South African to Italy Visa Required

Required Documents

• Valid passport with 3+ months validity

  Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of planned departure from the Schengen area and contain at least 2 blank visa pages.

• Completed visa application form

  Fill and sign the standardized Schengen visa application form for Italy.

• Passport photograph

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  Recent passport-size photo meeting official Schengen visa photo requirements.

• Flight booking confirmation

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  Proof of round-trip or onward travel bookings specifying entry and exit from Italy or Schengen zone.

• Hotel confirmation letter

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  Proof of hotel or accommodation bookings for entire duration of stay in Italy.

• Bank statement

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  Recent bank statements demonstrating sufficient funds to cover the stay and expenses in Italy as per consulate guidelines.

• Travel insurance certificate

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  Valid travel medical insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for at least 30,000 EUR within the entire Schengen area for the full duration of the stay.

• Purpose of visit statement

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  A short letter or statement describing the purpose of the trip (tourism) and itinerary in Italy.

• Proof of intention to return home

  Documents such as a letter of employer, property ownership, or family ties in South Africa that show intent to return after visit.

• Biometric data (fingerprints and photo)

  Submission of fingerprints and facial photograph at visa application center as part of application process.