Immigration

For high-net-worth individuals investing in Italy.

• Investments in government bonds, companies, startups, or cultural projects

• Entirely digital application with fast decision

• Two-year renewable residence permit

• Combines residency with meaningful contribution to Italy

For self-employed professionals establishing their activity in Italy.

• Requires proof of professional qualifications and financial stability

• Registration with relevant Italian professional bodies or chambers

• Demonstration of sufficient income to support residence

• Renewable residence permit with option for family members

For individuals employed by an Italian company.

• Requires a valid job offer or employment contract

• Employer sponsorship and compliance with quota system (Decreto Flussi)

• Access to healthcare, social security, and labor protections

• Renewable residence permit linked to employment duration

For highly skilled remote workers.

• Self-employed professionals working online from Italy

• Proof of stable income, health insurance, and qualifications

• Valid one year, renewable

• Spouses and minor children may also apply

For relatives of foreign nationals legally residing in Italy.

• Adequate income and suitable housing required

• Proof of family ties (spouse, children, dependent parents)

• Enables relatives to live, work, and study in Italy

• Promotes family unity and stability

For non-EU relatives of EU citizens exercising free movement rights.

• Granted to spouses, partners, dependent children, and relatives

• Residence, work, and study under same conditions as EU citizen

• Typically valid for five years, renewable

For non-EU citizens with long-term permits from other EU Member States.

• • Convert existing EU permit into Italian residence permit

  • Proof of stable income, housing, and integration required

  • Access to full residence rights in Italy

For students transitioning into the Italian workforce.

• Conversion possible upon graduation or completion of studies

• Requires valid job offer or freelance project

• Allows integration into labor market while remaining in Italy

Recent legislative changes have reshaped the rules governing citizenship by descent.

• Recognition now limited to descendants up to the second generation

• Requirement to demonstrate an active connection to Italy

• Centralized procedures through a dedicated office in Italy

• Support with judicial actions, consular applications, and municipal filings

Foreign spouses of Italian citizens may apply for citizenship after a qualifying period of marriage and residence.

• Two years of marriage for residents in Italy

• Three years of marriage for residents abroad

• Language proficiency, stable income, and integration required

• Full support in preparing documentation and meeting legal criteria

Foreign nationals may apply for citizenship after a continuous period of legal residence in Italy.

• 10 years for non-EU citizens, 4 years for EU citizens

• Proof of integration, financial stability, and Italian language proficiency required

• Comprehensive guidance from eligibility assessment to application submission