Italy Visa for Egyptian Citizens
Egyptian passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Italy, but not a full visa.
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) will be required for visa-exempt third-country nationals once operational. The Entry/Exit System (EES) became fully operational on 10 April 2026 across all Schengen countries, after a progressive rollout beginning 12 October 2025. ETIAS is scheduled to start operations in Q4 2026; no precise date confirmed as of June 2026. Applies to all Annex II nationals entering the Schengen area including Italy. A fee will apply; authorization covers multiple short stays within 3 years.
home-affairs.ec.europa.eu ↗How Egyptian citizens apply for a Italy visa
- → Apply online for the eTA before you travel; approval is usually quick.
- → See the exact document checklist for Egyptian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Egyptian applicants
The exact documents Egyptian citizens must submit for Italy, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
otherMission
- Visa application forms duly filled out and signed by applicant - Two recent photographs in color, of head on, with the uncovered head for gentlemen and white background - Passport valid up to 3 months after the expiry of the visa and at least 2 blank pages. - Previous passports covering the last 7 years or, if none, certificate of movements issued by the Mogamma. - Copy of the passport page containing holder’s data and those mentioning an extension of validity. - Copies of any previous and current Schengen, USA and UK visas (if any). - Verbal note of the corresponding Ministry or employer Organism stating the mission program and the authority covering the expenses related to the mission - P-to-date personal bank account statement for the last 6 months. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided. - Justification of the socio professional situation of the traveller. - Return air Ticket or Reservation indicating the complete itinerary of the tour. - Travel assistance policy of a duration equal to that requested for visa, valid for all the countries of the Schengen space, that covers the medical expenses and of repatriation in case of accident or disease (minimum cover: € 30.000). - Common List of Travel Insurance Companies enabled by the Schengen Members in Egypt click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2KR8PhXyAhsu0f9MsOrnDG/1eaa21089d141b080986d9f07dc3ba27/mission-documents.pdf) According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
otherTirocinio Formazione
- Visa application form duly filled out and signed by applicant. - Two recent photographs in color (passport-size and white background) of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman. - Passport valid up to 6 months after the expiry of the visa and at least 2 blank pages. - Previous passports covering the last 7 years or, if none, certificate of movements issued by the Mogamma. - Copy of the passport page containing holder’s data and those mentioning an extension of validity. - Copies of any previous and current visa (if applicable). Proof of enrolment or pre-enrolment in course of study/technical/professionaltraining, mentioning the hours of daily study/professional practice and duration - Of course. This can be supported by a request letter from the hosting Institution Documentation of educational history from the country of origin (Please show - all originals at the time of submission) - Proof of available means of support for the stay in Italy Declaration of the availability in Italy of appropriate lodgings as well as thefunds necessary for repatriation, possibly to be demonstrated in the form of a - return airline ticket - Travel assistance policy of a duration equal to that requested for visa, valid for all the countries of the Schengen space, that covers the medical expenses and of repatriation in case of accident or disease (minimum cover: € 30.000). - Common List of Travel Insurance Companies enabled by the Schengen Members in Egypt click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3FN7brA03gRaR5UXFTXqxr/8570f91a9e9af5980fcb225deaa0ab68/formaziones.pdf) According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
studentStudy.
- For more information about the documents required for the study visa for the enrolment in the academic year 2020/2021, click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3079eDZkafq47aLMrGHhzg/342305fa208fe6616a1e652b49117601/studyvisa.pdf) . - Visa application form duly filled out and signed by applicant. - Two recent photographs in colour (passport-size and white background) of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman. - Passport valid up to 3 months after the expiry of the visa and at least 2 blank pages. - Previous passports covering the last 7 years or, if none, certificate of movements issued by the Mogamma. - Copy of the passport page containing holder’s data and those mentioning an extension of validity. - Copies of any previous and current visa (if applicable). - “Dichiarazione di Valore” (Declaration of Value) of the applicant’s educational certificates duly legalized by the Consular office of the Embassy of Italy in Cairo. The Italian Institution or School should advise the Embassy directly in case it is not required. - Education Certificates duly legalized by the Consular Office of the Embassy of Italy in Cairo. - Acceptance of enrolment by the Italian School or Institution, stating the duration of course Documentation regarding the applicant’s economic status: - University Courses or Post graduate courses: Proof of means of support in Italy of not less than 350.57 Euro for each month of the academic year. This availability can be proven through Bank Statement of applicant or family. - Scholarship from Italian Government: Proof of scholarship in original. Where the amount of the scholarship does not satisfy the minimum established by law the availability can be proven throughBank Statement of applicant or family - Non University courses : a) Adequate financial guarantees covering the expenses for the duration of stay - b) adequate means for repatriation OR return flight ticket or booking (for courses for period up to 90 days) - Travel assistance policy of a duration equal to that requested for visa, valid for all the countries of the Schengen space, that covers the medical expenses and of repatriation in case of accident or disease (minimum cover: € 30.000). - Common List of Travel Insurance Companies enabled by the Schengen Members in Egypt click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2U72d1z7TZoJvjxt6ujwMT/fc59a46f9262697fca6c3ccfa6bd5a70/long-study-documents.pdf) (For visa requested more than 90 days) The applicant has to submit his/her original (not scanned) admission letter stapled with the passport. - At the time of collection of the passport applicant has to make sure that the admission letter or the declaration letter by the university is duly stamped by the Embassy - Adequate proof of Boarding and Lodging (if required) - A return flight ticket or booking (for courses up to 90 days) According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
otherRe Entry Visa
- Visa application form duly filled out and signed by applicant. - Two recent photographs in color (passport-size and white background) of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman. - Passport valid up to 3 months after the expiry of the visa and at least 1 blank page + Certificate of movements issued by the Mogamma. - Covering letter from applicant detailing reasons for the re-entry visa application and specifying where he/she resides in Italy - A - If the “Permesso di soggiorno” (Permit of stay) expiry date does not exceeds 90 days, documentation for not having applied for the renewal in Italy is to be submitted - B- If application for renewal was submitted but, for personal reasons, applicant had to leave Italy for a long period before its issuance, - Original of the receipt (given to him by the competent Questura - Police Headquarters or by Poste Italiane) and - Certificates proving the personal reasons that forced to long stay in Egypt have to be submitted. - C - If the valid “Permesso di soggiorno” has been stolen or lost while in Egypt, Original Police Report, attesting lost/theft of “Permesso di soggiorno” (Permit of stay), is to be submitted in original, translated in Italian/English & duly attested - Photocopy of all observations in the passport - Please note: Re-entry visa can be issued ONLY after authorization from the competent “Questura” (Police Headquarters) in Italy According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
studentStudy
Requisite documents for student visa - Application form fully completed and signed by the applicant. - Two recent passport-size photographs. - Passport having validity of more than 1 year. - Health Insurance covering the entire period of the stay in Italy. - Common List of Travel Insurance Companies enabled by the Schengen Members in Egypt click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2x45wZwxt2SRzvUgZRoV4g/0e28da903ba71fab657faf5236e59c73/study-documents.pdf) - Proof of adequate financial means: - Bank statement of the Parent - Bank guarantee stating adequate funds for the entire period of the course duration (at least an income of 350 Euro per month approximately) - Proof of Bank account in Italy or proof of the credit card provided by the parent. - Acceptance/Admission letter from the University/College stating the following details: - Duration of course - Type of Course ( Subjects undertaken) - Medium of Study ( English or Italian) - Receipt proof of 30% payment of the course fee of the University/College. - In case of medium of instruction of the course being in Italian, please provide proof of basic certificate of knowledge of Italian i.e. Language certificate. - A confirmed one way air ticket or reservation. - Proof of accommodation whether on campus or alternate lodging. All the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian and legalized. Note: Student must be over 14 years of age. Student is under the age of 18 years, a sponsor in Italy must legally certify to undertake all responsibilities. Please note: Additional documents may be required in certain cases. Applicant could be requested to appear for a personal interview in the Visa Office of the Embassy of Italy. According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
otherReligious
- Visa application form duly filled out and signed by applicant. - Two recent photographs in color (passport-size and white background) of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman. - Passport valid up to 3 months after the expiry of the visa and at least 2 blank pages. - Previous passports covering the last 7 years or, if none, certificate of movements issued by the Mogamma. - Copy of the passport page containing holder’s data and those mentioning an extension of validity. - Copies of any previous and current Schengen, USA and UK visas (if any). - Verbal Note of the Mission of the Holy See in Cairo explaining the purpose of the visit (if applicable) - Sponsorship letter from the hosting Congregation in Italy, attested by the Secretary of State – Vatican (if applicable), OR sponsorship letter of Religious Institution in Italy with details concerning the religious nature of the event, or of the activities representing the purpose of the visit. Proof of economic means of support or declaration of assumption of responsibility by the religious organization Travel assistance policy of a duration equal to that requested for visa, valid for all the countries of the Schengen space, that covers the medical expenses and of repatriation in case of accident or disease (minimum cover: € 30.000). - Common List of Travel Insurance Companies enabled by the Schengen Members in Egypt click here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2F3SUTZ1KBw8NTBmKOaXvC/3865238c2db6840a79ebd750cfb55912/religious-documents.pdf) According to Schengen regulation all the requested documents issued in Arabic have to be translated into Italian language by any translator and legalized.
Italy visa for Egypt citizens — FAQ
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Italy?
Egyptian passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Italy, but not a full visa.
What documents do Egyptian 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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