Airport Transit Visa (Type A)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 1 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Entry
- Single entry
Airport Transit Visa (ATV/Type A) required for nationals of specific countries when transiting through the international zone of an Italian airport. Does NOT allow the holder to leave the international transit area or enter Italian territory. Exemptions: holders of a valid Schengen visa (Type C), national long-stay visa (Type D), or residence permit from a Schengen state; holders of valid visas for Canada, Japan, or the United States when traveling to/from the issuing country; family members of EU/EEA citizens holding a valid residence card.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Senegal, Syria, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Eligible countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Congo (Democratic Republic of the), Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Syrian Arab Republic, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-size, white background, full face front view
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form (Airport Transit)
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Varies by location; Amount: EUR 90 adults, EUR 45 children 6-12, free under 6
How to apply
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Online application
Fill out Schengen visa application form for airport transit.
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Document gathering
Gather passport, photo, onward flight ticket, and visa for final destination if required.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Italian consulate/embassy.
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Document submission
Submit application with all documents and fee payment.
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Processing wait
Typically processed within 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with transit visa sticker.