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Italy visa · Kochi, Kerala
Italy Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Planning a holiday or family visit to Italy? The Italy Schengen visa is handled by VFS Global, which has a centre in Kochi. Visa Xpert prepares your checklist, forms and file, and books your appointment.
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Italy visa at a glance
- Who it is forTourists and family or friend visits, up to 90 days in any 180
- Centre in KeralaYes – VFS Global Kochi
- Visa fee€90 = ₹9,910 adults + ₹649 VFS charge
- Talk to usCall +91 89211 53604 or WhatsApp
Quick answer
An Italy Schengen tourist visa lets you stay up to 90 days in any 180. You can apply in Kerala: VFS Global has an Italy centre in Kochi. The visa fee is €90 = ₹9,910 adults, plus the VFS service charge ₹649 (incl. taxes). Typical documents: passport, application form, 3 months' stamped bank statements, ITR for recent years, leave letter or business proof, flight and hotel bookings, and travel insurance of at least €30,000. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares and checks the full file.
Italy visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for tourism, issued by Italy |
| Apply through | VFS Global – official VFS site |
| Centre in Kerala | ✓ VFS centre in Kochi VFS Global Kochi (Cochin), Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 |
| Decided by | Consulate General of Italy, Mumbai (the Kochi centre sends files to Mumbai) |
| Visa fee | €90 = ₹9,910 adults · €45 = ₹4,960 children 6–12 · free under 6 (Kochi rates from 28 September 2026) |
| Service charge | VFS service charge ₹649 (incl. taxes) Value-added services such as courier and SMS are optional |
| Visa Xpert service charge | ₹3,000 per person Our consultancy fee for preparing and checking your file – separate from the visa fee and the VFS/BLS charge |
| Processing time | Minimum 15 working days |
| When to apply | Apply between 15 and 180 days before departure |
| Application form | Schengen short-stay application form, signed by the applicant (both parents for minors) |
| Length of stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
Fees, centres and rules as published on the official VFS and embassy pages, checked on 24 October 2026. Rupee amounts follow the exchange rate and can change, so we confirm the latest before you apply.
Italy tourist visa document checklist
Based on the current VFS and embassy checklists for applicants in India. The embassy can ask for more, so we confirm the list for your profile before you apply.
Application & passport
- Application form, fully completed and signed (both parents sign for a minor), with 2 photographs (3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, dark clothes, under 6 months old)
- Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond your stay, with 2 blank pages; handwritten passports or passports with manual changes are not accepted
- Photocopies of the passport's first and last pages
- Copies of all previous Schengen visas and of any valid US or UK visa
Letters
- Original covering letter (on letterhead if you run a proprietorship): names of all travellers, dates, itinerary, length of stay, who pays and purpose
- Employees: original leave sanction letter on company letterhead with leave dates and the signatory's name, designation and signature
Trip documents
- Confirmed hotel bookings for every night, including other Schengen countries
- If you are invited: original invitation letter (lettera d'invito) with your host's passport or ID copy
- Return flight reservation and proof of any travel inside Schengen (train, flight or car rental)
- Travel medical insurance: at least €30,000 with repatriation cover, for the whole trip (minimum 10 days), from an approved insurer
Proof of funds
- Employed: salary slips for the last 3 months and an original 3-month salary account statement, stamped and signed by the bank (ask for it for visa purposes)
- Proprietors: original company bank statements for the last 3 months and the company registration certificate
- ITR acknowledgements for the last 3 assessment years
Minors
- Travelling with one parent or a third person: parents sign a consent form at the Italian Consulate in Mumbai, or a notarised affidavit legalised by the State Home Department and apostilled by MEA
- Parents living in Italy: authenticated self-declaration from their Comune
Good to know
- You must have lived in the consulate's jurisdiction for the last 6 months and may be asked for proof.
- Bookings on the VFS portal should be made by the person attending, or a family member travelling with them.
- Forms needed: invitation letter, travel health insurance declaration, data protection declaration (and missing-documents declaration if needed).
How we help with your Italy visa
- Right country & categoryWe check that Italy is your main Schengen destination and that tourism is the right category.
- Checklist & documentsA checklist for your profile, plus a review of bank statements, ITR, leave letter and bookings.
- Forms, insurance & bookingsOnline form, cover letter, itinerary, approved travel insurance and visa-friendly flight and hotel reservations.
- Appointment & submissionWe book your VFS Global Kochi appointment and guide you through submission and biometrics.
Italy visa: frequently asked questions
Is there an Italy visa centre in Kerala?
Yes. VFS Global has a centre in Kochi that accepts Italy visa applications (Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00). Book the appointment online before you go.
What is the Italy visa fee from India?
€90 = ₹9,910 adults · €45 = ₹4,960 children 6–12 · free under 6 (Kochi rates from 28 September 2026). On top of this you pay the VFS service charge ₹649 (incl. taxes).
How long does an Italy Schengen visa take?
Minimum 15 working days. Apply between 15 and 180 days before departure.
How much bank balance do I need for an Italy visa?
There is no fixed minimum for most countries. The embassy checks that your 3-month bank statements, ITR and income comfortably cover your trip and that you have steady ties to India. We review your statements before you apply.
Which Italian consulate handles applications from Kerala?
Applications lodged at the VFS centre in Kochi are processed by the Consulate General of Italy in Mumbai, so use the Mumbai checklist.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my visa?
No consultant can guarantee a visa. We make sure your application is accurate, complete and well documented, which gives you the best possible chance. The decision is made only by the embassy.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS, BLS or the embassy?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent visa consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with VFS Global, BLS International, any embassy or any government.
How do I get started?
Call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604 with your travel dates. Our office is at North Mulloth House, Ravipuram, MG Road, Kochi, Kerala.
Official sources
Last checked: 24 October 2026. Requirements, fees and processing rules change, so we confirm the latest for your case before you apply. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with the Embassy of Italy, VFS Global, BLS International or any visa centre.
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