Visa Information
Visa Types
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Short Term Visa
Visas family members of citizens of the UUEE
Parents, children, siblings and spouses with marriage registration with Italy are entitled to apply for a Schengen visa stay enjoying gratuity in the case of the Italian Consular rate, provided they submit the documents certifying the family relationship (marriage certificate registered against Italy or Italian birth or note transcription of the municipality / commune in Italy) in these cases only require applicants to pay the service charge VFS Global USD $ 19.50 which must be paid in advance Banco del Pichincha. As per Embassy instructions, we can accept a maximum of 8 visa submissions of this type per day between 08:00 and 09:00 from Monday to Friday, without an appointment. Due to absence of an appointment, waiting times might be long.
Requirements for parents, children, siblings:
- Visa with a recent photograph
- Passport valid for a minimum of one year
- Letter of Invitation familiar Italian attaching a copy of the identity document
- Local civil registration document proving kinship (apostille from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Labor, bank, property documents etc AND / OR documented demonstration of permanent and total economic dependence by the EU citizen during the last 365 days of remittance receipts for the last year
- Booking travel tickets for up to 90 days
- If it comes to older siblings should include employment certificate with roles payment and bank references certificate applicant
- Copy of Identity Italian Card (CARTA D'IDENTITA ' ITALIANA) from both sides of the inviting familiar.
Requirements for spouses:
- Visa with a recent photograph
- Passport valid for a minimum of one year
- Booking travel tickets for up to 90 days
- Italian marriage certificate or a copy of the transcript consular
- Hospitality Charter signed by the Italian spouse of the applicant
- Copy of Identity Italian who invites
- Copy of Identity Italian Card (CARTA D'IDENTITA ' ITALIANA) from both sides of the inviting familiar.
It is the responsibility of the EU citizen ask the competent Police Headquarters on arrival in Italy of his family, the corresponding residence permit if required.
If any other family, they should make an appointment Schengen stay by conventional means and normally be served with all the complete documentation and payment of consular fees and related services.
What is a Schengen visa?
The Schengen visa is granted in the form of a sticker affixed on a passport, a travel document or another valid document which entitles the holder to cross the border. Possession of a Schengen visa does not confer automatic right of entry. Entry will only be granted if the other conditions laid down by the Schengen Convention are met, i.e. the justification of the purpose and the conditions of the trip and the possession of sufficient funds.
Short Stay Schengen Visa
The short-stay visa is the most common Schengen visa. It entitles travellers, subject to the visa requirement, to enter the territories of the 26 Schengen States to pay a continuous visit or several visits, the duration of which does not exceed three months (90 days) in any half-year from the date of first entry in the Schengen area. The short-stay visa is issued for one or several entries Its period of validity shall not exceed five years.
If you plan to go to Italy on a short stay visa for a period not to exceed 90 days and your country is not on the visa-free list, you need a Schengen travel visa (Visa
C). This visa is not a work permit.
Please note that in order to apply for a travel visa at the Italy Embassy/Consulate, your only destination or your main destination (longest
duration of stay) must be Italy. In the absence of a main destination (e.g. same duration of stay in two or more countries) you can apply at any of these countries
but it is recommended that you apply at the country of first entry because your passport will show the entry stamp of your first destination only. The Consular section of Italian Embassy
in Quito represents Estonia in the granting of short term visas.
When to apply?
You can apply for a visa up to 3 months in advance of your intended date of travel to the Schengen Area. Applicants are strongly advised not to confirm their travel arrangements until they have received their visa.
Schengen Information
A Schengen visa has to be obtained from the Embassy/Consulate of the country where the main purpose of travel lies. Therefore, please check your travel plans before making your application to the Consular Department of the Embassy/ Consulate of Italy in Ecuador. In case of travel to multiple Schengen countries, please make your application to the Consulate where you will be staying for the maximum number of days, or from the Point of First Entry into the Schengen Countries, if the duration of stay is the same in more than one Schengen Country.
All minors need to be represented by both parents to apply for a visa, only exception is if one of them has full legal custody (patria postestad)
| Schengen visa is valid for | ||
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Belgium | Denmark |
| Finland | France | Germany |
| Greece | Iceland | Italy |
| Luxembourg | Netherlands | Norway |
| Portugal | Spain | Sweden |
| Estonia | Latvia | Lithuania |
| Poland | Czech Republic | Slovakia |
| Hungary | Slovenia | Malta |
| Switzerland | Lichtenstein | |
Tourist
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Overview
The short term visas (Schengen) enabled for transit or stay in Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Spain, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Sweden and Switzerland, which must not exceed three months (90 days) in a period of six months (180 days) from the first date of entry into the territory of the Schengen States.
All minors need to be represented by both parents to apply for a visa, only exception is if one of them have full legal custody (patria postestad)
They are subject to the obligation to obtain this visa for nationals of countries that are included in the list of countries subject to visa requirements for the crossing of external borders.
For more information please follow the this link: http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp
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Visa Fees
This section contains information about visa application fees and service charges, if you are applying for a visa at the visa service Center to come to Italy from Ecuador.
Dependents are charged the same fee as the main applicant unless otherwise stated. All dependents that are travelling must pay the application fee and service charges whether or not they are included in the main applicant's passport with some exception.
You can use the quick links listed here to take you the information or you can scroll down the page.
Visa Fee
The below rates apply at the visa service Center . They may be varied at any time. Charges are non-refundable and may only be paid in cash US Dollars only. Credit cards and other forms of payment are not accepted. Whenever possible the cashier should be presented with the exact money.
You must deposit Visa fee and Service charges to Bank of Pichincha within 48 hours from the date of your appointment with the visa application Center. Please ensure you must carry two deposit receipts issued by the bank. One per Italian Embassy (Visa fee) and other for Vieffsglobal (Services Charges)
Visa Fee Type In Euros In US Dollars Visa Fee (Categories A,B,C) € 90 $ USD 99.00 Visa Fee for applicants aged between 6 - 12 € 45 $USD 49.50 Visa fee for applicants aged between 0- 5 € 0 $ 0.00 Service Charges
Service Charges In Euros In Local Currency Service Fee per applicant € 13 $19.50 Please Note:
- Service charges are inclusive of VAT levied per application over and above the visa fees.
Optional value added services
To add value to our customer, we offer some value added service. You will need to pay an extra fee in addition to the visa application fee when you attend the visa service Center only. To know about these services please refer the additional service page of this website.
Visa Fees waived categories
- Children under six years
- Students from third countries traveling for the purpose of scientific research as defined in Recommendation 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 28 September 2005 in order to facilitate the issue by Member States of uniform for short to researchers from third countries traveling within the Community for purposes of scientific research;
- Representatives of non-profit organizations that are not older than twenty years and will participate in seminars, conferences or sporting events, cultural or educational purposes, organized by non-profit organizations.
- Family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, provided traveling with the past or to be reunited with them. For family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are considered: the spouse or partner to maintain a union similar to marriage registered in a public register established for this purpose in one of the above countries, their descendants and those of your spouse under 21 years or older of that age living from his office or incapable; and direct ascendants and those of his spouse or registered partner to live to their charge.
Note: Please note that you may be charged visa fee even though you meet the above information. This will be done only in consultation with the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador
Refund process
Visa application fee reflects the administrative costs of processing an application. Your visa application fee will not be refunded unless:
- You withdraw your application in writing before any processing takes place; or
- Embassy authorizes a refund
Please note that visa fee and service charges are not refunded if your application is refused by the Embassy of Italy, or if you withdraw you application while it is under processing at the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador.
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Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here.
- Visa Application Form
- Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
- Recent carnet style photo. Please “click here ” for photo specification
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from the visa application date and 3 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- List of other documents
- Invitation Letter Here
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Photo Specifications
Overview
When applying for a visa, you are required to bring 01 photograph as part of completing and submitting your visa application.
Photo Requirements
You need to submit 01 one) photographs. One photo must be passed ( not stapled) on the visa application form and another photo needs to be given to Visa application centre at the time of submission. Your visa application photo must meet certain criteria regarding size and content. Submitting photos that do not meet these criteria can delay the visa application process. Your photographs must meet the guidelines shown in the image below:
Head Size
Your head height, measured from the top of your head, including the hair, to the bottom of your chin, must be between 50% and 70% of the photo's total height. Your eye height, measured from the bottom of the photo to the level of your eyes, should be between 55% and 70% - or roughly 2/3 - of the photo's height.
Photo Dimensions
Your photo must be 4.5 x 3.5 cm and square-shaped, meaning the photo's height must be the same as its width.
7 Steps to Successful Photo
Head Orientation
Head orientation is important when taking your visa photo. Frame yourself within the photo so that your full face shows. Face directly toward the camera and make sure your eyes are open.
Fill the Frame
Your photo must show your entire head, from the top of your hair to the bottom of your chin.
Stay Centered
Center your head within the frame.
Show Your Eyes
Make sure your eyes are open.
Background & Quality
The area behind you in the photo should be uncluttered and either white . Sit in front of a plain white background for best results. Photo quality must be of high resolution and must be printed on normal photographic paper ( photo printing)
Eliminate Shadows
Sit so that your face is fully-lit and there are no distracting shadows across your face or in the background
Relax and Look Natural
Be sure to have a natural expression on your face when you take your photo, like those shown here:
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For more information about visa application photo specifications, visit click here
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- You have now an option to purchase Travel Medical Insurance at competitive prices either while you are the visa application centre to submit your application or online.
- At the VAC: Contact Travel Ace Assistance desk to know more and purchase of travel medical insurance as per your travel plan.
- Online: Purchase Travel Medical insurance before arriving
to visa application Centre.
- Other important information:
- This service will be offered by Travel Ace Assistance at the Visa application centre
- This service is purely optional in nature
- You will have to fill the consent form before purchasing the Insurance at the Visa application Centre
- Product information commercial
- The Travel and Health Insurance is operated by Travel Ace Assistance company and they have the sole responsibility of any claims or issues with the Insurance Policies
- Service will be operational with effect from September 10, 2012
Photograph facility at VAC
You also have an option to get your photograph clicked at the VAC. To know about photograph charges, please visit additional services webpage of this site.
More Information
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Processing Time
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Processing times in Ecuador
The Majority of standard visa applications are processed within 3-5 working days in Quito, and 8 working days in provinces, from the date your application is submitted to the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito.
Important notes:
- Visa applications are assessed individually and processing times may vary. The actual processing time of your visa application will depend on several factors and because of this you should not to make your travel arrangements to enter or transit through the Italy until you have received your Schengen visa.
- Your passport can be retained by the Consular Department of the Italy Embassy in Quito for 30 days for processing of visa application
- You may require to appear for personal interview, should consulate in Quito require
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When to prepare your application
The Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Ecuador advises you to allow enough time to prepare your visa application. Some applicants can take 1 to 2 weeks to prepare their visa application and you should allow enough time to read the guidance on the visa category you are applying for, complete your visa application form, prepare your supporting documents and arrange for translations (if necessary). You can submit your visa application up to 3 months in advance of your planned travel date.
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Queries about processing times
You can track the status of your application by using the Track your Application facility on this website and by using the SMS text alert facility (fee payable).you can contact Visa Service Center by using the details available on the Contact Us page of this website.
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Role of Visa Application Center in processing
Please note Visa Application Center and none of its staff has any role in the decision making process. Processing of visa application is completed by the staffs at the Embassy of Italy in Quito and Guayaquil.
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Visa Application Form
Spanish Version If you want to download the visa application form:
- Click on the link of the form
- When the page appears, save the form on your computer
OR
- Press the right button of your mouse/mouse when the cursor on the appropriate link
- Select< save>
- Save the form on your computer.
Business
-
Overview
The short term visas (Schengen) enabled for transit or stay in Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Spain, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Sweden and Switzerland, which must not exceed three months (90 days) in a period of six months (180 days) from the first date of entry into the territory of the Schengen States.
All minors need to be represented by both parents to apply for a visa, only exception is if one of them have full legal custody (patria postestad)
They are subject to the obligation to obtain this visa for nationals of countries that are included in the list of countries subject to visa requirements for the crossing of external borders.
For more information please follow the this link: http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp
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Visa Fees
This section contains information about visa application fees and service charges, if you are applying for a visa at the visa service Center to come to Italy from Ecuador.
Dependents are charged the same fee as the main applicant unless otherwise stated. All dependents that are travelling must pay the application fee and service charges whether or not they are included in the main applicant's passport with some exception.
You can use the quick links listed here to take you the information or you can scroll down the page.
Visa Fee
The below rates apply at the visa service Center . They may be varied at any time. Charges are non-refundable and may only be paid in cash US Dollars only. Credit cards and other forms of payment are not accepted. Whenever possible the cashier should be presented with the exact money.
You must deposit Visa fee and Service charges to Bank of Pichincha within 48 hours from the date of your appointment with the visa application Center. Please ensure you must carry two deposit receipts issued by the bank. One per Italian Embassy (Visa fee) and other for Vieffsglobal (Services Charges)
Visa Fee Type In Euros In US Dollars Visa Fee (Categories A,B,C) € 90 $ USD 99.00 Visa Fee for applicants aged between 6 - 12 € 45 $USD 49.50 Visa fee for applicants aged between 0- 5 € 0 $ 0.00 Service Charges
Service Charges In Euros In Local Currency Service Fee per applicant € 13 $19.50 Please Note:
- Service charges are inclusive of VAT levied per application over and above the visa fees.
Optional value added services
To add value to our customer, we offer some value added service. You will need to pay an extra fee in addition to the visa application fee when you attend the visa service center only. To know about these services please refer the additional service page of this website.
Visa Fees waived categories
- Children under six years
- Students from third countries traveling for the purpose of scientific research as defined in Recommendation 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 28 September 2005 in order to facilitate the issue by Member States of uniform for short to researchers from third countries traveling within the Community for purposes of scientific research;
- Representatives of non-profit organizations that are not older than twenty years and will participate in seminars, conferences or sporting events, cultural or educational purposes, organized by non-profit organizations.
- Family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, provided traveling with the past or to be reunited with them. For family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are considered: the spouse or partner to maintain a union similar to marriage registered in a public register established for this purpose in one of the above countries, their descendants and those of your spouse under 21 years or older of that age living from his office or incapable; and direct ascendants and those of his spouse or registered partner to live to their charge.
Note: Please note that you may be charged visa fee even though you meet the above information. This will be done only in consultation with the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador
Refund process
Visa application fee reflects the administrative costs of processing an application. Your visa application fee will not be refunded unless:
- You withdraw your application in writing before any processing takes place; or
- Embassy authorizes a refund
Please note that visa fee and service charges are not refunded if your application is refused by the Embassy of Italy, or if you withdraw you application while it is under processing at the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador.
-
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here.
- Visa Application Form
- Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
- Recent carnet style photo. Please “click here” for photo specification
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from the visa application date and 3 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- List of other documents
-
Photo Specifications
Overview
When applying for a visa, you are required to bring 01 photograph as part of completing and submitting your visa application.
Photo Requirements
You need to submit 01 one) photographs. One photo must be passed ( not stapled) on the visa application form and another photo needs to be given to Visa application centre at the time of submission. Your visa application photo must meet certain criteria regarding size and content. Submitting photos that do not meet these criteria can delay the visa application process. Your photographs must meet the guidelines shown in the image below:
Head Size
Your head height, measured from the top of your head, including the hair, to the bottom of your chin, must be between 50% and 70% of the photo's total height. Your eye height, measured from the bottom of the photo to the level of your eyes, should be between 55% and 70% - or roughly 2/3 - of the photo's height.
Photo Dimensions
Your photo must be 4.5 x 3.5 cm and square-shaped, meaning the photo's height must be the same as its width.
7 Steps to Successful Photo
Head Orientation
Head orientation is important when taking your visa photo. Frame yourself within the photo so that your full face shows. Face directly toward the camera and make sure your eyes are open.
Fill the Frame
Your photo must show your entire head, from the top of your hair to the bottom of your chin.
Stay Centered
Center your head within the frame.
Show Your Eyes
Make sure your eyes are open.
Background & Quality
The area behind you in the photo should be uncluttered and either white . Sit in front of a plain white background for best results. Photo quality must be of high resolution and must be printed on normal photographic paper ( photo printing)
Eliminate Shadows
Sit so that your face is fully-lit and there are no distracting shadows across your face or in the background
Relax and Look Natural
Be sure to have a natural expression on your face when you take your photo, like those shown here:
-
For more information about visa application photo specifications, visit click here
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- You have now an option to purchase Travel Medical Insurance at competitive prices either while you are the visa application centre to submit your application or online.
- At the VAC: Contact Travel Ace Assistance desk to know more and purchase of travel medical insurance as per your travel plan.
- Online: Purchase Travel Medical insurance before arriving
to visa application Centre.
- Other important information:
- This service will be offered by Travel Ace Assistance at the Visa application centre
- This service is purely optional in nature
- You will have to fill the consent form before purchasing the Insurance at the Visa application Centre
- Product information commercial
- The Travel and Health Insurance is operated by Travel Ace Assistance company and they have the sole responsibility of any claims or issues with the Insurance Policies
- Service will be operational with effect from September 10, 2012
Photograph facility at VAC
You also have an option to get your photograph clicked at the VAC. To know about photograph charges, please visit additional services webpage of this site.
More Information
-
-
Processing Time
-
Processing times in Ecuador
The Majority of standard visa applications are processed within 3-5 working days in Quito, and 8 working days in provinces, from the date your application is submitted to the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito.
Important notes:
- Visa applications are assessed individually and processing times may vary. The actual processing time of your visa application will depend on several factors and because of this you should not to make your travel arrangements to enter or transit through the Italy until you have received your Schengen visa.
- Your passport can be retained by the Consular Department of the Italy Embassy in Quito for 30 days for processing of visa application
- You may require to appear for personal interview, should consulate in Quito require
-
When to prepare your application
The Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Ecuador advises you to allow enough time to prepare your visa application. Some applicants can take 1 to 2 weeks to prepare their visa application and you should allow enough time to read the guidance on the visa category you are applying for, complete your visa application form, prepare your supporting documents and arrange for translations (if necessary). You can submit your visa application up to 3 months in advance of your planned travel date.
-
Queries about processing times
You can track the status of your application by using the Track your Application facility on this website and by using the SMS text alert facility (fee payable).you can contact Visa Service Center by using the details available on the Contact Us page of this website.
-
Role of Visa Application Center in processing
Please note Visa Application Center and none of its staff has any role in the decision making process. Processing of visa application is completed by the staffs at the Embassy of Italy in Quito and Guayaquil.
-
-
Visa Application Form
Italian Version Spanish Version If you want to download the visa application form:
- Click on the link of the form
- When the page appears, save the form on your computer
OR
- Press the right button of your mouse/mouse when the cursor on the appropriate link
- Select< save>
- Save the form on your computer.
Sports and other Events
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Overview
The short term visas (Schengen) enabled for transit or stay in Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Spain, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Sweden and Switzerland, which must not exceed three months (90 days) in a period of six months (180 days) from the first date of entry into the territory of the Schengen States.
All minors need to be represented by both parents to apply for a visa, only exception is if one of them has full legal custody (patria postestad)
They are subject to the obligation to obtain this visa for nationals of countries that are included in the list of countries subject to visa requirements for the crossing of external borders.
For more information please follow the this link: http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp
-
Visa Fees
This section contains information about visa application fees and service charges, if you are applying for a visa at the visa service Center to come to Italy from Ecuador.
Dependents are charged the same fee as the main applicant unless otherwise stated. All dependents that are travelling must pay the application fee and service charges whether or not they are included in the main applicant's passport with some exception.
You can use the quick links listed here to take you the information or you can scroll down the page.
Visa Fee
The below rates apply at the visa service Center . They may be varied at any time. Charges are non-refundable and may only be paid in cash US Dollars only. Credit cards and other forms of payment are not accepted. Whenever possible the cashier should be presented with the exact money.
You must deposit Visa fee and Service charges to Bank of Pichincha within 48 hours from the date of your appointment with the visa application Center. Please ensure you must carry two deposit receipts issued by the bank. One per Italian Embassy (Visa fee) and other for Vieffsglobal (Services Charges)
Visa Fee Type In Euros In US Dollars Visa Fee (Categories A,B,C) € 90 $ USD 99.00 Visa Fee for applicants aged between 6 - 12 € 45 $USD 49.50 Visa fee for applicants aged between 0- 5 € 0 $ 0.00 Service Charges
Service Charges In Euros In Local Currency Service Fee per applicant € 13 $19.50 Please Note:
- Service charges are inclusive of VAT levied per application over and above the visa fees.
Optional value added services
To add value to our customer, we offer some value added service. You will need to pay an extra fee in addition to the visa application fee when you attend the visa service Center only. To know about these services please refer the additional service page of this website.
Visa Fees waived categories
- Children under six years
- Students from third countries traveling for the purpose of scientific research as defined in Recommendation 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 28 September 2005 in order to facilitate the issue by Member States of uniform for short to researchers from third countries traveling within the Community for purposes of scientific research;
- Representatives of non-profit organizations that are not older than twenty years and will participate in seminars, conferences or sporting events, cultural or educational purposes, organized by non-profit organizations.
- Family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, provided traveling with the past or to be reunited with them. For family members of citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are considered: the spouse or partner to maintain a union similar to marriage registered in a public register established for this purpose in one of the above countries, their descendants and those of your spouse under 21 years or older of that age living from his office or incapable; and direct ascendants and those of his spouse or registered partner to live to their charge.
Note: Please note that you may be charged visa fee even though you meet the above information. This will be done only in consultation with the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador
Refund process
Visa application fee reflects the administrative costs of processing an application. Your visa application fee will not be refunded unless:
- You withdraw your application in writing before any processing takes place; or
- Embassy authorizes a refund
Please note that visa fee and service charges are not refunded if your application is refused by the Embassy of Italy, or if you withdraw you application while it is under processing at the Embassy of Italy in Quito, Ecuador.
-
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here.
- Visa Application Form
- Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
- Recent carnet style photo. Please “click here” for photo specification
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from the visa application date and 3 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- List of other documents
-
Photo Specifications
Overview
When applying for a visa, you are required to bring 01 photograph as part of completing and submitting your visa application.
Photo Requirements
You need to submit 01 one) photographs. One photo must be passed ( not stapled) on the visa application form and another photo needs to be given to Visa application centre at the time of submission. Your visa application photo must meet certain criteria regarding size and content. Submitting photos that do not meet these criteria can delay the visa application process. Your photographs must meet the guidelines shown in the image below:
Head Size
Your head height, measured from the top of your head, including the hair, to the bottom of your chin, must be between 50% and 70% of the photo's total height. Your eye height, measured from the bottom of the photo to the level of your eyes, should be between 55% and 70% - or roughly 2/3 - of the photo's height.
Photo Dimensions
Your photo must be 4.5 x 3.5 cm and square-shaped, meaning the photo's height must be the same as its width.
7 Steps to Successful Photo
Head Orientation
Head orientation is important when taking your visa photo. Frame yourself within the photo so that your full face shows. Face directly toward the camera and make sure your eyes are open.
Fill the Frame
Your photo must show your entire head, from the top of your hair to the bottom of your chin.
Stay Centered
Center your head within the frame.
Show Your Eyes
Make sure your eyes are open.
Background & Quality
The area behind you in the photo should be uncluttered and either white . Sit in front of a plain white background for best results. Photo quality must be of high resolution and must be printed on normal photographic paper ( photo printing)
Eliminate Shadows
Sit so that your face is fully-lit and there are no distracting shadows across your face or in the background
Relax and Look Natural
Be sure to have a natural expression on your face when you take your photo, like those shown here:
-
For more information about visa application photo specifications, visit click here
- Valid passport (remember it must remain valid for at least 6 months from date of end of your trip;
- Health insurance certificate covering at least an amount of 30.000 Euros for urgent hospital and repatriation expenses
- You have now an option to purchase Travel Medical Insurance at competitive prices either while you are the visa application centre to submit your application or online.
- At the VAC: Contact Travel Ace Assistance desk to know more and purchase of travel medical insurance as per your travel plan.
- Online: Purchase Travel Medical insurance before arriving
to visa application Centre.
- Other important information:
- This service will be offered by Travel Ace Assistance at the Visa application centre
- This service is purely optional in nature
- You will have to fill the consent form before purchasing the Insurance at the Visa application Centre
- Product information commercial
- The Travel and Health Insurance is operated by Travel Ace Assistance company and they have the sole responsibility of any claims or issues with the Insurance Policies
- Service will be operational with effect from September 10, 2012
Photograph facility at VAC
You also have an option to get your photograph clicked at the VAC. To know about photograph charges, please visit additional services webpage of this site.
More Information
-
-
Processing Time
-
Processing times in Ecuador
The Majority of standard visa applications are processed within 3-5 working days in Quito, and 8 working days in provinces, from the date your application is submitted to the Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Quito.
Important notes:
- Visa applications are assessed individually and processing times may vary. The actual processing time of your visa application will depend on several factors and because of this you should not to make your travel arrangements to enter or transit through the Italy until you have received your Schengen visa.
- Your passport can be retained by the Consular Department of the Italy Embassy in Quito for 30 days for processing of visa application
- You may require to appear for personal interview, should consulate in Quito require
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When to prepare your application
The Consular Department of the Embassy of Italy in Ecuador advises you to allow enough time to prepare your visa application. Some applicants can take 1 to 2 weeks to prepare their visa application and you should allow enough time to read the guidance on the visa category you are applying for, complete your visa application form, prepare your supporting documents and arrange for translations (if necessary). You can submit your visa application up to 3 months in advance of your planned travel date.
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Queries about processing times
You can track the status of your application by using the Track your Application facility on this website and by using the SMS text alert facility (fee payable).you can contact Visa Service Center by using the details available on the Contact Us page of this website.
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Role of Visa Application Center in processing
Please note Visa Application Center and none of its staff has any role in the decision making process. Processing of visa application is completed by the staffs at the Embassy of Italy in Quito and Guayaquil.
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Visa Application Form
Italian Version Spanish Version If you want to download the visa application form:
- Click on the link of the form
- When the page appears, save the form on your computer
OR
- Press the right button of your mouse/mouse when the cursor on the appropriate link
- Select< save>
- Save the form on your computer.
Long Term Visa
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Overview
Long-stay visas (National), if granted by the Italian embassy, will serve to remain in Italy for a period longer than 90 days.
All minors must be duly represented by both parents at the time of their visa application, unless one of the parents has the parental authority of the minor.
The nationalities of countries that are included in the list of countries subject to visa requirements for crossing borders are required to obtain this visa.
For more information visit this link: http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.aspFor the submission for Return visa, you can come to the visa attention centre without an appointment, Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 08:00 exclusively.
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Visa Fees
This section contains information about the charges to be paid for long-stay visa applications (more than 90 days) at the Italian visa application center in Ecuador.
Dependents will be charged the same rate as the principal applicant unless otherwise determined. All dependents who are going to travel must pay the consular fee and the service fee of VIEFFESGLOBAL even if they are included in the same passport of the main applicant.
The prices described below apply to our visa application in Ecuador and may vary at any time. Charges are non-refundable and must be paid at any Banco del Pichincha agency nationwide. No credit cards or other forms of payment are accepted.
You must deposit your visa fee and service fee at any Banco del Pichincha agency nationwide 48 hours prior to your appointment. Please be sure to bring two original payment receipts for each applicant at the time of your appointment, one in the name of the Italian Embassy for the amount of the visa fee and the other in the name of VIEFFESGLOBAL for the amount of the service
Long term visa fees
Long term study visa € 50 $ 55.00 Visa SUI/ NULLA OSTA € 116 $ 127.50 Long term Cult visa € 116 $ 127.50 Return visa € 116 $ 127.50 VFS Global Service Charges
Service fee charges In Euros In local currency Service fee per applicant € 13 $19.50 Please keep in mind:
- The service charge includes taxes and is a value that is paid additionally to the visa fee.
Optional additional services
To better serve our customers, we offer several value-added services. The prices of these services are detailed in this page in the category of additional services
Note: Please note that payment of the visa fee may be required even though you are in the specified category. This can be carried out according to the specific instructions of the Consular Department of the Italian Embassy in Quito, Ecuador
Refund of fees
Consular fees cover the processing costs of applications. The visa and services fee will NOT be reimbursed unless:
- You withdraw your request in writing before processing begins
- The Embassy authorizes a refund
Please note that denial of visa does not result in a refund of Visa or service fees, nor if you withdraw your application while processing at the Embassy of Italy Quito, Ecuador.
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Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here.
VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR LONG-TERM STUDIES
- Visa application with recent photography carnet size, white background
- Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
- Passport minimum validity 2
- Aerial / ida and return valid valid month of 6 months
- Original and copy of the acceptance to the italian language study course where indicated:
- Type of course
- Duration of the same
- Language in which it will be dictated
- Copy of any document that certifies the knowledge of the language in which the course will be done
- Copy of registration payment
- Simple photocopy of the study title obtained in ecuador.
- Sworn statement of warranty of student parents with labor certificates and bank references.
- Reservation of hotels or face of invitation for the first days of its arrival
- Schengen insurance for 5 days from departure date.
NOTE: In case the student applying to educational credit it is important to note that the documentation will be accepted once the value of such credit is already accredited to the student's account. / copy of the book of savings.
Requirements visa sui (nulla osta)
Requirements visa sui (nulla osta)
- Presence of each applicant
- Visa application with recent photography / carnet size white background
- Original and copy of the nulla osta issued by the questure passport minimum validity of 2 years
- Aerial reserve only from ida to italy
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Departure of nacimentary or marriage (or relationship) original and apostilled, no translation required
Note: if you are a minor of age, indispensable authorization of deputy parent's departure output.
Note: if you are a child who requests one of your parents and the father is less than 65 years, you must submit a sworn statement of the interested party, in which you declare totally economically depending on the nulla osta applicant's child .
Requirements for long-term culture visa
- Visa application
- Photo size carnet white background
- Letter of the religious congregation in original
- Flight reservation
- Passport with minimum validity of 2 years
- Italy only passenger reserve
- Letter of the ecuadorian episcopal conference
Requirements for return visa
- Visa application with recent photography size carnet dondo white
- Passport minimum validity of 365 days
- Period of soggiorno origin and color copy
- Receipt of original recruitment and copy
- Certificate of migration movements
- Only airport reservation to italy
Note: for young people color copy of period soggiorno valid of parents.- Departure authorization from the country, apostillada.
- In the event of theft, it derives properly sealed by the competent authority.
- For the submission for Return visa, you can come to the visa attention centre without an appointment, Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 08:00 exclusively.
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Photo Specifications
Overall Summary
When applying for a visa, it is necessary to present a photograph with a white background attached to the respective visa application.
Photo Requirements
Your photograph must cover the parameters indicated in the example below:
Head size
The height of his head, measured from the hair to his chin, occupy 70% of the total of the photo.
Dimensions of the photo
The photo must be 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm
7 steps to a successful photo.
Head orientation
The orientation of the head is important to take a photo. Stand facing forward to see your full face. And make sure you have your eyes open
Fill the photo
The photo should show complete its head, from the hair to the chin.
Stay Focused
Stand facing the camera.
Show your eyes
Make sure your eyes are open
Photo quality background
The background of your photo should be white, sit in front of a white background for better results. The photo should be taken in high resolution and printed on plain photo paper.
Remove Shadows
Sit so the photo has no shadows of any kind.
Relax and look natural
Make sure you have the natural expression of your face when taking a photo.
Photo service at our visa application center
You also have the option of requesting that your photo be taken at our visa application center. To know the price of this service go to the section of additional services in this page. click aqui
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Processing Time
Most applications are processed within 3-5 working days from the date of application to the Consular Department of the Italian Embassy in Quito.
Important:
- Keep in mind that all applications are handled individually. The Embassy can request your presence for an interview or require additional documentation, which would extend the processing time of your visa. Processing your visa depends on several factors and therefore we recommend that you do not make definitive travel arrangements until you have received your visa.
- Your passport can be retained by the Consular Department of the Italian Embassy in Quito for up to 30 days to process your application
- Return visa applicants must wait 3 weeks and then write to visti.quito@esteri.it to request information on their re-entry visa application.
- A personal interview may be required if the Embassy requests it.
WHEN TO PREPARE YOUR APPLICATION
Embassy of Italy in Ecuador recommends preparing documentation for your visa application well in advance. Some applicants may take up to one or two weeks to complete the necessary documentation to submit their application so read carefully all the necessary requirements and complete your visa application in time. You can submit your visa application no more than 3 months prior to the start date of your trip.
QUESTIONS ABOUT PROCESSING TIMES
You can track your request by following up on your request on this website or via the SMS service. You can contact our Visa Application Center by phone using the details provided in Contact Us on this website.
ROLE OF THE VISA CENTER ON YOUR APPLICATION
Please note that the staff at our visa application centers have no role or influence in the decision of your visa application. The decision on your request will be taken exclusively by the staff of the Italian Embassy in Quito.
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Visa Application Form
Formulario de Solicitud de visa If you want to download the visa application form:
- Click on the link of the form
- When the page appears, save the form on your computer
OR
- Press the right button of your mouse/mouse when the cursor on the appropriate link
- Select< save>
- Save the form on your computer.