Entry visa
Advisory service for applying for an entry visa to Italy
Italian visa application advice
SH Immigration Specialists is much more than an agency that handles paperwork for foreign nationals.
We are a team of professionals, including immigration specialists and qualified immigration lawyers, ready to help you find the best solution and the entry visa for Italy that suits you best.
Entry visa document collection
We help you gather your documents and check that you meet the requirements to apply for an entry visa.
Submitting your entry visa application
We submit your documents and handle communication with the Italian Embassy and Consulate, working to get your visa for Italy processed within the timeframes set by law.
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Book a consultation with an immigration lawyer today
If you are not sure you meet all the requirements for an entry visa, or you don’t know how to prepare your documents for a safe visa application, one of our immigration lawyers will help you find the best way forward.
Entry visa application
If you come from a non-EU country, you will probably need an entry visa for Italy to visit family or friends, or to travel as a tourist.
The entry visa application must be submitted to the nearest Italian Consulate and requires great care: if you do not meet the requirements or fail to provide the right documents, your entry visa may be refused.
Visa for family members of Italian citizens
Family members of Italian citizens (by birth or naturalisation) can apply for an entry visa and join their Italian relatives without first obtaining a nulla osta (clearance) from the Prefettura (local government office).
If you are a non-EU citizen and want to obtain a visa for your family members, we recommend our dedicated family reunification service.
Appointment at the Italian Embassy
Once your documents are ready, you need to book an appointment at the Italian Embassy in your country to apply for the entry visa.
Some Embassies use the official booking system Prenot@ami, which often does not work properly and only offers appointments for document legalisation and declarations of value.
Others rely on external companies that make it nearly impossible to book an Embassy appointment and, at best, you may get one more than 8 months later.
Get your Italian Consulate appointment quickly
Don’t waste any more time and energy: get help securing your Italian Consulate appointment for your visa application from one of our specialised immigration lawyers.
Problems with your entry visa application?
Notice of intent to refuse an entry visa
If your application was not submitted correctly and you received a notice of intent to refuse (Article 10-bis) for your entry visa, you must reply as soon as possible, attaching documents and valid reasons to show the Italian Consulate that you are entitled to the visa.
You have 10 days to reply, so don't lose any more time and turn to an immigration lawyer specialised in entry visa applications for Italy.
Entry visa refusal
If you do not reply correctly to the notice of intent to refuse, you will receive an official document refusing your entry visa.
It is a difficult moment, because it means you either have to start over from scratch or file an appeal against the visa refusal with the TAR Lazio (Regional Administrative Court of Lazio).
An appeal takes time but, if you truly believe you are entitled to the entry visa, make sure you rely on our agency, whose team includes qualified immigration lawyers, to give your appeal the best possible chance.
Visa refusal for family members of EU citizens
A refused entry visa for a family member of an EU citizen is one of those cases where an appeal to the TAR is really worth it.
Italian Consulates often refuse entry visas to family members of EU citizens and, just as with any refusal, the only option left is to appeal against the decision.
If you believe you are entitled to an entry visa, don't waste more time and money: rely on an experienced lawyer for your entry visa application and take the right steps towards a visa for your family and friends.
Appeal against an entry visa refusal
An appeal against an entry visa refusal is the only option left if you have already received a refusal.
The appeal must be filed, through a lawyer, directly with the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) of Lazio.
The process takes a long time, so we invite you to consult one of our lawyers specialised in immigration law, because your visa may have been refused simply because the application was not submitted correctly.
If, on the other hand, you submitted your application correctly and your entry visa was unfairly refused, contact us to prepare your appeal to the TAR and pursue your visa as quickly as possible.
Contact us and speak with a lawyer about appealing your visa refusal
Looking for an immigration agency to help with your entry visa application?
SH Immigration Specialists is much more than an immigration agency
We do one thing only, and we do it better than anyone else.
We offer immigration services and put a qualified immigration lawyer at your side for your application.
When you rely on our agency, you can relax while we take care of your entry visa application.
About us
SH Immigration Specialists is much more than an agency that handles paperwork for foreign nationals.
We specialise in immigration matters and our team includes qualified immigration lawyers, so you can count on an experienced immigration lawyer.
Where we operate
We offer our immigration services and entry visa advice throughout Italy, online and at our offices in Bologna, Milan, Turin, Genoa, Rome and Naples.
How we work
SH Immigration Specialists has become a leading immigration agency because, with the qualified immigration lawyers on its team, it offers complete, end-to-end immigration services.
We help you gather your documents and submit your visa application for Italy, and we support you all the way to your first permesso di soggiorno (residence permit) and, later on, Italian citizenship.
Immigration agency:
what it does
An ordinary immigration agency simply fills in forms, often with serious mistakes.
SH Immigration Specialists is much more: our team includes qualified immigration lawyers who can help you get your documents as quickly as possible
Immigration lawyer:
who they are
An immigration lawyer specialises in the procedures for immigrating to Italy and living here legally, without any problems with your documents.
Immigration lawyer: how much does it cost
The cost of an immigration lawyer varies from case to case. Call or write to us to explain your situation and get a quote.
Entry visa advice:
how it works
If you want to obtain an entry visa and need advice, contact us.
We will arrange a date and time for our meeting, in your language, online or at our office.
FAQ - Entry visa application
How do I apply for an entry visa?
A national visa is normally applied for by submitting your documents to the Italian Consulate in your country of residence.
In some cases, you first need a pre-authorisation (nulla osta) issued by the Prefettura.
What are the requirements for an entry visa?
The requirements depend on the type of visa you are applying for. Contact us to make sure you meet them all.
What documents do I need for an Italian visa?
As with the requirements, the documents vary depending on the type of visa you are applying for. Contact us to make sure all your paperwork is in order and reduce the risk of a visa refusal.
Visa refused. What should I do?
If you have received a notice of intent to refuse under Article 10-bis, we can still reply and submit observations.
If the refusal is final, however, an appeal must be filed with the TAR.
Can't get an appointment at the Italian Consulate? The solution
Booking an appointment at an Italian Consulate or Embassy can be very difficult, but in some cases we can help by contacting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to unblock the situation.
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L'avvocato ha dedicato tempo a spiegarmi chiaramente quali fossero le mie opzioni e ha guidato ogni passo del percorso.
La comunicazione è stata efficiente, e ho apprezzato particolarmente la chiarezza e la trasparenza nell'affrontare ogni aspetto della mia situazione.
Consiglio molto di affidarvi a lui Allessio nonostante sia giovane e molto preparato .
Top bravo ragazzo 🤩👏
In questo paese distrutto dalla burocrazia, sono riusciti a farmi ricredere e a continuare a sperare che qualcosa possa finalmente cambiare e molto in positivo!... Meritano davvero tanti stima e "successo"! Provare per credere!
La chiudo qui perché se dovessi raccontare la mia esperienza, dovrei partire da mooolto lontano e la mia recensione non sarebbe più efficace! ?
Ho avuto un'esperienza unica usufruendo di servizio dei ragazzi e vorrei testimoniare che fanno un lavoro eccellente,professionale all massimo e al livello umano senza rivali,un AIUTO IMMENSO!
Ne sono grata,auguro prosperita e tantissime persone felici di avervi incontrati.
Grazie infinite,abbiate tutto il bene del mondo.Grazie Hamza Ameer.Di cuore.
Con stima e affetto,Teresa.