• A valid passport whose validity will exceed the duration of the visa you apply for by three months
• Old passports if any
• Passport size photos
• A copy of your completed and signed visa application form
• Proof of hotel bookings, flight bookings and a detailed plan of your activities during the duration of your stay in Italy
• Schengen travel visa insurance or a health insurance covering Italy and the Schengen Area for medical emergencies with a minimum coverage of 30,000 pounds
• Copy of tour ticket
• Proof of having enough finances to support your travel and stay in the country
• Bank statement of the last 6 months
• Proof of income tax returns
• A cover letter explaining why you want to visit Italy, your duration of stay, date of return etc.
• Documents proving your civil status which could either be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children etc.

• Italian visa application form
• Valid passport/travel document.
• Pictures.
• Civil status documents.
• Copies of previous visas.
• Travel insurance.
• Proof of travel.
• Proof of accommodation.
• Proof of sufficient financial means.
• Cover letter.
• Documents based on employment status.
• Visa fees.
• Any additional documents for minors.
• Any additional documents based on the purpose of entry.

Processing Time
The processing time for an Italian short-stay visa may take up to 15 days. Still, according to your specific situation, this period may be extended up to 30 days. Exceptional cases may take up to 60 days, since the Italian embassies may have to consult with other Schengen consulates.