ISLAMABAD — The Embassy of Italy in Islamabad has launched a new online waiting list for italy visa appointment requests, effective February 11, 2026. The move targets Pakistani workers holding a valid Nulla Osta who have struggled to secure italy work visa slots. Officials say the system aims to end agent abuse and restore a fair queue process.
The update directly affects Italy work permit holders applying under the Decreto Flussi 2026 intake cycle.
Italy Visa Appointment Portal Shifts to Chronological Queue
Under the new Italy visa appointment model, applicants must register on a dedicated portal and join a digital waiting list. Slots are no longer released in bulk. They are assigned in strict chronological order based on registration time.
Who is Eligible?
The waiting list is currently open only for the following Visa categories:
- Lavoro Stagionale (Seasonal Work)
- Lavoro Subordinato / Highly Skilled (Employed Work)
- Self-Employment / Artists
Note: Family Reunion and Study visa applicants should continue checking the standard appointment channels unless specified otherwise in future updates.
Applicants must provide a passport valid for at least three months beyond stay, Nulla Osta details and personal email and phone contacts. Authorities stress that using an agent email risks missing notifications.
The Embassy has released one specific URL for this purpose.
Official Portal: https://waitlist.theitalyvisa.com/
Action: Go to this link to book your appointment. Since the system is chronological, registering today vs tomorrow could mean a difference of weeks in your processing time.
The reform follows years of complaints about italy work visa apply online slots disappearing within seconds. Officials describe the new system as a transparency measure to protect workers and reduce fraud in Pakistan.
For thousands awaiting italy visa appointment confirmation, processing now depends entirely on queue position. More categories may shift to the waiting list model if the rollout proves stable in the coming months.
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