University Pre-enrollment Academic Year 2017/2018
Pre-enrollment procedures for Italian Universities (Academic Year 2017-2018) will close on July 25 2017. PLEASE NOTE: Pre-enrolment for Medicine and Surgery, International Medical School, Dental Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Health professions will also close on July 25 2017.
Read moreEugenio Bennato in concert for the Italian National Day
The Consulate General, in collaboration with ComItEs, CGIE, Il Centro, Aquilini Investment Group and Newway group, presents Eugenio Bennato and his band, who will perform their “Balla la nuova Italia” concert as part of the celebrations for the Italian National Day 2017. At 6:00 pm at the Italian Cultural Centre on June 2nd.
Read moreSapori di Puglia 2017
As is the case every spring, the “Sapori di Puglia” (Flavours of Puglia) took place in Vancouver at the end of March. And it was as usual an event with a very rich program. On Thursday, March 30th at 7pm, Food and wine fair with tasting of authentic products from Puglia, and screening of the documentary […]
Read moreG7 Taormina: Border controls temporarily restored
In view of the G7 Summit in Taormina, Sicily, Italy (May 26 and 27, 2017) border controls within the Schengen Area will be temporarily restored at ground, air, and maritime points of entry into Italy. The temporary suspension of unrestricted movement within the Schengen Area is in accordance with article 25 of the Schengen Border […]
Read moreInformation on same-sex unions
As of February 11, 2017, partners in a same-sex union are eligible to apply for Italian citizenship through Art. 5 of Law n. 91 of 1992. More detailed information on this new development may be found in the section of this website on Citizenship and Vital Records.
Read moreAttribuzione del cognome materno: sentenza della Corte Costituzionale n. 286/2016
La Corte Costituzionale con sentenza n. 286 del l’8 novembre – 21 dicembre 2016, pubblicata nella G.U. 1^ serie speciale – Corte Costituzionale n. 52 del 28 dicembre 2016, ha dichiarato l’illegittimità costituzionale delle norme che non consentono ai genitori, di comune accordo, di trasmettere al figlio, al momento della nascita, anche il cognome materno, […]
Read moreItaly’s Manifesto for its mandate as a UN Security Council member
Italy’s Manifesto for its mandate as a member of the Security Council of the UN.
Read moreBC Wilfire and evacuation resources
For updated information related to wildfire and evacuation resources in British Columbia, the Provincial government has provided the following website: https://news.gov.bc.ca/stories/bc-wildfire-2017-resources While many tourist areas remain accessible to the public, all turists are asked to consult the website indicated above for current developments on the emergency situation.
Read moreDual citizens need a valid Canadian passport to travel
As of November, 2016, Canadian citizens travelling abroad need a valid Canadian passport. Similar provisions already existed for Italian citizens. Therefore, if you are a dual citizen, both Canadian and Italian, and want to travel between Italy and Canada, you will need to have BOTH passports for your trip. Be prepared! For more info on […]
Read moreImportant: booking appointments with our visa office
The online booking procedure for Schengen visas at the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver is carried out exclusively through the Consulate’s website and is FREE OF CHARGE. To book your visa interview appointment now, please click here. Any future applicants are kindly advised interviews tend to be booked solid 6 to 8 weeks in […]
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