Italy Student Visa – Bank Statement Guidelines

 Italy Student Visa – Bank Statement Guidelines

🔹 A. Why do you need it?

To prove that you can afford to pay for your education, accommodation, tuition fees, etc.

This is called proof of funds.

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🔹 B. How much money do you have to pay?

Masters: A minimum of €11,000–€11,500 per annum (≈ Tk 15–18 lakh, depending on the rate).

Bachelor: 25 lakh+ shows.

Safe side tips: It is better to keep a little more money according to the cost of the city you visit.

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🔹 C. Which bank do you buy from?

✔ Government (Sonali, Agrani, Janata etc.)
✔ Private (BRAC, DBBL, Islami, Standard Chartered etc.)
   Avoid co-operative or unknown banks.

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🔹 D. Terms of Statement:

At least 12 months of transaction history.

It is better to deposit step by step without suddenly depositing large amounts.

Best if you have your own name. If you are a parent, you need an affidavit of support.

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🔹 What do I need to get from the bank?

1. Bank Statement (12 months) – with seal and sign.

2. Bank Certificate/Solvency Certificate – Specifies how much money is due on the specified date.

3. Copy of FDR/Savings Certificate if necessary.

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🔹 Where do you put the money?

Savings accounts are the best.

If there is FDR, it can be mentioned.

It is risky to show money with a loan.

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🔹 G. What do you need to sponsor?

Statement of the Sponsor (Parent/Parent) + Solvency Certificate.

Proof of relationship (birth certificate, nid, etc.).

Affidavit of Support (from the Notary Public).

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🔹 H. Submission Processes

The visa must be on file:
✅ Bank Certificate (Original)
✅ Bank Statement (Attested Copy)

Date of Issue: Within the last 30 days.

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🔹 I. Common mistakes (which can lead to rejection)

❌ Suddenly accumulating a lot of money in one day.
❌ Just show the loan money.
❌ Old Statement (>30 days).
❌ Documents from small/unknown banks.
❌ The source of the money cannot be proved.

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🔹 J. Practical Tips

✅ Start depositing money slowly at least 6-8 months in advance.
✅ Add if you have a family income tax return (ITR).
✅ All documents are best if they are in English (official translation is required if Bengali).

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In short, good preparation + transparent documentation + the right bank = the chances of getting a visa increase a lot.