Applying for schengen visa in Italy embassy

senmahi77
By senmahi77

 

Applying for schengen visa in Italy embassy

 

My tour plan would be at around 21st June 2014. How soon can I apply visa in Italy embassy?

 

How long does it take to get the visa after applying?

 

Please give some suggestion.

 

By Hyun woo• 18 May 2015 15:41
Hyun woo

Hi, I have all the requirements except of the six months bank statement....I just open my account; since our company is not a salary-bank transfer. Is their any alternative way aside of this...

By chandanaa• 14 May 2015 17:52
Rating: 2/5
chandanaa

SCHENGEN VISA REQUIREMENTS

refer the website "www.ambdoha.esteri.it"

1. Valid passport (not less than 3 months); + copy

2. One recent passport photo size 4x6 (dark grey or light blue sky background); *

3. For non Qatari: valid residence permit

(not less than 6 months) + copy;

4. Air ticket;

5. Medical insurance policy valid for all the Schengen countries (minimum coverage Euros 30.000);

6. copy of the previous Schengen Visa;

In addition to the above mentioned requirements find listed below further documents requested depending on the kind of visa you are applying for:

TOURIST VISA

- Hotel reservation in Italy*;

For non Qatari:

- Letter from your employer/sponsor stating date of employment, position held and monthly salary;

- Bank statement of the last 6 months;

- Proof of sufficient financial support

(travellers’ cheques or credit cards);

TRANSIT VISA (max. 5 days)

- Hotel reservation in Italy*;

For non Qatari:

- Letter from your employer/sponsor stating date of employment, position held and monthly salary;

- Proof of sufficient financial support

(travellers’ cheques or credit cards);

* Hotel reservation can be replaced by a letter of invitation written and signed by the hosting relative, friend, family or Institution representative sent by fax, together with his/her copy of identity document, directly to the fax numbers of the Embassy: +974 -44831909

BUSINESS VISA

- Letter from your employer/sponsor stating date of employment, position held, monthly salary, duration of your business trip and that he/the Company will meet all necessary expenses during your stay; Bank statement of the last 6 months;

- Invitation letter from the Italian Company or Institution sent to your Company and copy to the fax numbers of the Embassy: +974 44831909;

AIRPORT TRANSIT VISA

- Valid entry visa to the country of destination

All applicants have to apply personally

All documents must be submitted in original

Documents at points (1) and (4) must be handed to the teller also in photocopy

Depending on the circumstances, you may be required to provide with further documents

Incomplete and unsigned applications will not be accepted

By shawn.ds• 15 Oct 2014 12:54
shawn.ds

Yes, they will accept it.

By zirkwander• 15 Oct 2014 09:47
zirkwander

Hi, just a follow-up question. Will they accept if my hotel booking is sent to my email?

By shawn.ds• 18 Jun 2014 20:01
shawn.ds

I'm not sure why it is three weeks prior to travel but this is what the officer at the counter outside told me. A possibility is that they accept only limited number of applications per day. But if your situation requires that you apply way in advance, you can explain it to them while requesting the appointment date.

By jerach• 26 May 2014 13:37
Rating: 5/5
jerach

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By senmahi77• 8 Apr 2014 08:09
senmahi77

Thanks for your info which gives me some idea.

But, why do give appointment 3 weeks before and why not earlier?

Is there any reason to it 3 weeks?

By shawn.ds• 5 Mar 2014 12:04
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shawn.ds

You first need to visit the Italian Embassy (between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM) on a weekday and take an appointment for the Schengen Visa Interview. Normally, the Officer will allot you an appointment three (3) weeks prior to your date of travel.

On the day of interview, please carry the following documents to the Embassy:

- Original Passport (with validity not less than 6 months)

- Passport Copy (of the pages having your name, address and Work Permit)

- Two passport size photograph with a light blue or dark grey background

- Letter from your sponsor/company: The letter should mention your name, designation, salary, starting date of employment, duration and purpose of visit. It should also mention that you will return back to Qatar and rejoin work from which date onwards.

- Confirmed Air Ticket

- Confirmed Hotel Accommodation for the duration of stay

- Travel Insurance for the duration of stay. You can get it done online through the AXA website (Coverage Amount 30000 Euros)

- Six (6) months bank statement showing sufficient funds to cover

- Visa Fee (payable in cash) to the Visa Officer: QAR 286

The schengen visa application form is available for download from the embassy website but they will ask you to fill another application at the counter. So have a pen and other necessary documents at hand.

The visa officer will ask you a few questions and assess your application. If you qualify for the visa, pay the visa fee at the counter. The officer will give you a receipt mentioning the date of collection. You must produce this receipt at the time of collection. Check the visa page if all details are correct. If not, notify the officer at the collection counter.

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