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Italy Visa Applications at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)

Everything you need to apply for a Italy Schengen visa from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates โ€” address, opening hours, fees in AED, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.

Embassy fee AED 388.00
BLS International service fee AED 72.30
Total typical AED 460.30
Processing 5-15 daysdays
Address

BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)

Nation Towers Mall, 1st Floor, F24
1st Street, Al Bateen
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

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Italy counter contact

Phone & email specific to Italy visa enquiries

Phone+971 4 494 7333
Email[email protected]
Counter Hours
Business Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

08:30 โ€“ 18:30

No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.

Submissions

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

09:00 โ€“ 15:00

No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.

Passport Collection

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

09:00 โ€“ 17:00

Collection only after BLS International receives your processed visa back from the Italy consulate.

What you'll pay at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)

Italy visa fees in AED.

Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Italy consulate, and the BLS International service charge for handling your appointment.

AED

AED โ€” AED

ISO AED

All fees on this page are quoted in AED. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.

โœ“VAT inclusive ยท all prices below
AED Cash in AED only โ€” paid at the Abu Dhabi centre
โœ—All fees are non-refundable. Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee.

Schengen Visa Fee

EU-harmonised fee paid to the Italy consulate. Same in every Schengen country.

Schengen visa (all categories) โ€” adult AED 388.00

Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult applicants (EUR 90 equivalent).

Adult โ€” facilitation states AED 151.00

Reduced fee (EUR 35 equivalent) for nationals of countries with a visa-facilitation agreement with the EU.

Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Belarus

Adult โ€” Gambian nationals AED 388.00

Same Schengen short-stay visa fee applies to Gambian nationals.

Applies to: Gambia

Child (6 to 12) AED 194.00

Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years (EUR 45 equivalent).

Child (0 to 5) Free

Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.

BLS International service charges

Operator's own fees, in addition to the embassy fee. Inclusive of VAT.

Service charge (per application)

AED 72.30

Required, paid in addition to the embassy fee.


Payment: Cash in AED only โ€” paid at the Abu Dhabi centre. Refunds: All fees are non-refundable. Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee.. Exemption: Children under 6 are exempt from the embassy fee under Schengen rules.
Total cost to apply
From
AED 223.30

Cheapest case (non-exempt)

Most adults pay
AED 460.30

General fee + service charge

Visa-facilitation
AED 223.30

Reduced rate + service charge

Optional courier and notification add-ons sit on top. Some applicants apply free โ€” see exemptions below.

Fee exemptions

Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?

Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.

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Free ยท both fees

Children under 6 years

Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.

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Free ยท embassy fee

EU citizen family members

Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.

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Conditional

Students & researchers

Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.

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Free ยท embassy fee

Youth (โ‰ค 25) at non-profit events

Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.

Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).

  • Children under 6 years
Additional information

Italy operates from a separate office (Nation Towers Mall, Al Bateen) โ€” distinct from the Spain/Slovakia centres in Tamouh Tower. Visa fees revised quarterly per the Embassy of Italy exchange rate.

Italy visa FAQs at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)

Common questions, answered.

Where do I apply for a Italy visa at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)?

BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy) is located at Nation Towers Mall, 1st Floor, F24, 1st Street, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. Italy visa applications are processed at this address.

What are the Italy counter opening hours at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)?

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30โ€“18:30 (Business Hours); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00โ€“15:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00โ€“17:00 (Passport Collection).

How do I contact the Italy counter at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)?

You can reach the Italy counter at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy) by phone +971 4 494 7333 or email [email protected].

How do I book a Italy visa appointment at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy)?

Start your Italy visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy) as part of the process.

Alternative centres

Other centres processing Italy visas in United Arab Emirates.

VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi

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Ready to apply for your Italy visa?

BLS Abu Dhabi (Italy) handles your appointment. We handle the application โ€” Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.