🇮🇹 Italy · Student
STUDIO - FORMAZIONE PROFESSIONALE — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,500 |
| Minimum annual salary | €30,000 |
| Proof of savings | €5,000 |
| Minimum investment | €10,000 |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B2 |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €50 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://conschicago.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visa-categories-and-requirements/study-either-short-or-long-term-visa/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,500.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: For enrollment in Italian Universities for Corsi di Laurea or Corsi Singoli: before you can apply for the study visa, you must have complied”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.