Italy Visa RequirementsFor Pakistan passport holders
A Schengen visa is required for Pakistani passport holders to visit Italy, with a fee of $87. The Italian Embassy in Islamabad processes applications, and Italy is among the popular Schengen destinations chosen by Pakistani travelers.
Pakistan passport holders require a visa to enter Italy.
Apply at the Italian Embassy in Islamabad or Italian Consulate in Karachi. Submit: completed application form, passport photos, valid passport (6 months validity), travel insurance, return flight confirmation, hotel bookings, last 3 months bank statements, salary slips, and employer NOC. Fees are paid at submission.
Italy is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Pakistan to Italy: What You Need to Know
Italy attracts Pakistani visitors for tourism, family visits, and business. As a Schengen country, an Italian visa permits travel throughout the Schengen area. The Italian Embassy is located in Islamabad, and the Italian Consulate in Karachi handles applications from Sindh and Balochistan provinces.
Application requirements follow standard Schengen rules. Applicants should note that Italy, along with France and Germany, sees high volumes of Pakistani applications and scrutinizes documentation carefully. Demonstrating the purpose of visit clearly whether it is tourism, attending a wedding, or a business meeting helps the application.
Italy also has an overseas Pakistani community, and family invitation letters are common supporting documents.
Practical Tips
If visiting relatives in Italy, obtain an official invitation letter from the Italian municipality (dichiarazione di ospitalità) for stronger documentation. Prepare a day-by-day itinerary of your planned trip in Italy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Pakistani passport holders need a visa for Italy?
Yes. A Schengen visa (Type C) is required to visit Italy. The fee is $87 and the visa allows up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Where do Pakistanis submit a visa application for Italy?
Apply at the Italian Embassy in Islamabad or the Italian Consulate in Karachi (for applicants from Sindh and Balochistan). VFS Global may handle document collection.
What is an invitation letter for an Italian Schengen visa?
If visiting relatives in Italy, an official invitation letter from the Italian municipality (dichiarazione di ospitalita) obtained by your Italian host strengthens your application significantly.
Can a Pakistani citizen transit through Italy without a Schengen visa?
Transit through an Italian airport's international zone without a Schengen visa is generally permitted, but if you wish to leave the airport or connect to a Schengen country, a Schengen visa is required.