Facts about Italy
Italy is well known for its delicious delicacies, a plethora of wine, its trendy fashion industry, alpine lakes, mountain ranges, luxury cars and motorcycles, diverse regional cultures and dialects. The country just seems to have it all.
The country has about 52.4 million tourists a year which makes Italy the fifth most visited country in the world. This number is projected to increase year-on-year.
Italy is the fashion capital of the world. The country has the largest number of UNESCO world heritage sites in the world. There are high art and monument in every nook and cranny of the country. This is such a sight to behold.
Tourists are advised not to patronize illegal street traders. Patronizing these traders could incur a fine. A tax is imposed on all tourists.
Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Italy
- Original Kenyan passport which is valid for 6 months from the intended date of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages for a stamp and to affix the visa.
- Duly completed visa application form. The application form should be signed and stamped where necessary.
- Two passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the visa application specification. The photograph must not be older than 6 months from the time of application.
- Original and an extra copy of bank statement for the last three months prior to the date of application for the visa. This is proof that you have sufficient funds to cater for yourself while you are in the country.
- Valid travel insurance which has a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
- Duly confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of your stay in France.
Types of Italy Visa
Types of Visa |
Processing Time |
Duration of Stay |
Tourist Visa |
10 working days |
90 days |
Business Visa |
10 working days |
90 days |
Medical Visa |
10 working days |
90 days |
Student Visa |
10 working days |
More than 90 days |
Work Visa |
10 working days |
More than 90 days |
Transit Visa |
10 working days |
5 days |
Visa |
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Places in Visas of Italy Fees
Visa Type |
Sub Type |
Visa Fees |
Tourist Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
Business Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
Medical Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
Student Visa |
|
75.00 (EUR)
|
Work Visa |
|
75.00 (EUR)
|
Transit Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
Visa |
|
Not available
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