Dominican RepublicItaly
Dominican passport · policy checked 5 Jul 2026
Visa required
Apply before you travel.
90
days
on a tourist visa
90
EUR · visa fee
about $106
15-45
days
processing time
VFS
visa application centre
How Dominican citizens apply for a Italy visa
- Lodge your application at a VFS Global visa application centre, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here ↗
No advance visa with these documents
Italy admits Dominican citizens without a pre-arranged visa on a valid document:
Visa-free · up to 90 days
Schengen visa (any member state)
Pursuant to EU Regulation 265/2010, a valid long-stay visa (Type D/national visa) issued by any Schengen member state confers the same free-movement right as a residence permit: the holder may move freely within the territories of other Schengen states for up to 90 days in any 180-day period during the visa's validity.
eur-lex.europa.eu ↗EU / Schengen residence permit or PR
Lo straniero già residente in uno Stato Schengen e titolare di permesso di soggiorno, è esente da visto per soggiorni non superiori a 90 giorni su un periodo di 180 giorni.
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EUR 90
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, tourism, up to 90 days)
Lodged through VFS Global, whose service fee applies on top and varies by centre.
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, tourism, up to 90 days)
up to 90 days in any 180-day period
EUR 90
Italy visa types for Dominican citizens
Schengen Visa (Type C) - TourismTouristdocuments
90 daysmultiple entry15-45d processingvalid 180d
Short-stay tourism, leisure, and sightseeing in Italy and the Schengen Area. Covers individual tourists and group tourists (ADS groups).
Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Tourist (Type C Only)”
IMPORTANT: · “ · in Dominican Republic
- You must request the appointment indicating in the space “
- Without exception, all
- The application must be submitted in
- Failure to provide one of the documents listed below provides room for
- Two (2) recent color photos 3x4
- Passport
- A photocopy of the
- Letter of the U.E. citizen who lives in Italy or Dominican Republic, submitted to the Embassy asking for the expedition of the Tourism Visa, stating the main destination of the trip.
- Photocopy of the "carta d'identitĂ " of EU citizen
- Photocopy of "permesso di soggiorno" of the Dominican Republic spouse.
- Recent Marriage certificate issued by the competent Italian Comune.
- Documents to prove the parentage:translated in Italian and apostilled)
- Birth certificate of the Dominican Republic spouse issued by competent Notary or Registry.
- Citizenship ID of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
- In the case of a passport
- Bank letter and bank statement for the past 3-6 months .
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Visa application requirements - tourism for parents in laws of eu citizen
motivaciones
”, the phrase: "
EU citizen family
documents must be presented in
original and photocopy
person
at the Italy Visa Application Centre
rejection
of the visa application and the Embassy
reserves the right to request additional documentation
as appropriate.
completely filled out, signed by the applicant and, if a minor, signed by a parent or guardian.
white background
, one attached to the form.
in good condition
with validity exceeding three months over the duration of the requested visa.
first page of the passport
(page with photo and personal data only).
issued for
the previous
loss or damage
shall, without any exception, submit the
migration
certificate issued by the Migration Dominican Republic office.
Schengen Type C visa valid for max 90 days within any 180-day period across all Schengen states. Fee EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6-11; free for children under 6). Single or multiple entry. Apply at Italian consulate of primary destination country. Standard processing 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days in exceptional cases. Biometric data (fingerprints) collected at visa application center. Some nationalities with EU Visa Facilitation Agreements pay EUR 35.
Official page ↗Schengen Visa (Type C) - BusinessBusinessdocuments
90 daysmultiple entry15-45d processingvalid 180d
Short-term business activities in Italy including meetings, negotiations, trade fairs, conferences, and commercial visits. Does not permit employment.
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Same Schengen Type C framework as tourist visa. Business/commercial purposes require proof of business invitation or trade fair registration. No work authorization included. Multiple-entry often issued for frequent business travelers.
Official page ↗Airport Transit Visa (ATV)Transitdocuments
single entry15-45d processing
Allows nationals of specified countries to transit through the international zone of an Italian airport without entering the Schengen territory.
IMPORTANT: · in Dominican Republic · REQUIREMENTS: · For employees: · For self-employed: · For pensioners: · Students: · six (6) · Students: · IMPORTANT: · in Dominican Republic · REQUIREMENTS: · to Italy · and · Dominican Republic
- We recommend you book the appointment minimum 15 days or maximum 3 months before your intended date of travel.
- Those who apply for this visa must have
- Without exception, all
- The application must be submitted in
- Failure
- Two (2)
- Passport
- A photocopy of the
- Round trip reservation for the
- Valid Visa
- Book hotel for
- Job guarantees or activity in Dominican Republic:
- Certificate of work specified
- Original and copy of membership card Health promoting entity and family compensation fund.
- Original and copy of the last 6 to payments to pension and health promoting entity.
- Registration Chamber and Commerce.
- Certification of income prepared by a public accountant.
- Authenticated copy of accountant’s professional card.
- Resolution of the pension.
- Three recent pays of monthly pension.
- Certificate of study in original with
- Certificate of marks of last completed period even if it is vacation time.
- Financial guarantees:
- Know the amount of financial guarantees required by referring to Table A . (translate.google.com ↗)
- For employees, independent or pensioners:
- Bank statements for the last
- Fixed deposits (CDTs)
- Last credit card statement (s).
- Letter of responsibility of costs prepared by the guarantor by
- Birth certificate of the student without translation or apostille.
- Labor guarantees of the guarantor.
- Financial guarantees of the guarantor.
- In case the visa applicant is a minor and not traveling with both parents must submit authorization by model made by the child's parents, addressed to the Embassy of Italy where reason and specify dates of travel,
- In case the visa applicant is a
- Citizenship ID of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
- In the case of a passport
- We recommend you book the appointment minimum 15 days or maximum 3 months before your intended date of travel.
- Without exception, all
- The application must be submitted in
- Failure
- Two (2)
- Passport
- A photocopy of the
- Air Reservation
- Letter of embarkment,
- Employment contract with the shipping company.
- Citizenship ID of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
- In the case of a passport
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Visa application requirements transit
own employment and financial guarantees
. Cover letters made by banks do not certify the applicant's financial solvency.
documents must be presented in
original and photocopy
person
at the Italy Visa Application Centre
to provide one of the documents listed below provides room for rejection of the visa application and the Embassy
reserves the right to request additional documentation
as appropriate.
completely filled out, signed by the applicant and, if a minor, signed by a parent or guardian.
recent
color photos 3x4
white background
, one attached to the form.
in good condition
with validity exceeding three months over the duration of the requested visa.
first page of the passport
(page with photo and personal data only).
period of travel
for the country of
final destination
transit time
type of contract, salary, seniority and vacation authorized
holiday
dates of school and / or
permission
to make the trip.
months and balance to date. Internet statements are not accepted.
personal appearance before a notary
with personal appearance before a notary
minor and the time of the interview is not accompanied by a parent
, the person accompanying authorization shall submit the same with
personal appearance before a notary
stating
the child's personal data and who accompanies him to the interview
issued for
the previous
loss or damage
shall, without any exception, submit the
migration
certificate issued by the Migration Colombia office.
VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS MARITIME TRANSIT
documents must be presented in
original and photocopy
person
at the Italy Visa Application Centre
to provide one of the documents listed below provides room for rejection of the visa application and the Embassy
reserves the right to request additional documentation
as appropriate.
completely filled out, signed by the applicant and, if a minor, signed by a parent or guardian.
recent
color photos 3x4
white background
, one attached to the form.
in good condition
with validity exceeding three months over the duration of the requested visa.
first page of the passport
(page with photo and personal data only).
stamped by the competent Italian CapitanerĂa de Puerto
specifying the vessel
name
flag
of the vessel
to hold that position
in the cruise,
date
of shipment and
port
of embarkation.
issued for
the previous
loss or damage
shall, without any exception, submit the
migration
certificate issued by the Migration
office.
Required for nationals of certain countries (Annex IV of EU Regulation 810/2009) transiting through the international transit zone of any Schengen airport including Italian airports. Does not permit entry into Italian territory. Standard Schengen visa fee of EUR 90 applies. Not required for holders of valid Schengen visas, residence permits, or certain other travel documents.
Official page ↗Schengen Visa (Type C) / National Visa (Type D) - Medical Treatment (Cure Mediche)Medical
90 dayssingle entry15-45d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU nationals to enter Italy to receive medical treatment at Italian healthcare facilities when care is not available or adequate in their home country.
The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.
Short-term treatment (up to 90 days): Schengen Type C visa applies, fee EUR 90. Extended treatment (over 90 days): National Type D visa required, fee EUR 116. Requires a letter of confirmation from the Italian medical facility, proof of financial means to cover medical costs, and accommodation proof. An accompanying person (one family member/caregiver) may also receive a visa. Must convert to residence permit if stay exceeds 90 days.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Family Reunion (Ricongiungimento Familiare)Familydocuments
multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU family members to join a non-EU national legally residing in Italy or to join an Italian/EU citizen under specific conditions.
Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Family Reintegration-Type D (Exclusive To Go And Live In Italy)”
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FAMILY REINTEGRATION WITH EU CITIZEN SPOUSE
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - FAMILY REINTEGRATION FOR CHILDREN OF EU CITIZEN
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - REINTEGRATION OF PARENTS IN LAWS OF EU CITIZEN
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - FOREIGN SPOUSE RESIDENT IN ITALY
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - PARENTS OF FOREIGN CITIZENS RESIDING IN ITALY
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - CHILDREN OF FOREIGN CITIZENS RESIDING IN ITALY
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Requires the sponsor in Italy to file for family reunion authorization at the Questura/Prefettura. Fee EUR 116. Not subject to immigration quotas (EU Directive 2003/86/EC). Eligible family members include spouse, minor children, adult dependent children, and dependent parents with no other children abroad. Sponsor must demonstrate adequate income (above social allowance threshold) and adequate housing. Converts to family residence permit within 8 working days of arrival.
Official page ↗Study (Type C, Up To 90 Days And Type D, 91 Days Onwards)Studentdocuments
ATENTION
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - UNIVERSITY STUDY (Public universities and LAFAM offices)
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - NON UNIVERSITY STUDY (private universities, institutes and other courses)
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTES - TIROCINIO
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS SCHOLARS STUDY
- VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - NON UNIVERSITY STUDY (private universities, institutes and other courses) MALTA
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With the intention that you project your travel, in case of get your study visa the embasy only give 8 days before at start program.
Based on the new rules of the Italian Ministry of Education (MIUR), study visa for single inmatriculaciĂłn undergraduate courses Universities and Italian AFAM institutions, can be given to children who have reached 17 years of age. This rule does not apply to the years following the inmatriculaciĂłn The study visa may also be issued to minors who have reached 14 years of age participating in exchange programs and cultural initiatives promoted by specialized agencies (eg. AFS Intercultural Programs) have been explicitly authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
Otherwise the student visa can not be issued to minors
WARNING: students interested in university study in Italian universities the MIUR (Ministry of University Italy) required at time of pre-registration for the first year a good knowledge of the Italian language, equivalent to level B2 the Common European Framework.
It further specifies that for any pre-registration for the first and subsequent years for postgraduate courses (Masters, PhD Specializations and Research) is generally required by the universities themselves an adequate knowledge of the language equivalent to the level above.
Without this knowledge, you cannot make these courses in Italy. Therefore it is suggested that interested students to advance studies of the Italian language with a minimum of six (6) months in advance of the dates of pre-college enrollment.
For further information on this warning can contact the Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Cultural Office of the Italian Embassy to 2453824-2325195-2321954 numbers and request a meeting with advisers from Italy.
If your study involves agreements between universities, exchange or double degree certification please present the corresponding certification of you school in Colombia in which it specifies the type of agreement, duration and other details that support the agreement.
National Visa (Type D) - Research (Ricerca Scientifica)Student
multiple entry15-90d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU researchers to enter Italy to conduct scientific research at a recognized research institution under a hosting agreement.
Visa fee waived for qualifying researchers. Must have a hosting agreement (Accordo di Accoglienza) with an Italian public or private research institution approved by the Ministry of University and Research. Not subject to immigration quotas. Family members may accompany under family reunion provisions.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Study (Studio)Student
multiple entry15-90d processingvalid 365d
Grants non-EU nationals the right to enter Italy to pursue higher education, language courses, vocational training, or other educational programs.
Reduced fee EUR 50. Fee waived for students in EU-funded educational exchange programs and for teachers/researchers participating in educational programs. Not subject to immigration quotas. Must convert to student residence permit within 8 working days of arrival. Permits part-time work up to 20 hours/week. Proof of university/school enrollment required.
Official page ↗Independent Work (Type C,Up To 90 Days And Type D,91 Days OnwardsWorkdocuments
Freelancer
- Two (2)
- Original and copy of Air Reservation
- Nulla osta of competent Questura
- Suitable accommodation provided by Italian law
- STUDY TITLE COPY AUTHENTICATED BY THE MINISTRY OF NATIONAL EDUCATION.
- Photocopy of the first page of the passport. -
- Receipt of payments of visa fee.
- Original and photocopy of
- Passport
- Certification of the entity granting authorization to practice as a freelancer.
- Suitable accommodation provided by Italian law.
- Proof of income relative to the last year of work for a minimum of Euro 8.400
- Employment contract affording workers compensation above the minimum wage Under Italian law.
- Last stock of the Company or last tax return to ensure the remuneration expressed in point 1.
- Certificate of registration with the Chamber of Commerce to show that the Company is active for at least three years.
- Copy of the statement of responsibility sent to the "Direzione Provinciale del Lavoro, Servizio Ispezione del Lavoro" of the Italian city of residence of the employer stating that will not be implemented to any subordinate work.
- Certificate of registration with the Chamber of Commerce to show that the Company is active for at least three years.
- Statement by the manager of the Italian company to guarantee the worker a salary above the minimum wage Under Italian law.
- Last stock of the Company or last tax return to ensure the payment of wages under Italian law
- Copy of the statement of responsibility sent to the "Direzione Provinciale del Lavoro, Servizio Ispezione del Lavoro" of the Italian city of residence of the employer stating that will not be implemented to any subordinate work.
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VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - INDEPENDENT WORK
The visa must be requested personally in Dominican Republic, with documentation that must complete as described below.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ANY INDEPENDENT WORK INDICATED BELOW
recent
3x4 photos on white background, one of them attached to the form.
(Sheet with photography and personal data only)
the citizenship ID
of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
In addition to the requirements of paragraph 1 to paragraph 9:
INDEPENDENT WORK FOR A COMPANY IN ITALY
In addition to the requirements of paragraph 1 to paragraph 9:
INDEPENDENT WORK AS PARTNERS, DIRECTORS OF COMPANIES IN ITALY
In addition to the requirements of paragraph 1 to paragraph 9:
NOTE: Failure to submit one of the documents listed is the rejection of the visa application. The Embassy reserves the right to request additional documentation as per the case.
Subordinate Work (Type C, Up To 90 Days And Type D, 91 Days Onwards)Workdocuments
- Two (2)
- Photocopy of the first page of the passport. - (Sheet where this photograph and the personal data only)
- Original and photocopy of the citizenship ID of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
- Passport valid
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VISA APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - SUBORDINATE WORK
The visa must be requested personally in Bogota, ALL REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
recent
3x4 color on white background, one of them attached to the form.
three months over that of the requested visa.
NOTE: To apply for this visa, the employer in Italy must have obtained prior authorization "Nulla Osta" work issued by the SUI "Sportello Unico per l 'I mmigrazione" of "Prefettura" competent Italian territory. (For information on this authorization should be addressed to the competent "Prefettura" in Italy).
EU Blue Card (Carta Blu UE)Work
multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 730d
Facilitates entry and residence of highly qualified non-EU workers who have a higher education qualification and a qualifying employment contract in Italy.
Exempt from annual immigration quotas. Minimum annual gross salary EUR 33,500 (2024 threshold, approximately 1x-1.6x average Italian salary). Employment contract must be at least 6 months. Issued for 2 years or duration of contract + 3 months if shorter. Employer must apply at Sportello Unico per l'Immigrazione. Additional fees: EUR 50 issuance + EUR 30 postal kit + EUR 16 tax stamp + EUR 30.46 processing. Confers enhanced mobility rights within EU after 18 months of legal residence.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Seasonal Work (Lavoro Stagionale)Work
270 daysmultiple entry15-45d processingvalid 270d
Allows non-EU nationals to work in Italy for a defined season, particularly in agriculture and tourism sectors.
Subject to seasonal immigration quotas in the annual decreto flussi. Renewable within Italy for a second season. Maximum duration 9 months (270 days) in any 12-month period. Must have a job offer from an Italian employer. Converted to seasonal residence permit at Questura.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Self-Employment (Lavoro Autonomo)Work
multiple entry90-120d processingvalid 365d
Permits non-EU nationals to enter Italy to carry out independent professional or business activity (freelance, entrepreneur, professional services) not covered by the Startup Visa.
Subject to annual immigration quotas (decreto flussi). Requires authorization from the relevant ministry/chamber of commerce depending on profession. Processing time typically 90-120 days due to quota release schedule. Must register at Questura and convert to residence permit within 8 working days of arrival. Fee EUR 116.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Subordinate Employment (Lavoro Subordinato)Work
multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 365d
Authorises non-EU nationals to enter Italy to take up employment under a contract with an Italian employer. Covers both seasonal and non-seasonal work.
Requires a Nulla Osta (clearance) from the Single Desk for Immigration (Sportello Unico per l'Immigrazione) at the Italian Prefettura. Subject to annual immigration quotas (decreto flussi) except for EU Blue Card and certain exempt categories. Must convert to residence permit (Permesso di Soggiorno) within 8 working days of arrival. Non-seasonal work: processing ~90 days. Seasonal work: shorter timelines. Fee EUR 116.
Official page ↗Invitation (Official Bodies Orinternational Organizations Based In Italy Type C Only)Otherdocuments
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Re-Entry-Type D (Exclusive For Those Who Live In Italy)Otherdocuments
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Sport Competition (Type C Only)Otherdocuments
Important: · Requirements:
- Without exception, all
- The application must be submitted in
- Failure to provide one of the documents listed below provides room for rejection of the visa application and the Embassy reserves the right to request additional documentation as appropriate.
- Two (2) recent color photos 3x4 white background, one attached to the form.
- Passport in good condition with validity exceeding three months over the duration of the requested visa.
- A photocopy of the first page of the passport (page with photo and personal data only).
- Round-trip Air Reservation for the trip period.
- A photocopy of the hotel reservation or lodging availability for all the staying period.
- Requirement written by CONI (Comitato Olimpico Nazionale Italiano), outstanding the sporting event, checking the invitation for every runner or participant of the event and asking for the visa.
- Demonstration of livelihood:
- Bank statements for the last six (6) months from the date of the balance guarantor. Internet bank statements are not accepted.
- Original Certificate stated by the FederaciĂłn Deportiva colombiana that shows the real runner condition or the visa asker.
- Certificate of the responsible of affording the trip expenses.
- International Health Insurance - that shall be acquired in Dominican Republic -
- Citizenship ID of applicants who are at least 18 years of age.
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Visa application requirements - Tourism for sport competition
documents must be presented in
original and photocopy.
person
at the Italy Visa Application Centre
in Dominican Republic.
completely filled out, signed by the applicant and, if a minor, signed by a parent or guardian.
valid for the Schengen States
and the first 8 days, in the name of the visa applicant. Coverage of this should not be less than 30,000.00 Euros.
Digital Nomad / Remote Worker Visa (Visto per Nomadi Digitali / Lavoratori da Remoto)Digital nomad
multiple entry15-90d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU highly specialized workers - both freelancers/self-employed and employees of foreign companies - to reside and work remotely from Italy.
Introduced by Law 25/2022 (Art. 6-quinquies of Legislative Decree 286/1998); operationalised by Interministerial Decree of 29 February 2024 (published in Official Gazette 4 April 2024). Two categories: (1) Digital Nomads (freelancers/self-employed); (2) Remote Workers (employees of non-Italian foreign companies). Minimum annual income EUR 24,789 (as of 2024; recalculated annually). Valid health insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage required. University degree or equivalent professional qualification required. Not subject to annual immigration quotas. Visa fee adjusts quarterly based on official EUR/USD exchange rate. Initial permit valid 1 year, renewable at Questura.
Official page ↗Investor Visa for Italy (Visto per Investitori)Investment
multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 730donline
Grants non-EU nationals a 2-year visa to reside in Italy in exchange for a qualifying investment in strategic Italian economic or social assets.
Officially introduced by Law 232/2016 (2017 Budget Law). Administered by the IV4I Committee under MIMIT. Four investment pathways: EUR 2,000,000 in Italian government bonds; EUR 500,000 in an Italian limited liability company; EUR 250,000 in an Italian innovative startup; EUR 1,000,000 in a philanthropic donation. Nulla Osta issued within 30 days. Investment must be completed within 3 months of arrival. Initial visa valid 2 years, residence permit renewable for 3 years. Exempt from annual immigration quotas. Program suspended for Russian and Belarusian nationals (extended to dual nationals March 2024). Path to permanent residence after 5 years; path to citizenship after 10 years.
Official page ↗Italia Startup Visa (Visto per Startup Innovativa)Other
multiple entry30-60d processingvalid 365donline
Enables non-EU innovators residing abroad to enter Italy and establish an innovative startup meeting Italian Startup Act criteria.
Fully digital, free application portal. Nulla Osta (ISV certificate) issued within 30 days by committee. Total government fees approximately EUR 96 (two postal bulletins: EUR 30.46 and EUR 50.00; revenue stamp: EUR 16.00). Initial self-employment visa valid 1 year. After 1 year, renewable for 2-year self-employment residence permit upon demonstrating business incorporation and adequate income. Application routes: directly to Ministry committee, or through a certified Italian incubator. Must register at Questura within 8 working days of arrival. Exempt from immigration quotas.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Adoption (Adozione)Other
multiple entry15-90d processingvalid 365d
Allows prospective adoptive parents (or children being adopted) to enter Italy to complete international adoption proceedings under the Hague Convention.
Requires authorization from the Commissione per le Adozioni Internazionali (CAI), the Italian central authority for international adoptions. For children: the visa converts to a residence permit. Italy is a party to the Hague Convention on International Adoption. Exempt from immigration quotas.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Diplomatic / Official Mission (Diplomatico / Missione Ufficiale)Diplomatic
multiple entry5-15d processing
Issued to accredited diplomats, consular officers, and official mission personnel assigned to Italy or international organizations headquartered in Italy (e.g., FAO, WFP, IFAD in Rome).
Visa fee waived under diplomatic reciprocity and Vienna Convention obligations. Accreditation must be arranged through the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Protocol Office. Diplomats from countries with bilateral visa exemption agreements for diplomatic passports do not require a visa. Mission personnel of international organizations headquartered in Italy (including UN Rome-based agencies) may obtain special diplomatic status permits.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Elective Residency (Residenza Elettiva)Retirement
multiple entry30-90d processingvalid 365d
Designed for non-EU nationals with sufficient independent income (pension, investments, property income) who wish to reside in Italy without engaging in employment.
Applicant must demonstrate substantial passive income sufficient for full self-support in Italy (no precise minimum stated in law, but consulates typically require evidence of at least EUR 31,000/year for a single applicant). Employment is not permitted. Must have suitable accommodation in Italy. Converts to elective residency permit within 8 working days of arrival; renewable annually showing continued income. Popular for retirees and those living off investment income.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Religious Mission (Missione Religiosa)Other
multiple entry15-60d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU members of religious orders, missionaries, and religious volunteers to enter Italy for recognized religious activities or to serve in religious communities.
Requires a letter of invitation or guarantee from the recognized religious institution in Italy. The religious organization must be legally registered in Italy. Subject to immigration quotas in some subcategories. Must convert to residence permit within 8 working days of arrival.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Volunteering (Volontariato)Other
365 daysmultiple entry15-90d processingvalid 365d
Allows non-EU nationals to enter Italy to take part in an approved voluntary service programme run by a recognised religious body, non-governmental organisation, or registered social-utility association.
Open to applicants generally aged 25-35. The sponsoring organisation in Italy must obtain a Nulla Osta authorization and provide health insurance (covering accidents and civil liability during volunteering) plus a declaration covering accommodation and round-trip travel; the confirmation is transmitted electronically to the Italian consulate. The visa is issued within 90 days of authorization. National (Type D) visa fee EUR 116 (plus residence-permit and administrative costs of approx EUR 40 permit + EUR 30 postal kit + EUR 16 tax stamp + EUR 30.46 issuance). Residence permit covers the programme duration up to 1 year (exceptionally up to 18 months) and is not renewable or convertible. Must be requested at the Questura within 8 working days of arrival.
Official page ↗National Visa (Type D) - Working Holiday / Youth Mobility (Vacanze-Lavoro)Working holiday
365 daysmultiple entry10-30d processingvalid 365d
Allows young nationals of countries holding a bilateral youth-mobility agreement with Italy to spend an extended holiday in Italy while undertaking incidental work to help fund their stay.
Available only to nationals of countries with a bilateral youth-mobility (working holiday) agreement with Italy: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Korea, Japan and Hong Kong. Age eligibility is generally 18-30 (extended to 18-35 for Canada and Australia). No work authorization (nulla osta) is required; apply directly at the Italian consulate in the applicant's home country. Applicant must show proof of sufficient funds (e.g. approx EUR 1,900 for a 12-month stay under the Italy-Canada programme) and return-travel means. Work is incidental to the holiday and generally capped at 6 months total with a maximum of 3 months per employer, except under the Italy-Canada agreement which permits work for the full authorized period. Programmes are subject to annual bilateral quotas (e.g. 2,000 places each way for Canada). Standard national (Type D) visa fee EUR 116. Residence permit (Permesso di Soggiorno) must be requested at the Questura within 8 working days of arrival; valid up to 12 months and non-renewable/non-convertible.
Official page ↗Schengen Visa (Type C) - Cultural / Sporting EventsOther
90 dayssingle entry15-45d processingvalid 180d
Covers non-EU nationals participating in or attending cultural events, film festivals, music performances, sporting competitions, or similar organized events in Italy.
Type C Schengen visa, fee EUR 90. Requires invitation letter or registration confirmation from the organizing institution. Athletes competing in official international competitions may benefit from expedited processing under sports federation agreements. Journalists and crew attending covered events also apply under this category in practice.
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Italy visa for Dominican citizens - FAQ
Do Dominican citizens need a visa for Italy?
Yes - Dominican citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Italy embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do Dominican citizens need for Italy?
A valid passport plus the Italy document checklist for your visa type - Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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