Sapienza University of Rome

General guidance for studying in Italy:

Your offer letter is usually only the first step: most students from abroad also need the right permission to enter and stay in Italy for their studies. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can usually study without a visa but may need to register their residence; other students usually need a long-stay visa or residence permit. A short-stay Schengen visa is not normally enough for a full degree programme.

Requirements can differ by nationality, programme and length of stay. Depending on the rules, you may be asked for:

• an offer or confirmation of enrolment from a recognised institution
• a valid passport and passport photos
• evidence that you can cover tuition and living costs
• health insurance and, in some cases, medical checks
• proof of language ability or previous qualifications

Visa rules and fees change, so always check the current requirements with official government sources before you apply. Official information: Visto per l’Italia, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa portal (official government website).