Italy visa for Egyptian citizens

Egyptian passport holders will find that a visa is required for entry into Italy, with common options like tourist or business visas generally allowing stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, typically costing around €80 for processing. Direct flights from Cairo International Airport to major Italian cities like Rome or Milan usually take about four hours, making the journey across the Mediterranean straightforward. Beyond the practicalities of the application, travelers will bridge the ancient world of the Pharaohs with the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire, a unique cultural experience that truly connects two historic civilisations. While Italian is the official language, English is widely spoken in tourist areas, and the Euro is the standard currency to budget for your trip.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-13

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Tourism)
90d
TransitSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Airport Transit)
BusinessSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Business)
90d
StudentSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Study, up to 90 days)
90d
WorkNational Visa (Type D) for Subordinate Work
WorkNational Visa (Type D) for Independent Work
StudentNational Visa (Type D) for Study
RetirementNational Visa (Type D) for Elective Residency
FamilyNational Visa (Type D) for Family Reasons
OtherNational Visa (Type D) for Religious Activity
OtherNational Visa (Type D) for Mission
OtherNational Visa (Type D) for Adoption
FamilyNational Visa (Type D) for Family of U.S. Military Personnel
Digital NomadNational Visa (Type D) for Digital Nomad
InvestorNational Visa (Type D) for Investor
WorkNational Visa (Type D) for Self-Employment
WorkNational Visa (Type D) for Startup/Innovative Company
MedicalNational Visa (Type D) for Medical Treatment
TransitNational Visa (Type D) for Transit

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