Get a Student Visa for Italy and learn Italian language in Milan!
Do you need a Student Visa for Italy? We can help! If you're a non-European citizen and want to stay in Italy for more than 90 days to study Italian, you may need a Student Visa. Our Italian School for International students in Milan provides the right courses to support your visa application.
Study in Italy: Student Visas & Permits
Do you dream of studying Italian in Italy and exploring Milan? If you're a non-European citizen and plan to stay for more than 3 months, you may need an Italian Student Visa.
To apply for a student visa, you must enroll in a course with at least 20 lessons per week—that’s 4 lessons a day, Monday to Friday. Our Intensive Course meets all the visa requirements and comes with a special discount for long-term students.
At our school, we provide the necessary documentation and support to make your visa application process smooth and stress-free.
Contact us today and start your Italian adventure in Milan!

Student Visa for Italy – Everything You Need to Know to Learn Italian in Milan
You are going to study in Italy for less than three months. In this case you don’t need an Italian student visa as you can enter Italy as a tourist. (ATTENTION: Please note that citizens of some countries require a student visa even for short-term stays. Check this link for the latest regulations).
You are going to study in Italy for more than three months. In this case you must request a student visa at the Italian Embassy or Consulate in your country. Go ahead reading to check all the documentation you may need.
📝 Our intensive courses that meet this requirement:
€780 for 4 weeks
€2.500 for 16 weeks
€3.000 for 20 weeks
€3.500 for 24 weeks
€5.300 for 48 weeks
(includes all didactic materials 📚 and extracurricular activities 🏛️, held once a week).
1. Visa Documentation Provided by Our School
Once the full course fee is paid, we provide all the necessary documents for your visa application, including:
- Invoice
- Enrollment Certificate
- Acknowledgments from the Italian Ministry of Education
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Chamber of Commerce Company Registration
2. Required Documents for Visa Application
To apply for a student visa at the Italian Embassy/Consulate in your country, you must submit the following:
- Valid Passport
- Health Insurance for the entire stay in Italy
- Proof of Accommodation (Invitation from a host family or certificate of lodging from our school)
- Proof of Economic Coverage (1000 € per month for your stay)
- Confirmed Flight Reservation
3. Italian Language Requirement for Visa
You must have completed the A2 level of Italian language proficiency to apply for a student visa.
4. Motivation Letter for Visa Application
A well-crafted motivation letter is essential for your visa application. This letter should clearly explain:
- Your academic and/or professional background
- Reasons for choosing Italy for your studies
- How the chosen study program relates to your future career goals
5. Visa Motivation Letter Structure
The motivation letter should be formal, well-structured, and clear, as it plays a critical role in the visa evaluation process.
6. A2 Level Italian Language Course Assistance
Our school assists beginners in completing the A2 level of Italian before applying for a student visa. We offer online Italian courses tailored to your needs, with excellent flexibility and quality, although these courses are separate from the visa application process and have additional costs.
7. Our Italian Language Course Levels
To progress to the next language level, you will need 40 group lessons according to the Common European Framework (CEF). Each student’s progress will vary based on individual learning speed.
8. Visa Application Process and Country Variations
Please note that the visa application process may differ depending on your country. For more details, contact the reception or your local Italian Embassy/Consulate.
9. No Refunds After Visa Approval
Once your visa has been approved, please note that no refunds will be given.
Once you arrive in Italy, you need to go the nearest post office and fill in the postal kit for the residence permit withing 8 days of your arrival.
In case the visa application is refused, we provide the refund except for a 250 € of administrative fee once we receive the original visa refusal letter officially signed by the Italian embassy/consulate.
Fees are always charged to the student.