Visa information

Important notice for VISA application

Whether you are an individual traveler or join an official international delegation, we strongly encourage you to begin the visa application process immediately. It is recommended that the visa application process be initiated well in advance of the planned travel date. International attendees requiring a visa to travel to Italy should contact the Italian Embassy or Consulate nearest them.

Easy Steps to Follow When Applying for Your Visa

• Find out if you need a VISA to enter Italy
• If you need a VISA, get complete information at the Italian Embassy or Consulate nearest you
• Request an Official Letter of Invitation: International visitors or exhibitors requiring an official letter of invitation from VINITALY in support of the visa application may click here to submit their request. Please submit one request for each person that would like to receive an official invitation and please note that each letter will be prepared only once. In case of errors in the communication of your personal data (passport number, spelling of names etc.) we regret but we cannot fulfill any further request for a new Official Letter of Invitation.
• Get all your documentation ready (a valid passport, appropriate application forms to be obtained from your local Embassy or Consulate detailing employment status, reason for travel and financial status, documents to support the application, proof of payment of visa fees, additional documents that your local Embassy or Consulate may require).

Official letters of invitation can be provided until March 6, 2010 and will be sent by fax only.
Express deliveries by DHL, FEDEX or other forwarding agent can be granted only to recipients who will pay all shipment charges.

Veronafiere has no influence over the issue of a visa, therefore, is not able to contact Italian Embassies or Consulates in support or on behalf of an individual attempting to gain entry into Italy. Specific questions should be directed toward your Embassy.