X2 Student Visa vs Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
Student visa comparison: China and Italy. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
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X2 Student Visa
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 IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Country | China | Italy |
| Program type | Language | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Initial duration | 6 mo | 12 mo |
| Proof of funds | $3,000 | $8,036 |
| Application fee | $140 | $58 |
| Work during study | No | Yes |
| Post-study visa | No | Yes |
Tuition
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Tuition policy | Full fee | Subsidized |
| Tuition-free scope | None | None |
| Tuition minimum | $800 | — |
| Tuition maximum | $4,000 | $4,600 |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Initial duration | 6 months | 12 months |
| Maximum duration | 6 months | — |
| Renewable | No | Yes |
| Renewal duration | — | 12 months |
Financial requirements
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Proof of funds | $3,000 | $8,036 |
| Application fee | $140 | $58 |
| Dependent fee | — | $58 |
Work during study
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Work allowed | No | Yes |
| Hours per week (term) | — | 20 hrs |
| Unlimited hours | No | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Not allowed | Automatic |
Requirements
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Required |
| Health insurance | Not required | Required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Not required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Not required |
Family and dependents
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Dependents allowed | No | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | X2 is short-term; dependents should apply for S2 visitor visa separately. | Spouse and minor children. Must demonstrate sufficient funds for family. |
| Spouse can work | No | Yes |
| Spouse work unrestricted | No | Yes |
| Children can attend school | No | Yes |
Post-study pathways
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Post-study visa | No | Yes |
| Work permit | No | Yes |
| Permanent residency | No | Yes(5 yrs) |
| Citizenship | No | Yes(10 yrs) |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | No | Yes |
| Fraction of time counted | — | 1.00 |
Application process
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CN
X2 Student Visa
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IT
Study Visa (Visto per Studio)
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| Method | In person | In person |
| Processing time | 4–14 days | 14–90 days |
| Apply in-country | No | No |
| Multiple entry | No | Yes |
| Schengen access | No | Yes |