Residence Permit

(Permesso di Soggiorno)

Permit of Stay for Study Purposes – Non-EU Students

As a Non-EU student in Italy, you must apply for a Permit of Stay (Permesso di Soggiorno) within 8 working days of arrival if your stay exceeds 90 days. This process is essential to legalize your stay and is issued by the Questura (Police Headquarters).

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Obtain the Application Kit

  - During your university’s orientation, you’ll receive a kit for your residence permit application. If you arrive during university closure, you can collect the KIT from a designated Sportello Amico Post Office. See the list of post offices below.

2. Prepare Required Documents

  - Photocopies of your:

   - Passport (personal data page)

   - Visa and entry stamp

   - University admission letter stamped by the Italian Consulate

   - Health insurance policy (in English or Italian) valid for your entire stay in Italy and the Schengen area

  - Payment of fees:

   - €16 revenue stamp

   - €70.46 permit application fee

   - €30 for postage and handling

3. Submit the Application

  - Send the KIT from the Sportello Amico Post Office. After submission, you’ll receive:

   - A receipt (Assicurata)

   - An appointment date and time at your local Police Station (Commissariato).

4. Attend the Police Appointment

  - On your appointment day, bring all original documents along with:

   - 2 passport-sized photos

   - An Italian mobile number (to receive updates)

  - Your documents will be reviewed, and fingerprints will be taken.

5. Permit Collection

  - Within 4 to 8 weeks, you will receive an SMS from the Police notifying you to collect your Permit of Stay Card. It will usually be collected from the same Police Station where you attended your appointment.

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Sportello Amico Post Offices for Permit Applications

Below are some Post Offices where you can submit your KIT:

- Cordusio: Via Cordusio 4 (Metro: Cordusio, Line 1)

- Bovisa: Piazzale Costantino Nigra 1 (Bus: 90, 91; Tram: 2)

- Cadorna: Via Giosuè Carducci 7 (Metro: Cadorna, Lines 1, 2)

- Moscova: Via della Moscova 30 (Metro: Moscova, Line 2)

For other locations, search on the Poste Italiane website under "Servizi al Cittadino."

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Health Insurance Key Facts

Your health insurance must:

- Cover the entire duration of your stay and visa.

- Be valid in the Schengen Area.

- Be written in Italian or English.

If you do not have insurance or need a valid option, you can purchase Welcome Association Italy coverage, which costs €120 for one year or €71 for six months. This covers emergencies requiring hospitalization or treatment.

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Filling Out the Permit of Stay Kit

- Complete Modulo 1 (Form 1) and the payment slip using a black pen and CAPITAL LETTERS.

- Ensure your full name matches exactly as it appears on your passport.

By following these steps and ensuring all documents are in order, you’ll have a smooth process for obtaining your Permit of Stay in Italy. For more detailed support, consult your university's International Student Office (ISO).