Seattle and the State of Washington: Great Opportunities for Italian Companies – Recent mission of Consul General Massimo Carnelos (September 4-6, 2025)
The Greater Seattle area, and more broadly the State of Washington, represent an exceptional growth opportunity for Italian companies interested in expanding, exporting, and investing in the U.S. market. With a Gross Domestic Product nearly half that of Italy’s, but with a population of just eight million people, the region stands out for its dynamic […]
Read moreIntesa Sanpaolo Delegation led by Stefano Barrese showcases Italian innovation in San Francisco and Seattle
A delegation from Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy’s leading banking group and one of the most important in Europe, recently concluded – during the first week of September 2025 – a mission to San Francisco and Seattle, aimed at fostering connections between Italian businesses and the vibrant U.S. innovation ecosystem. The delegation was led by Stefano Barrese, […]
Read moreArrival and beginning of tenure of the new Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Massimo Carnelos – August 18, 2025
It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival and the beginning of the tenure of the new Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Massimo Carnelos, on August 18, 2025. Consul General Carnelos is honored to represent Italy in this important consular jurisdiction and to serve our Italian community with dedication. A brief, […]
Read moreSTUDY and MISSION VISAS: Fingerprinting Requirement Removed for US, Canadian, Japanese, UK citizens
Effective 11 June 2025, citizens of the U.S., Canada, Japan, and U.K. are exempted from the fingerprinting requirement for study and mission visas at this Consulate. STUDY VISAS As in previous years, applicants for study visas may now submit applications via their university’s or academic program’s batch process, if they arranged one with this office […]
Read moreCelebrations of the 2025 Italian Republic Day in San Francisco
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco proudly celebrated the 2025 Italian Republic Day, hosted at the premises of the Consulate General and in the transformed outdoor space known as “Piazza Italia.” The event brought together our vast and vibrant community of Italians, Italian Americans, and international friends from across the Northwestern Pacific region […]
Read moreCelebrazioni della Festa della Repubblica 2025 – Videomessaggio del Vice Presidente del Consiglio e Ministro degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale On. Antonio Tajani
In vista delle celebrazioni della 79esima Festa della Repubblica italiana, il Vice Presidente del Consiglio e Ministro degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, On. Antonio Tajani, ha voluto indirizzare a tutti i connazionali all’estero un videomessaggio di auguri. Guarda il videomessaggio:
Read moreJune 2 celebration in Rome: President Mattarella paid tribute to the Unknown Soldier
As reported by the Quirinale, President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella, on the occasion of the Republic Day celebrations, paid his respects this morning at the monument of the Unknown Soldier at the Altare della Patria in Rome. President Mattarella, accompanied by Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, reviewed the honor guard deployed in Piazza Venezia, and laid […]
Read moreEDUITALIA Scholarships – Available Until 10 June 2025
The Embassy of Italy in Washington D.C. and Eduitalia, an association of 125 qualified schools, colleges, and universities that offer courses for foreign students in Italy, have teamed up to offer 19 scholarships aimed at promoting the Italian language and culture in the United States. The grants will cover accommodation in Italy for up to 5 weeks at one […]
Read moreREFERENDUM ABROGATIVI DELL’08-09/06/2025 – Rilascio dei duplicati
Si informa che A PARTIRE DA DOMENICA 25 MAGGIO 2025 gli elettori che non hanno ancora ricevuto il plico elettorale per il voto per corrispondenza in occasione dei referendum abrogativi dell’8 e 9 giugno al proprio indirizzo di residenza possono richiederne un DUPLICATO a questo Consolato Generale. La richiesta di duplicato potrà essere presentata di […]
Read moreBOISE, IDAHO – INAUGURATION OF THE FIRST HONORARY CONSULATE OF ITALY IN IDAHO
The Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Sergio Strozzi, inaugurated on 08 May the first Honorary Consulate of Italy in the State of Idaho. Dr. Ronald Gambassi, consultant and investment expert, was sworn in as the first Honorary Consul, in a ceremony that occurred in the council chambers of Boise’s City Hall, in the […]
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