🛬 Main Airports

• Rome – FCO: the largest international hub and an ideal entry point.
• Milan – MXP: best for the north and shopping.
• Venice – VCE: perfect if you want to start in the canals city.

🔁 Common Transit Routes

• Istanbul – Turkish Airlines.
• Doha – Qatar Airways.
• Dubai – Emirates.
• Abu Dhabi – Etihad.
• Frankfurt/Munich – Lufthansa.
• Paris/Amsterdam – Air France & KLM.

🛂 Schengen Visa

• Apply via VFS Global.
• Docs: passport, photos, insurance ≥ €30,000, bookings, bank statements.
• Processing time: ~15–21 working days.
• Fees: €80 adults • €40 kids 6–12 • free under 6.
• Validity: 90 days within 180.

Official links: Italian MFA – Visa Portal • VFS Global

💡 Travel Tips

• Fly into Rome and out of Milan to reduce backtracking.
• Book flights and start the visa process early to save money.
• Ensure your travel insurance covers emergencies and evacuation.
• Keep digital and paper copies of all documents.