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What to know before applying for a Italian visa

Third-country nationals outside the European Union who wish to travel to Italy must, where they are subject to the visa requirement, hold a valid visa when entering the territory. The visa category to request varies according to the purpose of travel and the planned length of stay in the Schengen area. Depending on the case, this may be a short-stay visa, a national long-stay visa or a transit visa.

The short-stay visa allows a stay in the Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period. It is mainly issued for tourism, visits to relatives or business trips, without granting the right to carry out paid professional activity.

The Italian long-stay visa is intended for people wishing to stay more than 90 days in Italy, particularly for family reunification, higher education or professional opportunities.

Finally, the transit visa is required by the Italian authorities for travellers who need to make a stopover in one of Italy airports before continuing their journey to a final destination outside the Schengen area.

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Tourist visa

Tourist visa (private visit) - Italy

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Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 18th June 2026
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Next review on 18th September 2026

Eligibility

The Italian tourist visa is for people wishing to stay in Italy for holidays, tourism or any other short-term personal activity. It does not allow paid professional activity or work in Italian territory under any circumstances.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,306 DH

Visa fee

970 DH

Service fee

336 DH

Child

Per person

Total

821 DH

Visa fee

485 DH

Service fee

336 DH

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

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5 steps
  1. 1
    Pre-verification of the travel document

    The first step in the Italy visa application procedure is to complete a preliminary form on the VFS Global platform, entering the applicant general information, passport details and the type of visa requested. The applicant must then upload the first page of the passport, the identification page containing personal information, and, where applicable, Schengen visas obtained during the last 59 months. All this information and documentation is then sent to the VFS Contact centre for preliminary file verification, known as pre-check. At the end of this step, the applicant receives a reference code allowing them to book an appointment and track the progress of the application.

  2. 2
    Book an appointment on VFS Global

    Once preliminary document verification has been completed, the applicant can access the VFS Global appointment calendar. The applicant can then select and book a suitable appointment from the available slots offered by the visa application centre, then pay the VFS Global service fee to confirm the booking.

  3. 3
    Complete the visa application form

    The visa application form for Italy must be downloaded, printed and duly completed by the applicant. All information entered must be accurate, complete and consistent with the supporting documents provided in the visa application file.

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Medical visa

Medical visa - Italy

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Last reviewed on 18th June 2026
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Eligibility

Moroccan citizens who need medical care in Italy may apply for a short-stay visa for medical treatment, allowing access to planned treatment in an approved public or private Italian health establishment.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,306 DH

Visa fees

970 DH

Service fees

336 DH

Child

Per person

Total

821 DH

Visa fees

485 DH

Service fees

336 DH

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

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7 steps
  1. 1
    Obtain a medical certificate from the treating doctor in Morocco

    To apply for a medical treatment visa for Italy, the applicant must first obtain a medical certificate issued by the treating doctor in Morocco. This certificate must precisely describe the nature of the care or treatment to be received in Italy, while confirming that adequate care is not possible in Morocco, in either public or private establishments.

  2. 2
    Obtain prior approval from the health establishment in Italy

    The applicant must then choose the health establishment in Italy where they wish to receive care. They must book an appointment and obtain written prior approval from the medical establishment. This document must state the nature of the planned treatment, planned start and end dates of care, the estimated length of hospitalisation and a detailed estimate of medical costs. The establishment must also confirm its ability to receive the patient and provide the requested treatment.

  3. 3
    Pre-verification of the travel document

    The first step in the Italy visa application procedure is to complete a preliminary form on the VFS Global platform, entering the applicant general information, passport details and the type of visa requested. The applicant must then upload the first page of the passport, the identification page containing personal information, and, where applicable, Schengen visas obtained during the last 59 months. All this information and documentation is then sent to the VFS Contact centre for preliminary file verification, known as pre-check. At the end of this step, the applicant receives a reference code allowing them to book an appointment and track the progress of the application.

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Business visa

Business visa - Italy

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Last reviewed
Last reviewed on 18th June 2026
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Eligibility

Moroccan nationals wishing to travel to Italy for a stay of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, in order to attend business meetings, trade fairs or other similar professional activities, must apply for a business visa for Italy.

The business visa only allows participation in unpaid professional activities. It does not allow salaried work or any other paid activity in Italy.

Visa fees and key information

Adult

Per person

Total

1,306 DH

Visa fees

970 DH

Service fees

336 DH

Child

Per person

This visa option is not priced for child applicants.

Permitted stay
Up to 90 days

Application procedure for this visa

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6 steps
  1. 1
    Obtain an invitation letter from the host establishment in Italy

    The business visa applicant must first obtain an invitation letter from the host company in Italy, signed by its legal representative. This document must be accompanied by an extract from the Italian commercial register, the Visura Camerale, and a copy of the legal representative identity document. The invitation letter must specify the invitee identity, including surname and first name, the purpose of travel, length of stay, company contact details and the programme planned in Italy. It must also mention, where applicable, coverage of travel and stay expenses.

  2. 2
    Pre-verification of the travel document

    The first step in the Italy visa application procedure is to complete a preliminary form on the VFS Global platform, entering the applicant general information, passport details and the type of visa requested. The applicant must then upload the first page of the passport, the identification page containing personal information, and, where applicable, Schengen visas obtained during the last 59 months. All this information and documentation is then sent to the VFS Contact centre for preliminary file verification, known as pre-check. At the end of this step, the applicant receives a reference code allowing them to book an appointment and track the progress of the application.

  3. 3
    Book an appointment on VFS Global

    Once preliminary document verification has been completed, the applicant can access the VFS Global appointment calendar. The applicant can then select and book a suitable appointment from the available slots offered by the visa application centre, then pay the VFS Global service fee to confirm the booking.

Documents to prepare


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1,200 DH

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