Can I change my schengen tourist visa to a type d student visa whilst in italy?
I currently have a schengen tourist visa (issued by the italian embassy), valid for six months and allows me to travel to all schengen states. I have recently applied to a university in italy, I have been accepted and I am in the process of enrolling. My question is this... If I go to italy on my visitors visa (type c), can I whilst there, change my -visa status- from type c to an Italian type d? OR will I have to leave italy and apply for a new student schengen? Can a italian student schengen be added on anyway? I want to do this as my course starts in a month and I understand that applying for a student visa could take a very long time, and i would like to be able to start as soon as i have applied at the consulate there. I am not extremely worried about loosing my tourist status to a student status, as because my course is longer than a year, I am told that I can apply for temporary italian residency which will also allow me to move freely within the schengen states during my term breaks. Is this true? I have looked everywhere and can't seem to find a specific answer. ANY information from someone who has had something similar would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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No you can't Schengen visas are short term visas issued under set rules. You cannot convert a Schengen visa into a national longer term study visa. Italy does not allow you to apply for national visas while in the country, so you have to apply for such a visa from outside of the country.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Would high school students be able to drink while on a field trip to Italy?
Would high school students be able to drink while on a field trip to Italy?
I am an 18 year old high school student from the United States and my class is going to Italy this spring for a field trip. Some of my friends and I were wondering if we would be able to drink while we were out un Italy. What are the drinking age limits in Italy? Are there any restrictions on us drinking because we're Americans?
Law & Ethics - 4 Answers
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There is no law stating a limit of age for drinking any kind of alcoholic drink, art 689 Codice Penale forbids serving alcoholic drinks to minors under 16 in public places like restaurants, pubs, etc. A proposal to increase the purchasing age to 18 has been rejected by parliament in 2007. Your teachers may be risking their jobs if they allow you to drink, its not just about the law. When I was 12 years old we went to France (from UK) where we were allowed to drink wine, but the teachers made us keep the bottles off the tables, I think so they would not be in a photos
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You can drink. My school [UK] go around europe all the time. The teachers don't enjoy it, but who cares. They impose restrictions on you such as being 'home' at a certain time. But no, no laws stopping you. Its legal! Enjoy
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There is no law about you drinking but since you are traveling with you school you are required to follow the rules they set out. If you are drinking your chaperones could cause problems for you when you return. You could get suspended from school. If your chaperones are cool then you probably will be able to sample and drink a little as long as you act responsibly and appropriately and don't get piss ass drunk. You are of legal drinking age in Italy though.
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I'm Italian. Yes, you can drink alchol in Italy from 16 years old. There are any restriction on you!
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I am an 18 year old high school student from the United States and my class is going to Italy this spring for a field trip. Some of my friends and I were wondering if we would be able to drink while we were out un Italy. What are the drinking age limits in Italy? Are there any restrictions on us drinking because we're Americans?
Law & Ethics - 4 Answers
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There is no law stating a limit of age for drinking any kind of alcoholic drink, art 689 Codice Penale forbids serving alcoholic drinks to minors under 16 in public places like restaurants, pubs, etc. A proposal to increase the purchasing age to 18 has been rejected by parliament in 2007. Your teachers may be risking their jobs if they allow you to drink, its not just about the law. When I was 12 years old we went to France (from UK) where we were allowed to drink wine, but the teachers made us keep the bottles off the tables, I think so they would not be in a photos
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You can drink. My school [UK] go around europe all the time. The teachers don't enjoy it, but who cares. They impose restrictions on you such as being 'home' at a certain time. But no, no laws stopping you. Its legal! Enjoy
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There is no law about you drinking but since you are traveling with you school you are required to follow the rules they set out. If you are drinking your chaperones could cause problems for you when you return. You could get suspended from school. If your chaperones are cool then you probably will be able to sample and drink a little as long as you act responsibly and appropriately and don't get piss ass drunk. You are of legal drinking age in Italy though.
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I'm Italian. Yes, you can drink alchol in Italy from 16 years old. There are any restriction on you!
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
How can I get $25,000 for my high school exchange to Italy from the US??
How can I get $25,000 for my high school exchange to Italy from the US??
I live in boston and i have been dying to see europe- the oppertunity has come for me to spend my junior year as an exchange student in Italy- it costs $35,000. My parent's can swing $15,000, but with all the added costs for everything, it still leaves $25,000 unpaid for. We never qualify for financial aid. Where can I look for money to finance this year?
Financial Aid - 1 Answers
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Your parents may have to borrow the money. Alternatively, look for foundations that support this type of travel and apply for a grant. Good luck! cc
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I live in boston and i have been dying to see europe- the oppertunity has come for me to spend my junior year as an exchange student in Italy- it costs $35,000. My parent's can swing $15,000, but with all the added costs for everything, it still leaves $25,000 unpaid for. We never qualify for financial aid. Where can I look for money to finance this year?
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Your parents may have to borrow the money. Alternatively, look for foundations that support this type of travel and apply for a grant. Good luck! cc
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
HELP! Where to go as a teenage exchange student? Thailand, Finland, or Italy?
HELP! Where to go as a teenage exchange student? Thailand, Finland, or Italy?
I am going to be 16 next summer when I leave and I'm a girl). I'm not sure where to go....I've narrowed it down to Thailand, Finland, and Italy. I was set on Thailand, but now I'm having second thoughts because I'm afraid Thailand will be too reserved and strict. Please, please, please help me decide! I'll be spending next summer in whatever country I choose with a host family. The exchange program I'm using is AFS.
Other - Destinations - 1 Answers
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I think if I were you I would go to Italy, You would find it more relaxing a allot less stress.
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I am going to be 16 next summer when I leave and I'm a girl). I'm not sure where to go....I've narrowed it down to Thailand, Finland, and Italy. I was set on Thailand, but now I'm having second thoughts because I'm afraid Thailand will be too reserved and strict. Please, please, please help me decide! I'll be spending next summer in whatever country I choose with a host family. The exchange program I'm using is AFS.
Other - Destinations - 1 Answers
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I think if I were you I would go to Italy, You would find it more relaxing a allot less stress.
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