Visa requirements

Italy

General visa requirements for travelling to Italy. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic and Official Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Processing time: 5-15 days (expedited)
• Fee: Free
• Entry: Multiple entry

Visa for holders of diplomatic or official/service passports traveling to Italy for diplomatic, consular, or official government functions. Includes accredited diplomats, consular officers, representatives to international organizations (UN FAO, WFP, IFAD headquartered in Rome), and official delegations. No visa fee charged. Duration matches the diplomatic assignment or official mission. Italy has bilateral visa exemption agreements with many countries specifically for diplomatic/official passport holders. Diplomatic visa holders are typically exempt from biometric requirements.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Available to holders of diplomatic or official/service passports from all countries. Many bilateral agreements provide visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders.

• Purpose of visit

  Must be traveling for official diplomatic, consular, or governmental purposes. Includes postings to embassies/consulates in Italy, assignments to international organizations headquartered in Rome, and official government missions.

  Includes

  • Diplomatic
  • consular
  • governmental functions
  • international organization assignments

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 0; Validity months: 0

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Visa Application Form (processed through diplomatic channels via Note Verbale)

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   The sending country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues a Note Verbale to the Italian Embassy/Consulate confirming the diplomatic or official nature of the visit.

2. Document submission

   Application submitted through official diplomatic channels (Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Italian Embassy).

3. Processing wait

   Typically expedited processing for diplomatic visas.

4. Visa collection

   Collect diplomatic passport with visa through official channels.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.