How to get a Italy visa from Ghana

• This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Italy for tourism purposes.
• You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
• All visitors to Italy must carry a valid passport.
• Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Italy.
• This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
• During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
• The Italy tourist visa is valid for only 90 days.
• You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
• This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

• This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Italy for business purposes.
• You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Italy company you will be visiting.
• This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
• If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
• If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
• Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
• Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
• You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
• It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.

• An international student who wants to pursue an educational course in Italy for more than 90 days will have to obtain a student visa.
• The Italy student visa is a long-term visa granted to students who have already been accepted for admission by a recognized higher educational institute in Italy.
• Student visas in Italy are issued by Italian Embassies and consular posts in a student's country of origin or permanent residence.
• All non-EU students are required to obtain a student visa prior entering Italy.
• There are two types of student visas in Italy, depending on the duration of the study program.
• Visa type C is the short-stay visa or travel visa valid for one or more entries and for a period not exceeding 90 days.
• The Visa type D is a long-stay visa valid for more than 90 days.
• Applicants are always advised to start these procedures well in advance of the intended date of entry as the visa processing time can be lengthy.
• The procedures for student visas in Italy are subject to change, so it is worthwhile to contact the Italian Embassy for information to confirm current visa requirements.
• Application forms for student visas in Italy must include a recent passport-size photo, a valid travel document and supporting documents depending on the type of visa the student is applying for.
• Letter of acceptance from the university is required.
• The insurance must be valid for all Schengen countries for a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.

• If you’re planning on taking a job in Italy, you need to get a work permit first.
• Finding jobs in Italy can be easier than in other European countries.
• Citizens of full European (EFTA, EEA) Member Countries are able to live and work in Italy without a visa or work permit.
• Non-EU nationals wishing to live and work in Italy must apply for a work permit or Italy Working Holiday Visa.
• Work permits must be applied for by the employer.
• While hiring of non-EU/EEA nationals is subject to a yearly quota system, highly-skilled professionals are generally exempt from this quota.
• However, they are still required to follow the relevant application process to obtain a work permit and visa.
• Applicants are advised to apply for a residence permit as early as possible, ideally as soon as they have the employee contract.
• It might take a few months to process your application, so be conscious of which address receives your work permit.

The lira was the official unit of currency in Italy until January 1, 1999, when it was replaced by the euro.

Yes. There’s an Italian Embassy located in Accra.

As all European countries, Italy is a safe country. Violent crime is low, and most tourists will never be bothered by safety concerns other that petty crime.

Yes. Italy is one of the 26 Schengen countries.

Yes. With the right visa and permit, you can easily get a job in Italy.