Visa & Entry Guide

Italy

Italy has one of the world's richest concentrations of historic cities, art, architecture and archaeological heritage.

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CapitalRome

LanguagesItalian

Entry Guidance

What to know before travelling to Italy

Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.

Tourist & Leisure

Visitor requirements

Valid passport
Completed Schengen application
Passport photograph
Travel medical insurance
Flight/travel itinerary
Accommodation confirmation
Proof of sufficient funds
Employment/business evidence
Supporting documents requested

Passport & documents

Kenyan passport holders require a Schengen visa. Kenyan residents travelling on other passports should check requirements applicable to their passport nationality. The Embassy of Italy accepts and processes applications from residents of Kenya, with applications submitted through VFS Global. (Italian Embassy Nairobi)

Business Travel

Business requirements

Valid passport
Completed Schengen application
Passport photograph
Travel medical insurance
Flight/travel itinerary
Italian business invitation
Employer/company letter
Company/business documents
Supporting documents requested

Passport Context

Kenyan passport holders

Kenyan residents using other passports

Kenyan residents travelling on other passports should check requirements applicable to their passport nationality. The Embassy of Italy accepts and processes applications from residents of Kenya, with applications submitted through VFS Global.

Application Route

How and where to apply

VFS Global – 5th Floor, Park Field Building, Muthangari Drive, opposite Safaricom House, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Nairobi. Applications can also be lodged at the authorised VFS centre in Mombasa. (Italian Embassy Nairobi)

Embassy / mission

Embassy of Italy • UN Crescent, Gigiri, Nairobi Tel: +254 20 5137500 (Italian Embassy Nairobi)

Processing guidance

Applicants are advised to check appointment availability well in advance. The Embassy requires sufficient time between the appointment and intended departure for processing. (Italian Embassy Nairobi)

Important Visa Information

Guidance does not guarantee approval or entry.

Visa requirements and processing times may change. Sunward Travel will confirm the applicable requirements at the time of application. A visa is issued at the sole discretion of the issuing country's immigration/consular authorities, and Sunward Travel does not guarantee a successful visa application for any applicant or nationality.