Contact the Italian Embassy in Washington, D.C., by calling 202-612-4400. Make sure you have your passport available and know which type of visa you applied for to enter Rome.
Speak with an embassy representative and explain you would like to request an update on the status of your visa application.
Provide all relevant details requested by the embassy representative to help him locate your application and gauge the progress or status. The embassy representative will inform you of any required updates, any issues with the visa application and how long until you can expect a final determination.
Follow any specific instructions provided by the embassy representative. If there is a problem with your application or if the Italian Embassy needs additional information to approve your visa, make sure you provide the information in accordance with the request.