The strength of the bond between Italy and the United States at the center of Italy’s Republic Day celebration in Washington.
(Washington, June 5, 2024). The Embassy of Italy in Washington hosted a celebration for the 78th anniversary of the Italian Republic yesterday. Over 1,000 guests attended the event, representing U.S. institutions, the diplomatic community, the business and cultural sectors, Italian-American associations, journalists, and Italian citizens. Among the American guests were Attorney General Merrick Garland, Deputy […]
Read moreChanges to Schengen Visa Fees Starting June 11, 2024
As stipulated by Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 2024/1415 of March 14, 2024, starting from June 11, 2024, the fees for Schengen visas will undergo the following changes: For applicants aged 12 and over, the cost will be €90 (previously €80); For applicants aged between 6 and 12 years, the cost will be €45 (previously […]
Read more2024 EUROPEAN ELECTIONS AND LOCAL ELECTIONS – TRAVEL CONCESSIONS FOR VOTERS RESIDING ABROAD AND IN ITALY
Italian citizens are informed that Circular No. 49/2024 from the Ministry of the Interior, containing guidelines on travel concessions within Italy for voters residing in Italy and abroad, has been published at the following link (only available in Italian): https://www.esteri.it/it/servizi-consolari-e-visti/italiani-all-estero/elezioni-amministrative-e-referendum-locali-in-italia/. For complete and detailed information, please refer to the circular. The aforementioned circular also specifies […]
Read moreTwinning between Italian and U.S. schools for the promotion of Italian language and culture. Celebration, in connection with the International Festival of European Geopolitics of Venice-Mestre, for the conclusion of Phase I of twinning between 4 Italian and U.S. higher education institutions (May 9, 2024).
On May 9th, in connection with the International Festival of European Geopolitics in Venice-Mestre, the Embassy of Italy in Washington DC hosted the concluding event of the first year of the biennial twinning project between two Italian higher education institutions, Capellini-Sauro in La Spezia and Cambi-Serrani in Falconara Marittima (Province of Ancona), and two American […]
Read moreARENA DI VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL AT THE ITALIAN EMBASSY IN WASHINGTON.
At the Embassy of Italy in Washington, the General Manager of the Arena di Verona Foundation, Cecilia Gasdia, together with the Deputy Artistic Director, Stefano Trespidi, presented the 2024 and 2025 seasons of the Arena Opera Festival. In her welcoming address, Ambassador Mariangela Zappia emphasized the special connection established between Washington and Verona thanks to […]
Read moreItaly-U.S. Cooperation on Earth Sciences and Cultural Heritage at the Italian Embassy in Washington.
Washington, May 15, 2024. The study of the Earth system, the impact of climate change, and the development of environmental technologies were the focus of today’s meeting hosted by the Embassy of Italy in Washington of the Italy-United States working group on Earth Sciences and Cultural Heritage. The group, established in 2013 under the Agreement […]
Read moreOver 6400 Visitors at the Italian Embassy for EU Open House 2024
Washington DC, May 13, 2024 – There were 6453 visitors to the Embassy of Italy on Saturday for the usual EU Open House, during which all European Union embassies open their doors to the public for Europe Day celebrations. Visitors, welcomed into the Embassy building designed in the nineties by architect Piero Sartogo with a […]
Read more“Changed by Women” – Bocconi University and Women’s Empowerment at the Italian Embassy in Washington
The Ambassador of Italy to the United States, Mariangela Zappia, hosted yesterday at Villa Firenze the Washington stop of the “Changed by Women” tour, a project by Bocconi University on women’s empowerment promoted through a university publication dedicated to 99 role-model alumnae, a fundraising campaign for female students, and a mentoring program. Speaking at the […]
Read moreMedia accreditation information for the G7 Summit
From Thursday the 13th to Saturday the 15th of June, 2024, the meeting of G7 Heads of State and Government will be held at Borgo Egnazia (BR), in Apulia, chaired by the President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic, Giorgia Meloni. Early accreditation is mandatory for all media representatives interested in attending. […]
Read moreThe Italea project begins: an exciting journey dedicated to those with Italian origins
The Italea project is aimed at Italians living abroad and Italian descendants: hospitality, discounts and initiatives for those who want to travel to Italy to follow in the footsteps of their family history. A journey through Italy’s wonders to discover one’s origins and rediscover the places, traditions and culture of one’s ancestors. The Italea project […]
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