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Ventura), New Mexico, Nevada.
Consulate General of Italy in Miami
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in Miamionly if you live in: Alabama, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Florida, Georgia, Island of Saba, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, St. Eustatius, South Carolina, Turks and Caicos, U.S. Virgin Islands.
Consulate General of Italy in New York
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in New Yorkonly if you live in: New York, Connecticut, New Jersey (the following Counties: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, Warren) and the British Territories of Bermuda Islands.
Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco
You can apply for a visa at theConsulate General of Italy in San Francisco only if you live in: Alaska, California (except the following counties: Imperial Valley, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo and Ventura, which fall within the jurisdiction of the Consulate General in Los Angeles), Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Hawai’i. Also, the following American territories of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Samoa, Wake Island, Midways Islands, Johnston Atoll.
How long does it take for your Schengen visa to be processed?
Well to be honest, it depends on the country you are the citizen of. IF your citizenship is from one of the “good” countries, then your visa will be granted within a week. IF you are from a “naughty” country then your visa application can take 2 to 3 weeks. If you are holding a green card in America and applying for Schengen visa from one of the below countries, expect some delay :
If you are from India, China Russia etc then you will get your visa sooner. So account for delay when you are planning your visa.
Can you apply for Italy Schengen visa from America if you hold a B1 or B2 visa?
No, if you are in the US with a B1 or B2 visa, then you need to apply for Italy Schengen visa in the country where you hold your full citizenship. You cannot apply for a Schengen visa within the United States.
FAQ about Italy Schengen visa by US permanent residents
Will all Schengen visas be granted for 90 days ?
No, a Schengen visa is not granted for 90 days, sometimes you will get visa only for the number of days that you present in your travel itinerary and your flight & hotel bookings. See the sample attached below. The visa is granted for 15 days mentioned in the dates. If you want you can add some flexibility by adding 10 days to your itinerary. You can do this by using our flight +hotel plan
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Can you apply for Schengen visa from USA while you are on B1/B2 visa ?
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FAQs
Do US green card holders need visa for Italy? ›
Unlike US citizens, US Green Card Holders (like me) need to apply for a Schengen Visa to visit the Schengen Area. It's worth mentioning that US Green Card Holders can apply for their visas within the US. They don't need to travel back to their home country to apply from there.
Do US green card holders need Schengen visa? ›Do Green Card Holders Need a Visa to Travel to Europe? US Green Card holders, who are also nationals of third countries that have not established a visa-free regime with the EU, will need to obtain a Schengen Visa, in order to be able to travel to Europe.
Can I travel to Europe with green card? ›Yes, you can travel abroad as a green card holder — that's one of the many benefits of being a permanent resident. However, your trip must be temporary and you cannot remain outside the United States for more than 1 year.
What is proof of sufficient funds for travel? ›Travelers visiting the United States from a foreign country must be able to prove to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that they have sufficient funds, i.e., credit card, cash, travelers' checks, money order to cover travel, lodging, entertainment, meals, etc. to be admitted into the United States.
What countries can you visit with US green card? ›- Canada.
- Mexico.
- Costa Rica.
- Georgia.
- The British Virgin Islands.
- Aruba and Curaçao.
- The Balkans.
- Singapore.
To travel, you usually need your permanent resident card, a valid passport, and whatever visas are required by the country you intend to visit. While the US does not require permanent residents to have a valid passport to re-enter the US, foreign countries and airlines require you to have a passport.
Can a US resident travel to Italy? ›Entry and Exit Requirements
U.S. citizens may travel to Italy for any reason, including tourism.
U.S. citizens may enter Italy for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. All non-residents are required to complete a declaration of presence (dichiarazione di presenza).
Do green card holders need visa for Spain? ›Sadly, US Green Card holders do not enjoy the same visa-free travel benefits as US citizens. US Green Card holders will need to apply for a Spain Visa (if their home country doesn't enjoy visa-free travel). Applying for a Spain Visa is a simple and easy process.
Can I go to Paris with green card? ›French Visa For US Green Card Holders
US green card holders from countries exempt from a Schengen Visa can visit France visa-free.
Can US green card holders travel to Germany? ›
Foreigners in US with a residence permit (US Green card holders) with validity shorter than three months beyond their planned date of leaving Germany will have to obtain a visa in order to be permitted to enter Germany.
Can I visit Dubai with US green card? ›All Indian citizens holding U.S. visas, green cards, U.K Resident Permits, or EU resident permits can receive entry visa upon arrival to UAE valid for 14 days for a charge of AED 100. They have the option to extend their stay only once for an additional 14 days for AED250.
What is proof of sufficient funds for travel to Italy? ›You can provide proof that you have sufficient financial resources to fund a trip to Italy in one of the following ways: Bank statements. You must provide an original copy of your bank statements issued within the past month. The bank statement must be stamped and signed by an authorized bank official.
How much bank balance is required for Italy tourist visa? ›Those who want to stay in Italy for no more than 5 days, around 270 euros will suffice. For those planning to stay at least 10 days, the minimum amount of money to be secured per day is 45 euros, while for periods exceeding 11 days but no more than 20 days, foreign nationals must dispose of at least 52 euros per day.
How much money do I need to show in my bank account for Schengen visa? ›Proof of civil status – birth certificate will suffice. Bank statement – this needs to show a minimum balance of €3000 over the last 6 months.
Can you visit UK with a US green card? ›Green Card holders or US residents may be required to obtain a visa to travel to the United Kingdom depending on their country of citizenship and the purpose of travel. The UK government has established types of visas that fit every traveler based on their purpose of entry.
Do US green card holders need visa for Singapore? ›Do US Green Card Holders Need A Visa For Singapore? You can transit through Singapore for up to 4 days without a visa if you are an Indian or Chinese national with a US Green Card. If this is the case, you qualify for a Singaporean Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF).
Can I travel to Mexico with just a green card and no passport? ›No, all travelers including US permanent residents will require a passport to enter and exit Mexico. This in addition to the Mexico Tourist Card.
Can green card holder be denied entry? ›Technically speaking, as long as the person landing at the airport has a valid permanent resident status, they should not be denied entry in the United States. They may have to pay certain fees for a form, yes – but under normal circumstances, they should not be denied entry.
Do I need travel document if I have green card? ›As a US green card holder, you have the right to live in the United States and to travel outside of the US. However, certain types of travel can put your green card at risk. To protect yourself, you may need to get a travel document for green card holder known as a reentry permit.
How long can I leave US with green card? ›
If you are a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), you may leave the United States multiple times and reenter, if you do not intend to stay outside the United States for 1 year or more.
Can a US resident travel to Italy? ›Entry and Exit Requirements
U.S. citizens may travel to Italy for any reason, including tourism.
No, all travelers including US permanent residents will require a passport to enter and exit Mexico. This in addition to the Mexico Tourist Card.
Do I need a visa for Italy 2022? ›From the end of 2022, those looking to travel to Italy without the need for a visa will need to apply via the ETIAS system facilitating visa-free travel to all Schengen Area states. Before then you will just need your passport.
Which countries do not need a visa for Italy? ›All Schengen, EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals are free to travel to Italy without a visa if their travel does not exceed 90 days.
Do I need a visa to enter Italy from USA? ›U.S. citizens may enter Italy for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. All non-residents are required to complete a declaration of presence (dichiarazione di presenza).
What documents do you need to visit Italy? ›- A valid passport or travel document. Valid for at least three more months beyond their planned date of Exit from Schengen and issued within the last ten years.
- A visa – if they are subject to the Italian visa regime.
French Visa For US Green Card Holders
US green card holders from countries exempt from a Schengen Visa can visit France visa-free.
Technically speaking, as long as the person landing at the airport has a valid permanent resident status, they should not be denied entry in the United States. They may have to pay certain fees for a form, yes – but under normal circumstances, they should not be denied entry.
Do I need travel document if I have green card? ›As a US green card holder, you have the right to live in the United States and to travel outside of the US. However, certain types of travel can put your green card at risk. To protect yourself, you may need to get a travel document for green card holder known as a reentry permit.
How much does it cost to become a U.S. citizen with a green card? ›
$640. (Add the $85 biometric fee for a total of $725, where applicable. See exceptions below.) If you file your Form N-400 online, you may pay your fee online.
Which Schengen country gives visa easily? ›In general, Lithuania is the easiest country to obtain a Schengen Visa from, with officials granting 98.7% of applications. The nation also receives fewer applications than countries such as Germany or France, as they are extremely popular with tourists and business travellers.
How much money is required for Italy visa? ›| Visa Fee Type | In Euros | In Indian Rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Visa Fee ( Categories A, B or C) | € 80 | INR 6440 |
| Visa Fee for applicants aged between 6 – 12 (Categories A, B or C) | € 40 | INR 3220 |
| Visa fee for applicants aged under 6 | € 0 | INR 0 |
Those who want to stay in Italy for no more than 5 days, around 270 euros will suffice. For those planning to stay at least 10 days, the minimum amount of money to be secured per day is 45 euros, while for periods exceeding 11 days but no more than 20 days, foreign nationals must dispose of at least 52 euros per day.
Is Italy visa on arrival? ›Yes. You will require a visa to travel to Italy, which is a member of the European Union (EU) and Schengen Area - meaning you will need a Schengen Italy Visa from India.
What visa do I need to visit Italy? ›So, if you want to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you may have to apply for a Schengen visa. Your Schengen tourist visa for Italy will allow you free travel to the other Schengen countries as well within the time that the visa is valid.
Do you need a visa for Italy in 2023? ›From November 2023, visitors who can enter the Schengen member countries visa-free will be able to apply for ETIAS. Holding a valid ETIAS will become mandatory to travel to Italy and the rest of the Schengen Area.