Visa Guidelines & Invitation Letter

CatScience 2026 – Italy
Venue: Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria, Italy
Italy is part of the Schengen Area. International participants may require a Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) to attend CatScience 2026, depending on nationality.

Do I Need a Visa?

Visa-exempt entry

Citizens of the following countries may enter Italy without a visa for tourism or business purposes (including conferences), for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:

European Union (EU) & European Economic Area (EEA)

All EU and EEA member states enjoy visa-free access.

Other Visa-Exempt Countries:

Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Macao (SAR), Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Venezuela.

Visa Required:

Nationals of countries not listed above must obtain a Schengen C-type visa prior to traveling to Italy (for short stays of up to 90 days). This includes many countries in Africa, Asia and others.

Visa requirements may vary by country. Participants are advised to confirm details with their local Italian Embassy, Consulate, or Visa Application Centre.

Official Visa Requirement Check

Participants can verify visa requirements using official sources:

• Italy Official Visa Portal: https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/
• VFS Global – Italy: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/
• Local Italian Embassy / Consulate website

Invitation Letter for Visa Application

The CatScience 2026 Secretariat provides official invitation letters to support visa applications. Please note that an invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval, which is solely at the discretion of the embassy or consulate.

Eligibility for Invitation Letter

At least one of the following conditions must be met:

• Author of an accepted abstract (oral or poster presentation), or
• Completed registration with full payment

How to Request an Invitation Letter

Send Email

Please provide the following information in your request:

• Title (Dr., Professor, Mr., Mrs., Miss, Ms, etc.)
• Your full name (Please specify family name and given name)
• Organization
• Full mailing address
• Telephone and fax numbers
• Email address
• Copy of passport

Common Documents Required for Schengen Visa

(Requirements may vary by country)

• Valid passport (with sufficient validity)
• Passport-size photographs (Schengen format)
• Official invitation letter from CatScience 2026
• Proof of registration and payment
• Flight itinerary (arrival & departure)
• Hotel booking or proof of accommodation
• Proof of financial means (bank statements or sponsor letter)
• Proof of employment or student status
• Travel medical insurance

Travel Medical Insurance

Most Schengen visa applications require insurance with:

• Minimum coverage of €30,000
• Valid across all Schengen countries
• Coverage for emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation

Contact Details (Visa Support)
Name: Rekha
Address: Prism Scientific Services Pty Ltd, 302/480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Contact Number: +61 390163202
Contact Mail: chairs@catalysis-science.com

Important Notes

• Apply for your visa well in advance (recommended: 1–3 months before travel).
• Ensure all personal details are consistent across documents.
• Invitation letters are issued only after registration payment.
• Visa decisions are made solely by the embassy or consulate.