Tourism / Holiday Schengen Visa (Type C) - Tourism Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Tourism / Holiday

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Processing Time Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent visa authority.

Entries Single or multiple entry, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For a genuine temporary tourism or holiday visit to Italy where Italy is the sole or main Schengen destination.

Permitted Activities

Tourism, holidays, sightseeing and ordinary temporary visitor activities.

Restrictions

Ordinary employment or another activity requiring separate work or residence authorization is not permitted under a standard short-stay visitor visa.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. The itinerary, accommodation, financial evidence and travel plan should support Italy as the genuine main destination. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Visit Family or Friends Schengen Visa (Type C) - Family / Friends Visit Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Visit Family or Friends

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent visa authority.

Entries Single or multiple entry, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For a temporary private visit to relatives or friends in Italy. This purpose is for a visit only and must not be confused with long-term family reunification or settlement.

Permitted Activities

Private visits to relatives or friends and ordinary temporary visitor activities.

Restrictions

Ordinary employment or another activity requiring separate work or residence authorization is not permitted under a standard short-stay visitor visa.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Host information, invitation where applicable, relationship evidence and accommodation arrangements should support the private-visit purpose. Stays exceeding 90 days normally require the appropriate Italian national visa D. National categories include study, family reunification, employment, self-employment, religious reasons, medical treatment and other qualifying purposes. University-study applicants must first complete the required Universitaly pre-enrolment procedure. For the 2026/2027 academic year, validated applicants are contacted through BLS for the student visa appointment. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Business Visit Schengen Visa (Type C) - Business Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Business Visit

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Processing Time Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent visa authority.

Entries Single or multiple entry, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For genuine short business travel to Italy, including meetings, negotiations, commercial discussions, trade contacts or other activities permitted to a business visitor.

Permitted Activities

Business meetings, negotiations, commercial discussions, trade contacts and other activities permitted to a genuine business visitor.

Restrictions

A business-visitor visa must not be used for ordinary employment or work requiring separate authorization.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. The invitation, commercial relationship, Pakistan-based employment or business evidence, itinerary and funding must be consistent with the declared business purpose. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Conference / CME / Professional Meeting Schengen Visa (Type C) - Conference / Professional Event Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Conference / CME / Professional Meeting

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent visa authority.

Entries Single or multiple entry, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For temporary attendance at a conference, congress, CME programme, scientific event, seminar, academic meeting or other professional event in Italy.

Permitted Activities

Attendance at conferences, congresses, CME programmes, seminars, scientific events and professional or academic meetings.

Restrictions

Conference or CME attendance does not by itself authorize employment or other work requiring permission.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Event registration or invitation, professional relevance, event dates, accommodation and funding should all support the declared conference / CME purpose. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Study / Education Schengen Visa (Type C) - Short Study / Course Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Study / Education

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Processing Time Short-stay route: Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days. Long-stay / residence route: Italian national visas are generally processed within 90 days under the national rules. Specific statutory periods include 30 days for qualifying employment visas within the applicable quota framework, 30 days for family reunification and 120 days for self-employment. Security or foreign-authority checks can extend those periods.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period

Validity Validity depends on the visa or residence authorization granted.

Entries According to the visa or residence authorization granted.

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For education, study, training, research, exchange or internship activity in Italy. A short programme may qualify under the Schengen short-stay rules, while a longer programme requires the country-specific national or residence route.

Permitted Activities

Study, education, short courses, training, research, exchange programmes or internships where permitted by the visa or residence route granted.

Restrictions

A short-stay Schengen visa must not be used for a study programme that legally requires a national visa or residence permit.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Your Varioline questionnaire further distinguishes School / College / University, Short Course / Professional Training, Research, Exchange Program and Internship. The exact immigration route depends on the programme, duration and whether the activity includes work. For Italian university study, the applicant must first complete the required Universitaly pre-enrolment process. For the 2026/2027 academic year, once university validation is complete, BLS contacts the applicant with the student visa appointment. Stays exceeding 90 days normally require the appropriate Italian national visa D. National categories include study, family reunification, employment, self-employment, religious reasons, medical treatment and other qualifying purposes. University-study applicants must first complete the required Universitaly pre-enrolment procedure. For the 2026/2027 academic year, validated applicants are contacted through BLS for the student visa appointment. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Medical Treatment Short Medical Visit / Long-Stay Route Review Schengen Visa (Type C) or Italian National Visa (D)

Category Medical Treatment

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Processing Time Short-stay route: Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days. Long-stay / residence route: Italian national visas are generally processed within 90 days under the national rules. Specific statutory periods include 30 days for qualifying employment visas within the applicable quota framework, 30 days for family reunification and 120 days for self-employment. Security or foreign-authority checks can extend those periods.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay If Schengen Visa C applies: up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Longer stays follow the applicable national or residence authorization.

Validity Validity depends on the visa or residence authorization granted.

Entries According to the visa or residence authorization granted.

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For medical treatment in Italy supported by the required medical evidence and confirmation from the Italian healthcare institution. The correct C or national route depends on the treatment arrangements and intended duration.

Permitted Activities

Medical consultation, diagnosis, examination, treatment, hospital care and necessary related temporary activities, where supported by the required medical documentation.

Restrictions

A medical-visit route does not authorize unrelated employment or residence.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Italy publishes a Pakistan-specific Medical Treatment Visa checklist. The current checklist requires medical evidence of the need for treatment, confirmation by the receiving Italian healthcare facility, the planned treatment details and cost, and evidence that the treatment and related expenses can be financed. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Official / Government Visit Schengen Visa (Type C) - Official Visit Schengen Visa (Type C)

Category Official / Government Visit

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent visa authority.

Entries Single or multiple entry, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For a temporary official mission, government delegation, official meeting or intergovernmental activity in Italy where a visa is required.

Permitted Activities

Official meetings, delegations, consultations, negotiations and intergovernmental activities.

Restrictions

Ordinary employment or another activity requiring separate work or residence authorization is not permitted under a standard short-stay visitor visa.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Official invitation, delegation or government documentation should state the applicant, purpose, dates and arrangements. Passport-type exemptions and special submission procedures must be checked separately. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Religious Visit Short Religious Visit / Long-Stay Route Review Schengen Visa (Type C) or Italian National Visa (D)

Category Religious Visit

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Processing Time Short-stay route: Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days. Long-stay / residence route: Italian national visas are generally processed within 90 days under the national rules. Specific statutory periods include 30 days for qualifying employment visas within the applicable quota framework, 30 days for family reunification and 120 days for self-employment. Security or foreign-authority checks can extend those periods.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay If Schengen Visa C applies: up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Longer stays follow the applicable national or residence authorization.

Validity Validity depends on the visa or residence authorization granted.

Entries According to the visa or residence authorization granted.

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For a genuine short religious visit or event in Italy. Religious employment, service or residence must use the separate route legally applicable to that activity.

Permitted Activities

Temporary religious or cultural visits and events; longer religious activity only where specifically authorized.

Restrictions

A short religious visit must not be used for religious employment, long-term service or residence requiring separate authorization.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. A temporary religious event may qualify under short-stay rules, but religious work or residence must use the appropriate national or residence route. Italy publishes Religious Reasons as a distinct visa category. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Airport Transit / Connecting Flight Airport Transit Visa (Type A) Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Category Airport Transit

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Normally 15 calendar days after an admissible visa application is lodged. The period may be extended up to 45 calendar days where further examination is required.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay International airport transit area only. The visa does not authorize entry into the Schengen territory.

Validity Validity is determined by the competent Schengen visa authority according to the approved airport-transit itinerary.

Entries Single, double or multiple airport transit, as granted.

Biometrics Required

Medical Exam Usually Not Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For a Pakistani passport holder transiting through the international transit area of an airport in Italy while travelling onward to a destination outside the Schengen Area. Pakistani nationals are included in the common list of nationalities generally required to hold a Schengen airport transit visa, subject to the exemptions provided by the Visa Code.

Permitted Activities

Remaining within the international transit area of the airport in Italy while waiting for an onward flight to a non-Schengen destination.

Restrictions

An Airport Transit Visa does not permit entry into the Schengen territory. It cannot be used where the traveller must leave the international transit area, collect and re-check baggage landside, change airports, stay outside the transit zone, or continue on a flight to another Schengen State. In such cases the appropriate Schengen entry visa must be assessed instead.

Important Notes

This profile applies specifically to airport transit. The applicant should provide the confirmed onward itinerary and evidence of permission to enter the final destination where required. Visa Code exemptions from the Airport Transit Visa requirement must always be checked before advising the applicant. The competent application route for Italy must follow that country's current Pakistan representation or consular procedure.

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Other Immigration Route Review Route Depends on Purpose and Duration

Category Other

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Processing depends on the final route selected. If Schengen Visa C applies: Under the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, a Schengen visa application is normally decided within 15 calendar days. Where further examination is required, the period may be extended up to 45 calendar days. If a long-stay or residence route applies: Italian national visas are generally processed within 90 days under the national rules. Specific statutory periods include 30 days for qualifying employment visas within the applicable quota framework, 30 days for family reunification and 120 days for self-employment. Security or foreign-authority checks can extend those periods.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay If Schengen Visa C applies: up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Longer stays follow the applicable national or residence authorization.

Validity Validity depends on the visa or residence authorization granted.

Entries According to the visa or residence authorization granted.

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

For travel to Italy that does not fit one of the standard purposes. The actual activity and intended duration must be identified before the correct visa or residence route can be selected.

Permitted Activities

Only activities permitted by the final visa, residence or immigration category selected.

Restrictions

Do not select Tourism / Holiday merely because the correct immigration category has not yet been identified.

Important Notes

Visa appointment management and application collection in Pakistan is handled by BLS-Intiana according to the applicant's permanent-residence consular jurisdiction. As of 6 September 2026, the Multan and Faisalabad Italy Visa Application Centres are permanently closed. For the Embassy of Italy Islamabad jurisdiction, appointment bookings and waiting-list registration are now handled through Islamabad and Lahore. Applicants residing in the Karachi consular jurisdiction continue to follow the Consulate General of Italy in Karachi procedure, including the Karachi and Quetta centres. Do not file until the exact purpose has been identified. A temporary visit may fall under Schengen C, while work, settlement, study or another longer activity may require another route. Stays exceeding 90 days normally require the appropriate Italian national visa D. National categories include study, family reunification, employment, self-employment, religious reasons, medical treatment and other qualifying purposes. University-study applicants must first complete the required Universitaly pre-enrolment procedure. For the 2026/2027 academic year, validated applicants are contacted through BLS for the student visa appointment. Italy currently publishes Pakistan-specific checklists for Tourism / Family Visit, Business, Medical Treatment, Religious Reasons, Study, Family Reunification and other categories. The exact checklist must match the actual purpose.

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Study / Education – National Route National Visa D / Residence Route - Study / Education National Visa D / Residence Route

Category Study / Education

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Route-specific; confirm the current Italian national-visa processing time for the selected category.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Over 90 days / national route specific.

Validity Route / permit specific

Entries Route-specific

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

Applicant must qualify for the study / education route under current Italy national immigration/residence rules.

Permitted Activities

Study or education activities permitted by the selected national/residence route.

Restrictions

Employment or other activities outside the permit conditions are not automatically permitted.

Important Notes

Use Universitaly where applicable for study. Employment and family routes must carry the required nulla osta or other official approval when prescribed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Italy national / residence application the same as a Schengen C visa?

No. Italy long-stay / national or residence processing is separate from the ordinary Schengen C visitor route and must follow the exact destination-country procedure.

What evidence is central to the Italy Study / Education route?

Admission or enrolment, academic qualifications, financial means and any required insurance/residence evidence are central. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

What evidence is central to the Italy Employment / Work route?

A binding employment contract or job offer is central, together with any required work or immigration approval. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

What evidence is central to the Italy Family Reunification route?

Relationship evidence and sponsor status are central; sponsor income, housing, insurance or prior approval may also apply. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

What evidence is central to the Italy Researcher / Hosting Agreement route?

A hosting agreement or research appointment plus qualifications/project/funding evidence is central. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

What evidence is central to the Italy Self-Employment / Entrepreneur / Start-up route?

A credible business/start-up plan, funding or investment evidence and required national authorisations are central. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

What evidence is central to the Italy Other National / Residence Route route?

The case must be matched to a real national/residence category and supported by the required authority, institution, host or immigration evidence. Varioline Traveller should confirm the current destination-authority requirements before filing.

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Employment / Work – National Route National Visa D / Residence Route - Employment / Work National Visa D / Residence Route

Category Employment / Work

Visa Fee Check current fee

Processing Time Route-specific; confirm the current Italian national-visa processing time for the selected category.

Appointment Wait Check current appointment availability

Maximum Stay Over 90 days / national route specific.

Validity Route / permit specific

Entries Route-specific

Biometrics May Be Required

Medical Exam May Be Required

Interview May Be Required

Who This Route Is For

Applicant must qualify for the employment / work route under current Italy national immigration/residence rules.

Permitted Activities

Employment authorised under the selected national work/residence route.

Restrictions

Work outside the approved employer, occupation or permit conditions is not automatically permitted.