Scholarships for foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships in favour of foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the 2026-2027 academic year, in order to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific and technological fields, to promote the Italian language and culture and to support Italy’s economic system in the world (According to the Italian law 288/55 and its subsequent […]
Read moreFake news on electronic visa system (e-visa) launch in June 2026
The Embassy of Italy denies the news appeared on some social media regarding the introduction of the electronic visa system (e-visa) for Italy starting from June 2026, and confirms that this news is false. The Embassy recommends therefore to rely only on the indications published on the official communication channels of the Italian Government and […]
Read moreCall for applications – grants for the translation of literary and cinematic works
A Call for applications by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to promote the publication and distribution of Italian books and films abroad is now open. The call for applications provides for grants for the translation of literary works and the dubbing/subtitling of films, which serve as a strategic tool for promoting the […]
Read moreALMA MATER STUDIORUM – UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA ONLINE ORIENTATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: BACHELOR’S AND MASTER’S PROGRAMS
On 24 and 25 February, the Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna will organize a series of online orientation events for prospective international students. During these events, it will be possible to speak directly with University lecturers and international students. Participants will be able to receive detailed information on degree programs, admission and enrolment […]
Read moreREPLACEMENT OF THE ITALIAN PAPER IDENTITY CARD WITH THE ELECTRONIC IDENTITY CARD
Italian paper identity cards (CIC) will no longer be valid as of 3rd August 2026. Italian nationals holding a paper identity card (CIC) and registered with AIRE in the Consular District of Kuwait are invited to book an appointment for the issuance of the Electronic Identity Card (CIE) by sending an email to consolare.alkuwait@esteri.it. The […]
Read moreElectronic payment for consular services
Kindly be informed that, as of 1st January 2026, electronic payment by debit card or KNET is available for the provision of consular services and constitutes the standard method of payment.
Read moreCONFERENCE FLORETINA-ICOOR 2025
The Conference Program is available at the following external link: Floretina 2025 Congress
Read moreCA’ FOSCARI UNIVERSITY – VENICE: Academic Year 2026/2027 – Illustrative Material
For the 2026/2027 academic year, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, in line with the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan and in accordance with ministerial directives, continues its commitment to attracting outstanding international students. The entire program offering includes bachelor’s and master’s degree programs taught in Italian and English. Below are links to the various program offerings: the […]
Read moreInternational Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, reaffirms Italy’s unwavering commitment – together with the Ministry of Foreign Affair – to preventing and combating all forms of violence and discrimination against women, both in Italy and around the […]
Read moreGreening Energy Market and Finance Erasmus Mundus Joint Master – UNIBO – Opening of applications: October 13, 2025 – h 11:00 am CET
Greening Energy Market and Finance Erasmus Mundus Joint Master An “Erasmus+ Erasmus Mundus Joint Master” programme – GrEnFIn is a 24-month Erasmus Mundus Master programme offering 120 ECTS, culminating in a multiple degree issued by the three partner universities: UNIBO, Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna, Italy, project coordinator LMU, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Germany, full partner UPD, Université Paris Dauphine, France, full […]
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