Italy - Visa Information Update

13 Feb 2026

Please be advised that the Italy Visa Application Centres in Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and George will not be accepting any visa applications from the 13 February 2026 until the 17 February 2026 due to planned system maintenance.

During this period:

• VFS Gloval will not be accepting any visa applications.

• Centres will remain open for collections only.

• Arrangements have been made to reschedule all appointments originally booked during this period, and affected applicants have been contacted with new appointment dates.

Visa application submission services will resume on the 18 February 2026.

Visit our Italy Country Guide for full Visa Information