Study in Italy from Bangladesh
Affordable tuition, regional scholarships, and growing interest in Europe. Low budget students and scholarship seekers.
Last reviewed June 2026. Verify all details on the official sources listed below.
Quick overview
Italy at a glance
Key planning facts for Bangladeshi students. Costs are estimates in BDT.
Visa type
National Visa Type D
Best for
Low budget and scholarships
Tuition range
Low at public universities
Living cost
Proof of funds rule applies
Visa fee
Verify visa fee on official site
Application fee
Universitaly registration
Visa appointment
VFS or embassy
Insurance
Health insurance required
Main intake
September intake
Work opportunity
Part time within limit
Scholarship chance
Regional DSU scholarships
Proof of funds
Set funds for living
Why this country
Why Bangladeshi students choose Italy
Popular subjects include Engineering, Design, Business, Computer Science.
Public universities offer low tuition compared with many destinations.
Regional DSU scholarships can cover fees and living support for eligible students.
Growing range of English taught programs.
A clear path through the Universitaly pre-enrolment system.
Admission
University admission process
Understand the admission path before you start the visa process.
Admission requirements
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- IELTS or Italian language proof depending on the program
- Motivation letter
- Universitaly pre-enrolment
- Proof of funds for the visa
Choose program
Pick an English or Italian taught program.
Check requirements
Confirm academic and language requirements.
Apply and pre-enrol
Apply to the university and pre-enrol on Universitaly.
Receive admission
Get your admission or acceptance letter.
Apply for DSU scholarship
Submit a regional scholarship application if eligible.
Estimated cost
Estimated full cost from Bangladesh
Plan beyond tuition. These are planning estimates in BDT and can change. Verify official fees before applying.
University registration
National visa fee
Tuition (public)
scholarships can reduce it
Living cost
Health insurance
English test (IELTS)
Italian language test for some programs
Document and translation
legalisation may apply
Flight
Emergency buffer
First year planning range
৳9L to ৳18L for the first year
Full masters degree
৳16L to ৳32L for a two year masters
Italian masters programs usually run two years, so plan living cost for each year while public tuition stays low and a DSU scholarship can reduce it further. A bachelor degree takes about three years.
Disclaimer. These figures are estimates for planning only. Visa fees and living cost rules change. Confirm current amounts on the official sources before you apply.
Universities
Top universities in Italy by subject and location
Filter by your subject and then by location, then open the official admissions page to apply directly. On the university site, choose your level (bachelor or master) and your program. These are research universities that welcome international students.
19 universities. Open a card to apply on the official admissions page.
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Politecnico di Milano
Milan, Lombardy
Public, top Italian technical university
Bocconi University
Milan, Lombardy
Private, top for business and economics
University of Milan
Milan, Lombardy
Public, large research university
University of Pavia
Pavia, Lombardy
Public, historic university near Milan
Politecnico di Torino
Turin, Piedmont
Public, engineering focus
University of Turin
Turin, Piedmont
Public, broad research university
University of Bologna
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
Public, oldest university in the world
University of Parma
Parma, Emilia-Romagna
Public, food science and engineering
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Lazio
Public, large and affordable
Disclaimer. VisaMapBD is not affiliated with these universities and does not process admissions. These are official university links for your convenience. Always apply through the official university website and confirm current programs, fees, and deadlines there.
Visa process
Student visa process step by step
From admission letter to the final decision for the National Visa for Study (Type D).
Pre-enrol on Universitaly
Complete the pre-enrolment for your chosen program.
Prepare proof of funds
Arrange the required funds for living cost.
Arrange health insurance
Buy accepted health insurance for entry.
Complete visa form
Fill the national visa application.
Book appointment
Book your slot at the VFS centre or embassy.
Submit documents
Submit your file and biometrics.
Receive decision
Collect your visa and plan travel.
You need accepted health insurance for entry and your stay. Confirm the accepted plan with your embassy and university.
Visa appointments are booked at a VFS centre or the embassy. Complete the Universitaly pre-enrolment first.
You need to show a set amount of funds to cover your living cost. Confirm the current figure on the official source.
Documents
Document checklist
Your document set changes with degree level, funding type, and profile. Use this as a planning base.
Academic documents
- Transcripts and certificates
- IELTS or Italian language proof
- Motivation letter
Personal documents
- Valid passport
- Passport size photos
- Visa application form
Financial documents
- Bank statements
- Proof of funds for living cost
- Scholarship letter if applicable
Sponsor documents
- Sponsor documents if used
- Relationship proof with sponsor
University documents
- Admission letter
- Universitaly pre-enrolment confirmation
Visa documents
- National visa form
- Health insurance proof
- Appointment confirmation
Intake timeline
September/October is the main intake. The Universitaly pre-enrolment window typically opens in February and closes by April, so plan your documents well before that.
Start 10 to 12 months early. Complete Universitaly pre-enrolment February–April. Legalise and translate all academic documents. Apply for the student visa at the Italian Embassy in Dhaka after pre-enrolment is confirmed. Apply for the DSU scholarship as soon as your Italian university enrolment is confirmed.
Work rights
Up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Students in Italy can work part time on a student visa without a separate work permit.
Post study options
After graduation, you can apply for a one-year stay-back permit to search for employment in Italy. If successful, this can convert to a work permit. The rules are updated annually, so confirm availability at the Italian Embassy before planning your stay.
Regional DSU scholarships can cover fees and offer living support for eligible students. Apply on time.
Admission calendar
Application deadlines and session dates
Academic year: October to September. Dates are typical planning windows — confirm on official university pages.
Apply by (regular)
April 30 (Universitaly pre-enrolment deadline — varies slightly each year)
Session starts
October – November
Session ends
June – July
Visa timing
Apply for Italian student visa June – July (after pre-enrolment confirmation)
The Universitaly pre-enrolment is the essential first step — without it, the Italian Embassy cannot process your student visa. Universities confirm pre-enrolment April–June. DSU regional scholarship applications open around the same time as university enrolment — apply the moment you arrive and register.
Apply by (regular)
December – January
Session starts
February – March
Session ends
July – August
Visa timing
Apply for student visa November – December
Available at some Italian universities for specific programs. Less common for first-year students — confirm availability with your target university.
Planning note: Italian university deadlines, Universitaly windows, and DSU scholarship opening dates shift each year. Monitor universitaly.it and the Italian Embassy Dhaka site from January onwards. Legalise and translate all academic documents (apostille + sworn translation into Italian) before February — document preparation takes 4–8 weeks in Bangladesh.
Avoid these
Common mistakes
Small planning errors that often delay or weaken an application.
Missing the Universitaly pre-enrolment window
Late document legalisation and translation
Not applying for the DSU scholarship on time
Choosing a program without checking language
Preparation risk
Refusal risk factors
Areas to prepare carefully. Strong preparation lowers your risk.
Incomplete proof of funds
Missing pre-enrolment steps
Inconsistent or unverified documents
Verify here
Official source links
Always confirm fees, rules, and timelines on the official websites before applying.
Last reviewed June 2026. Confidence level: medium.
FAQ
Italy student visa questions
Answers to common questions from Bangladeshi students.
Yes. Public universities often set tuition based on your family income, which keeps it low, and regional DSU scholarships can reduce costs further or cover them for eligible students while adding a living grant. This makes Italy one of the most affordable destinations in Europe, though you should still plan for living cost and apply for DSU on time.
Disclaimer. VisaMapBD provides general educational planning information only. It is not legal, immigration, admission, or financial advice. Visa rules, fees, and requirements can change anytime. Always verify details from official embassy, immigration, university, and VFS websites before applying.