What would happen to an American citizen who went to Italy and stayed there past their three month allowed?

Question

time to be in the country? I was told that even though there is a three month limit, they tend to be loose about it. Is this true?And if they were to leave, let's say a year later, would they have a problem getting back into Italy again-how would it effect their future comings and goings into Italy? I know in the U.S. if someone is found they get deported and cannot re-enter. What happens in Italy?

Answer 1

Either getting Visa extended or Deportation back to the U.S.

Answer 2

The real question is: if we Americans complain all the time about illegal aliens here in the states, why would you go and do the same in another country?????

Answer 3

They would probable arrest you and I think the limit is 6 months because my grandpa visets there alot.

Answer 4

First of all you shouldn't over stay your welcome.

I have been in & out of Italy for years and and have never run across an American that hasn't been concerend about this. I have been otld that you could ger asked the leave the country and you'd probably not be able to come back. I have heard of Americans (in the Milan area) that leave Italy - cross into france, Swizerland, Austria or into Ex-Yoougoslavia just before the 3 months are up and then turn around and come back in to Italy for another 3 month stay.

Answer 5

Nothing serious.

Police is VERY loose about that.

If they catch you, you have to leave immediately.

Only if don't leave at once, you'll receive an "espulsione" and it will be forbidden for you to return inItaly for five years, unless you don't obtaai a special authorization from  the Ministry of domestic affairs.

Answer 6

Hi, I'm American and I live in Italy.  Well, it all depends if you get caught.  If they never find out you over stayed your time, nothing will happen to you but if they do you can't come back for some time.  I have noticed that they are a bit more lenient to Americans, but you never know who you will meet.

Answer 7

THeres no point in doing it if you could just get a visa card and do it legally. i grew up in siracusa, sicily-many people try to stay past there time since it is so beautiful, and it does not work, don't do it.

Answer 8

What happens in the USA is what would happen in Italy if you get caught. You would be deported and never allowed to return.

Answer 9

I lived in italy for 3 YEARS.

Pretty much they wont be able to find you. Kind of like in the states. but if for some reason the Polizia picks you up or you get a ticket. The carrabineri will not go easy on you. Its more stringent than the US. They take VISA violations seriouse.