Italy – Schengen Visa

Apply for your Italy Short-Term Schengen Visa

Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C)

Visa Overview

The Italy Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C) allows Filipino travelers to visit Italy and other Schengen member states for tourism, business, family visits, and other short-stay purposes. This visa grants access to all 26 Schengen countries.

Processing Time Notice: The current processing time is approximately 40-45 calendar days. Please plan your application accordingly.

Visa Details

Visa Type: Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C)
Purpose of Travel: Tourism
Validity: Up to 90 days within 180-day period

Application Form & Photo

Application Form

Completed Schengen Visa Application form
Signed by applicant
For minors: Both parents must sign the application form

Photo Requirements

Size: 35mm x 45mm (passport-size)
White background
Present, same image and likeness

Cover Letter Requirements

Your cover letter must include:

Travel dates to Italy
Purpose of travel explanation
Names of companions traveling with you
Day-to-day itinerary
Brief description of your means of income
Your travel history

Passport Requirements

Valid passport with 6 months validity from end of intended stay
Must contain at least 2 empty pages
Previous passports (latest 2 old passports)
Photocopy of bio page, previous visas, and immigration stamps from current and at least 2 old passports

Financial Documents

Proof of Personal Economic Means

Original bank certificate from commercial bank with 6-month statements
Business/savings accounts may be submitted in addition
If full name not on business account: letter from bank manager confirming signing powers

If Sponsored

Original notarized Affidavit of Support (issued within 1 month)
Sponsor’s valid passport copy
Sponsor’s bank certificate with 6-month statements (issued within 1 week)
Proof of relationship (PSA)

Employment Documents

For Employees

Original Certificate of Employment (date of recruitment, compensation, position)
Original Employment Letter with HR stamp confirming leave approval
Copy of recent Individual Income Tax Return (ITR)

For Self-Employed / Business Owners

DTI/SEC Business Registration
Latest GIS (for corporate business)
Updated Mayor’s Permit
Business Financial Statement (at least 6 months)
Individual Income Tax Return (ITR)
Certificate of Registration (COR)

For Students

School Certification + Student ID
If traveling during academic year: Letter from school authorizing absence

Travel Arrangements

Detailed Day-to-Day Itinerary – For entire stay with destinations and dates
Confirmed Flight Booking – With travel dates and booking reference showing entry/exit from Schengen
Interstate Booking – If traveling to other Schengen states

Travel Health Insurance

Minimum coverage of €30,000
Must have 15 days allowance beyond travel period
Valid throughout Schengen area
Coverage for emergency hospitalization and repatriation
Must be from accredited insurance companies (see list)
CASHLESS SETTLEMENTS only

Accredited Insurance Companies (24 total):

Malayan Insurance Company, Inc.
Assist-Card
Standard Insurance Co
Starr International Insurance Philippines
Pioneer Insurance and Surety Company
Pacific Cross Insurance, Inc.
MAPFRE Insular Insurance Corporation
AXA Philippines
FPG Insurance
ETIQA
Oona Insurance
Prudential Guarantee
+ 12 more companies. See full list in downloadable PDF.

Proof of Accommodation

For Tourists

Confirmed hotel reservations for entire stay in Schengen area

If Staying with Family/Friends (Invitation Letter)

The invitation letter should include:

Inviter’s Information: Full name, address, contact, relationship, Italian ID/permit
Invitee’s Information: Full name, DOB, nationality, passport details
Visit Details: Purpose, duration, accommodation details
Financial Responsibility: Statement if inviter is providing support
Letter should be in Italian, preferably on letterhead, with signature and date

Download the official accommodation form from the sidebar.

Requirements for Minors

If Single: PSA Birth Certificate
If Married: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate
If Widowed: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate + Death Certificate of spouse

How to Apply

Determine visa type – Confirm you need a Short-Term Schengen visa
Schedule appointment – Fill up application form, submit passport bio page copy, latest Schengen visa (if applicable), and pay visa fee
Prepare requirements – Submit documents at least 2 weeks before appointment
Attend biometrics appointment – Submit documents at Italian VFS Manila
Wait for processing – 40-45 calendar days

Italian VFS Manila Address:
Ground Floor, One Campus Place, Building A, McKinley Town Center, McKinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Metro Manila

Embassy Information

Embassy of Italy in the Philippines
5th Floor, Tower B One Campus Place, McKinley Hill, Taguig City, Metro Manila

+63 2 8892 4531 / 4532 / 4533 / 4534

[email protected] / [email protected]

ambmanila.esteri.it

Important Notes

Residency Rule: Applicants with Philippine passports who hold temporary or permanent resident permits in other countries (US Green Card, work permit, student visa) must apply in the country where they normally reside most of the year.
Bank Certificates: Only bank certificates issued by commercial banks in the Philippines are accepted.
Non-Refundable: The visa fee is NOT refunded if your visa application is refused.

Schengen Area Countries

Processing Time: 40–45 calendar days

Longer processing time than other Schengen countries

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