Italy visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Italy

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Italian Visa.

  • Original Kenyan passport which is valid for 6 months from the intended date of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages for a stamp and to affix the visa.
  • Duly completed visa application form. The application form should be signed and stamped where necessary.
  • Two passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the visa application specification. The photograph must not be older than 6 months from the time of application.
  • Original and an extra copy of bank statement for the last three months prior to the date of application for the visa. This is proof that you have sufficient funds to cater for yourself while you are in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
  • Duly confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of your stay in France.

Italy Visa for Kenyans

Facts about Italy

Italy is well known for its delicious delicacies, a plethora of wine, its trendy fashion industry, alpine lakes, mountain ranges, luxury cars and motorcycles, diverse regional cultures and dialects. The country just seems to have it all.
 
The country has about 52.4 million tourists a year which makes Italy the fifth most visited country in the world. This number is projected to increase year-on-year.
 
Italy is the fashion capital of the world. The country has the largest number of UNESCO world heritage sites in the world. There are high art and monument in every nook and cranny of the country. This is such a sight to behold.

Tourists are advised not to patronize illegal street traders. Patronizing these traders could incur a fine. A tax is imposed on all tourists.

Types of Italy Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 working days 90 days
Business visa 10 working days 90 days
Medical visa 10 working days 90 days
Student visa 10 working days More than 90 days
Work visa 10 working days More than 90 days
Transit visa 10 working days 5 days

General Requirements for Italy Visa

  • Original Kenyan passport which is valid for 6 months from the intended date of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages for a stamp and to affix the visa.
  • Duly completed visa application form. The application form should be signed and stamped where necessary.
  • Two passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the visa application specification. The photograph must not be older than 6 months from the time of application.
  • Original and an extra copy of bank statement for the last three months prior to the date of application for the visa. This is proof that you have sufficient funds to cater for yourself while you are in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
  • Duly confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of your stay in France.
Italy Tourist visa Italy Business visa Italy Medical visa Italy Student visa Italy Work visa Italy Transit visa

Italy Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows Kenyans to visit Italy for the purpose of sightseeing, relaxation, and recreation.
  • With this visa, foreigners may also visit friends and relatives in the country.
  • Those visiting friends and relatives in Italy require an invitation letter from their host. The letter should have the home address and telephone number of their host in the country.
  • Applicants passport that has a validity of 6 months from the date of  departure should be submitted.
  • Holders of this visa are prohibited from enrolling in one of the institutions of learning to take up a course of study.
  • You can attend events and festivals in the country with this visa.
  • If you are employed, a letter from your employer in Kenya is required. The letter should state that your employer is aware of your leave.
  • travel insurance that has a minimum value of 30,000 euroes should be submitted.
  • proof of hotel reservation or accommodation should be submitted.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency that covers the applicants duration of stay should be submitted.
  • A copy of the applicants travel itinerary  with flight dates and tickets.
  • If you are not a Kenyan, you are required to present a copy of your Kenyan stay permit during the visa application process.
  • Original copy of minors’ birth certificate is required. If they are not traveling with their parents, a letter of consent signed by both parents should be provided.
  • A document that shows that you have the incentive of returning to Kenya is required.
  • Applicants should ensure they have the receipt of paid visa application fees.

Italy Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is meant for business-minded travelers with the intention of visiting Italy for business purposes.
  • Business travelers may meet up with partners in the country for business meetings and to sign and negotiate business contracts.
  • You can attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits whilst you are in the country.
  • Your business partner in Italy should provide a letter of invitation. The letter should contain the company’s address and state the purpose of your visit to the country.
  • If your business partner in Italy is going to be responsible for your expenses, it should be stated in the letter of invitation from the company.
  • A letter from your employer in Kenya stating they are aware of your business leave is required. The duration and purpose of your visit to the country should be clearly stated.
  • Proof of previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with should be provided if any. This may be in form of signed contracts or payslips.
  • Certificate of business registration of your business partner in Italy is required.
  • Applicants are to submit an approved health insurance that covers their duration of stay or its equivalent of 30,000 euros.
  • For private business owners, a copy of their Income Tax Return(ITR) form or certificate of income tax deducted from salary should be submitted.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation that covers applicants duration of stay should be submitted.
  • You are prohibited from being paid for the services you render while you are in the country.
  • You cannot seek public funds while in the country.
  • Non-Kenyans should ensure they have a copy of their stay permit.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.

Italy Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Kenyans who apply for this visa seek medical attention that cannot be gotten in their country in Italy.

  • Your local doctor should provide your diagnosis stating the reason treatment is best administered in Italy and the duration of the treatment.

  • A letter from the doctor in Italy stating that he has accepted to take up the treatment should be provided. The nature of the treatment and the intended time of recovery should be clearly stated.

  • Applicants are to possess a passport that was issued within the last ten years and should have a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of travel.

  • Two recent passport photographs not older than 3 months should be submitted.

  • Proof of health insurance that has a minimum value of 30,000 euros should be submitted.

  • If you are employed, a letter from your employer is required. Your employer should state in the letter that he is aware of your leave. Your position and how long you have been employed in the company should be clearly stated.

  • Proof of payment of medical fees should be provided.

  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.

  • Holders of this visa are prohibited from taking up employment in the country.

  • You are expected to leave the country at the end of your treatment.

  • Holders are not allowed to take up permanent residency in the country.

  • Proof of paid visa application fee is required.


Italy Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows Kenyans to take up employment in Italy.
  • Confirmation of employment in the country is necessary before you initiate the visa application process.
  • Letter from your employer in the country confirming your employment should be provided.
  • The address of the company as well, as your job description, should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • You are required to apply for a work permit.
  • Proof that you are not receiving below the minimum wage is required.
  • If the applicant of this visa is not a Kenyan citizen, a copy of his/her Kenyan stay permit is required.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee should be provided.
  • Proof that you have the incentive of returning to Kenya.
  • You are expected to abide by all the rules guiding your visa application.
  • At the expiry of your visa, you are required to leave the country.

Italy Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The transit visa allows Kenyans to stay in Italy for a short period of time.
  • This visa also enables foreigners to transit through Italy to their destination country.
  • You are required to possess the visa and flight ticket of your destination country.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • Foreigners who have been previously convicted may not be issued this visa.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • You are not allowed to study or take up paid or unpaid employment during your time in the country.
  • The visa is valid for 5 days.
  • You are required to exit the country before the expiry of your visa.
  • This visa cannot be extended.

Italy Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa type is for Kenyan students who have been accepted to study in a school in Italy.
  • Letter of admission from the institution you have been offered admission is required. This is proof that you can attend lectures and write exams at school.
  • Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended is a necessary document to be provided during the visa application process.
  • Applicants that are not Kenyan citizens are required to show a copy of their Kenyan stay permit during the visa application process.
  • Holders of this visa are allowed to work part-time when school is on session and full-time when they are on break.
  • An extension to the visa may be granted to cover the duration of the period of study in the country.
  • If you are a minor traveling without your parents, a letter of consent signed both your parents should be provided. Also, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
  • You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country.
  • Receipt of paid visa application form is required.
  • The visa costs €60.

Italy Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

75.00 (EUR)

Work visa

75.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Italy Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Kenya

Location

Address

Nairobi

5th Floor, Park Field Building, Muthangari Drive, Off Waiyaki Way, Opposite Safaricom House, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya.

https://www.vfsglobal.com/italy/kenya/

info@itke@vfshelpline.com

+254 20 514 7906

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Italy a safe place to visit?

Yes, Italy is a safe place to visit. Violent crime is low.

What should I wear in Italy?
Summers can be steamy, but shorts are regarded as resort wear by most Italians.
When is the best time to visit Italy?
The best time to visit Italy is in the spring (April to June) or fall (September and October) when the weather is nice, moderate temperature, fewer tourists, and lower prices.
Which city is the best to visit in Italy?

The best city to visit in Italy is Rome.

Is English spoken in Italy?
About 29 percent of the population in Italy speak English.
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