Can an American stay in Italy for 6 months?


Can an American stay in Italy for 6 months? Prospective residents or anyone intending to stay in Italy for longer than 90 days must obtain a permit of stay (permesso di soggiorno). Additional information may be obtained from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Polizia di Stato.


How can I stay in Europe for 6 months?

For the purpose of this article, I will be focussing on this region to help you make the most of your stay.
  1. Schengen Area.
  2. Schengen Visa.
  3. The 90-Day Limit. ...
  4. » Get a Europe Student Visa. ...
  5. » Find Work or Stay as a Freelancer. ...
  6. » Do a Union or Reunion in Europe. ...
  7. » Apply for Citizenship. ...
  8. » Hold a Long-Term Tourist Visa.


Can a U.S. citizen stay in Europe for 6 months?

A U.S. citizen may remain in any Schengen country (or travel between various Schengen countries) as a tourist for up to 90 days in a 180-day period without a visa.


Can I stay in Italy more than 3 months?

Americans must have an entrance visa which should be obtained at an Italian consulate before coming to Italy, in order to remain in Italy more than three months and gain resident status. This procedure will take several weeks to complete so it is advisable to apply well in advance of the departure date.