The Italy Embassy in Dhaka has issued new guidelines for student visa applications for higher education in Italy. The guidelines detail language proficiency requirements, acceptable sponsors, necessary documents, and appointment procedures. VFS Global, the visa processing agency, announced these changes on June 1, 2026. Students who have registered on the university portal will be contacted via email by VFS Global to schedule their appointment. Acceptable sponsors now include parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins residing in Italy. Language proficiency certificates from globally recognized institutions are mandatory. Additionally, proof of study, such as a CIMEA or Declaration of Value, must be submitted. The deadline for student visa applications for pre-enrollment is October 29, 2026.
Key Points:
- Students registered on the university portal will be contacted via email for appointment scheduling. - Acceptable sponsors include parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, and relatives residing in Italy. - Language proficiency certificates from globally recognized institutions are required. - Proof of study, such as a CIMEA or Declaration of Value, must be submitted. - The deadline for student visa applications for pre-enrollment is October 29, 2026.
