Italy Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore citizens need a visa for Italy?

No visa is needed — Singaporeans can enter Italy visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Italy?

Yes — Indians need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Italy?

No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter Italy visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Italy?

Yes — Filipinos need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Italy?

Yes — Chinese nationals need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: How much does a Italy visa cost?

The official government fee for the Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) is 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).

Q: How long does a Italy visa take to process?

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C): Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.. Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.

Q: What documents are required for a Italy visa?

Typically: Completed Schengen application form; Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Two biometric photos; Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000; Round-trip flight reservation; Proof of accommodation. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for Italy?

No. Singaporeans travel visa-free for up to 90 days in Schengen; ETIAS will be required once it launches (expected 2027).

Q: How much is the Italy Schengen visa?

EUR 80 adults, EUR 40 children 6-12, free under 6, plus the VFS service fee and insurance.

Tourist Visa

Italy

Assistance Fee

S$ 65 .00

S$100 35% OFF

+ Government fee (paid to authorities)

Free (exempt) · Schengen short-stay: 80 EUR adult

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Italy Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending) at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
HolidaySG service fee: S$65.00
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (live since 10 Apr 2026)
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.
Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014). Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from our service fee.

Do you need a visa to Italy?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter Italy without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for Italy for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (Embassy of Italy Singapore / BLS International) · Last verified 16 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official Italy visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No Online application: No

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (live since 10 Apr 2026)
Where to apply: No application yet

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

90/180 rule counts all Schengen countries together.

Source: Embassy of Italy Singapore / BLS International · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free

Validity: Single or multiple entry; total stay max 90 days per 180-day period
Max stay: 90 days
Time to verify: At VFS/consulate appointment (biometrics)
Time to approval: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.
Processing time: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, min 15 days before.
Where to apply: https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en

Who needs it: Visa-required nationals including Indian passport holders where Italy is the main destination or first entry point, for tourism, family visit or business up to 90 days in 180.

Required documents

Completed Schengen application form
Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
Two biometric photos
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation
Proof of sufficient funds
Employment/business proof
Cover letter and detailed itinerary

Arrival card: None — EES

Extra charges: VFS Global service fee; mandatory travel insurance (min EUR 30,000); optional premium/courier services

Apply to the country of main destination / first entry.

Source: BLS International — Embassy of Italy Singapore · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 ~~S$100~~ per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Italy visa requirements by nationality

Top 30 passports

Passport	Requirement	Max stay	Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇲🇾Malaysia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇮🇳India	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇮🇩Indonesia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇵🇭Philippines	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇨🇳China	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇻🇳Vietnam	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇹🇭Thailand	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇯🇵Japan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇺🇸United States	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇫🇷France	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇦🇪UAE	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇩Bangladesh	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇱🇰Sri Lanka	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇭🇰Hong Kong	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇳🇿New Zealand	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇷Brazil	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇿🇦South Africa	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇳🇬Nigeria	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇪🇬Egypt	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇲Myanmar	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

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