Italy is part of the Schengen Area. Nationals of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan and most other visa-exempt countries may enter for business visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa; a passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure is required. Nationals who are not visa-exempt must obtain a Schengen Type C (short-stay) visa from the Italian consulate/VFS centre in their country of residence — the standard fee is EUR 90 for adults (EUR 45 for children 6–12), with a typical processing time of 15 calendar days (allow up to 45 days in peak periods) and applications accepted from 6 months before travel. Carry a trade/business invitation or employer letter plus proof of accommodation and travel insurance for border checks. From around late 2026/2027 the EU's ETIAS online travel authorisation (approx. EUR 20, valid 3 years) is expected to apply to visa-exempt travellers — verify status before booking.
Estimated cost: Varia in base al tipo di visto e alla nazionalità (controllare il sito ufficiale).
Processing: Varia in base alla nazionalità; presentare la domanda diverse settimane prima del viaggio.
Apply via the Italian consulate or VFS Global centre for your place of residence; submit a trade-fair invitation/registration, employer letter, accommodation proof, travel insurance (min. EUR 30,000 cover) and return flight booking. Reduced EUR 45 fee applies to children aged 6–12. ETIAS is expected to start around late 2026/2027 — confirm its status before booking, as no visa is currently needed
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