Italy

Italian universities require pre-enrollment through the universitaly.it portal before you can apply for a student visa. This step involves submitting your academic documents for verification. The timeline and requirements vary by institution and program — our team manages this process for you.

Not necessarily. Many universities in Italy — particularly at postgraduate level — offer programs fully in English. Some undergraduate programs require Italian, and learning the language will definitely enrich your experience. The language requirement depends entirely on the program you choose.

The Italian Embassy in Dhaka typically takes a minimum of 21 calendar days to process a study visa once all documents are submitted. In practice, starting 3–4 months before your program start date is strongly recommended, as pre-enrollment and document preparation take significant time.

A Permesso di Soggiorno is a residence permit that non-EU students must apply for within 8 working days of arriving in Italy. It is a mandatory legal step — not optional. Our post-arrival support team helps you navigate this process once you land.

Yes, international students in Italy are generally allowed to work part-time. The allowed hours per week and the conditions attached depend on your visa and permit status. This is something we cover thoroughly in your consultation.

Italian universities typically have two main intakes — one in the autumn (September/October) and one in February. Application deadlines and pre-enrollment windows open months before, so early planning is essential. You can see upcoming deadlines on our intake calendar.