Italian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting Italy for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Italy for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Italy e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Italy visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Italy tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Italy.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Italy.
If you are looking for Italy visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Italy nearest your place of residence.
- Durban: The Consulate General of in Durban, ~ 272.59 kilometers (169.38 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 40 minutes).
- East London: The Consulate General of in East London, ~ 375.43 kilometers (233.28 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 40 minutes).
Italy visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Italy diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Italy from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,701 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,756 | 1.17% |
| 2010 | 4,799 | 0.90% |
| 2011 | 5,073 | 5.71% |
| 2012 | 5,100 | 0.53% |
| 2013 | 5,247 | 2.88% |
| 2014 | 5,343 | 1.83% |
| 2015 | 5,581 | 4.45% |
| 2016 | 5,761 | 3.23% |
| 2017 | 6,408 | 11.23% |
| 2018 | 6,772 | 5.68% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Italy & Lesotho comparison
Italy's area is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 9.69 times smaller than Italy.
As of October 2025, Italy's population is ~60.0 million people - 57,780,424 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Italy & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Italy | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 60,008,362 | 2,227,938 | 57.8 million more people live in Italy than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 209 | 14 | Italy has 195 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 146 | 48 | Italy passport holders can visit 98 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 549 | 7 | Italian hosts 542 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Italy in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Italy in 2018 was approximately 6,772.
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Useful Information
- Rome to Maseru: 7322.39 km (4549.92 mi)
- Travel time: 15 hours 15 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025