🇮🇹 National (D) study visa
Italy Student Visa Processing Time
How long the National (D) study visa takes and when Indian students should apply.
- National (D) study visa
- Funds: The minimum monthly amount set each academic year
- Interview: Sometimes at the appointment
- File review & mock interview
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Quick answer
Italy student visa processing time: the short answer
Usually a few weeks after the appointment Apply as soon as you have your offer documents — ideally 2–3 months before your course starts.
Official sources: Universitaly — Study in Italy
National (D) study visa at a glance
- Visa
- National (D) study visa
- Fee
- €50 visa fee
- Processing
- Usually a few weeks after the appointment
- Funds
- The minimum monthly amount set each academic year, plus return travel
- Interview
- Sometimes at the appointment
- Dependants
- Possible through family reunification
Timeline
When to apply for the September/October (main) intake
- 01
4–6 months before
Accept your offer, arrange funds and the loan sanction letter.
- 02
3 months before
Collect offer documents and book biometrics (at the VFS Global centre).
- 03
2–3 months before
Submit the application. Usually a few weeks after the appointment
- 04
After the decision
Book flights and accommodation only once the visa is approved.
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€50 visa fee
Usually a few weeks after the appointment
The minimum monthly amount set each academic year, plus return travel
Sometimes at the appointment
Funds below the required minimum, Universitaly pre-enrolment missing and Accommodation not shown
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