If you do not get a visa, for whatever reason, you cannot attend
the program. If you have any questions or concerns about this
requirement please attend one of our
Visa Information Sessions
You will be applying for a Schengen Visa for your time in
Italy. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please see the section
on visa requirements for
non-U.S. citizens.
In order for the consulates to issue you a visa for your summer
2010 program, you must have a passport that is valid through
February 2011. If your passport expires before February 2011
you will need to renew your passport right away.
Visa Steps and
Information:
1. Make your visa appointment - NOW. Actually, finish reading
the rest of these instructions, and then make the phone call when
you are done reading! Available appointment times fill up quickly,
and you don't want to be left without one!
How to Make Your
Appointment
When to Make Your
Appointment
Where to Make Your
Appointment
2. Follow the detailed instructions we have pulled together for
the visa requirements and complete the application form and
supporting materials. This includes making sure you can obtain
a bank letter showing sufficient funds and request transcripts from
the Registrar's office in advance. Use the checklist we
provide as instructions to ensure that you have all your documents
in order (and photocopies) well before your
visa appointment.
Visa
Instructions and Applications
3. Keep in mind that you will need to visit the consulate in
person. You'll find directions and tips for
appearing at your appointment here:
Appearing at Your
Appointment
4. If you have any questions or would like us to review your
visa documents before your appointment, please plan on attending
one of the visa information sessions:
Visa Information Sessions
How to Make Your
Appointment
The Italian Consulate requires that you call 1-800-405-0044 to
make your appointment. The cost is $2.49 per minute. Their phone
lines are open from 8:30 am - 8:30 pm. Make sure to call as early
in the morning as possible. Slots fill up fast and you don’t want
to be left out.
When to Make Your
Appointment
The Italian Consulates requires applicants make an
appointment. The available time slots fill up quickly, so
make your appointment now. Keep in mind that your
appointment cannot be schedule more than 90 days
prior to your departure date. However, you should schedule
the appointment right away, making sure that it falls within the
90-day limit for when you enter the country.
For your program, that 90-day window begins on March 22.
If you wait until the last minute to schedule an appointment,
you will likely get an appointment too late to receive your visa
before you depart. Should this happen, please contact our
office immediately; while we cannot guarantee a solution, we can
certainly work with you to find one.
Where to Get Your Visa
The consulate at which you apply for your visa is determined by
where you live. Residents of New York State and Connecticut, as
well as residents of northern New Jersey, will apply through the
Italian consulate in New York City. Use the consulate
information links below to get a listing of other Italian
Consulates around the country and their contact information. If you
have questions about where you should apply please contact our
office at (718) 990-6105.
Italian Consulate Information
Visa Instructions and
Application
In an effort to make the vis application process as easy
as possible, we have compiled all the required forms, filled in
some basic information, and created a checklist of all the required
items you need for a complete visa application packet. Please
use the links below to download each of these items.
Appearing at Your
Appointment
You cannot be late for your appointment. If you miss your
appointment you must reschedule. Please have all documents in order
and with the appropriate number of photocopies. The visa
departments will not accept incomplete visa applications. We can
help make sure your application is in order by looking through your
materials. You can bring them by our office, or come to one of the
many visa orientation sessions we have. (A schedule of visa
orientations is available here.)
Appearing at the New York
Consulate
- Students will need to appear at the Italian Consulate at 690
Park Ave. New York, NY 10065. You will stand in line on the 69th
Ave. side of the consulate; not at the big door on Park Ave.
- Remember to bring your appointment confirmation you to your
appointment. The guards at the door will ask for this and will not
let you in you don't have it with you.
- You will need to submit your passport and all other materials
directly to the visa agent. They will notify you when you can come
to pick up your passport and visa.
- Keep in mind that if you apply on your own you are responsible
for obtaining your visa prior to your departure.
Public Transportation to the NYC
Italian Consulate
The nearest subway is the 6 line. You
will need to take the 6 train to the 68th Street-Hunter College
stop. Head west 1 block to Park Ave. and 1 block north to 69th
Street.
Driving Directions to the NYC Italian
Consulate
Please be aware that parking is
limited around Park Ave. and 69th Street. You must arrive early if
you want to secure a spot near the consulate. Driving directions
can be obtained through MapQuest or Google maps. The address
is:
Italian Consulate
690 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10065