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Italy Residency

Discover multiple pathways to Italian residency through investment, remote work, or self-employment

Language
Italian
Visa-Free Travel
185+
Location
Southern Europe
Currency
Euro (EUR)

Why Choose Italy?

EU Membership Benefits

Full EU membership with access to live, work, and travel freely across 27 European countries

Rich Cultural Heritage

Birthplace of Renaissance, home to 58 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and incredible art

Mediterranean Lifestyle

Beautiful climate, stunning coastlines, and the famous Italian dolce vita lifestyle

Strong Economy

Third-largest economy in the Eurozone with excellent business opportunities

Quality Healthcare

World-class healthcare system ranked among the top globally by WHO

Culinary Excellence

Home to world-renowned cuisine, wine regions, and gastronomic traditions

Residency Options

Golden Visa - Investment Program

Investment-based residence permit for non-EU investors

Minimum Investment
€250,000
Timeframe
4-6 months

Digital Nomad Visa

Remote work visa for digital professionals and freelancers

Min. Income
€2,700/month
Timeframe
2-3 months

Self-Employed/Passive Income

Residence permit for freelancers and financially independent individuals

Min. Income
€31,000/year
Timeframe
3-4 months

Golden Visa - Investment Program

Investment-based residence permit for non-EU investors

Minimum Investment
€250,000
Processing Time
4-6 months
Residency Type
Temporary → Permanent

Benefits

No minimum stay requirements
Schengen area travel freedom
Family inclusion (spouse, children, parents)
Path to citizenship in 10 years
Access to Italian healthcare and education
Special tax regime for high net worth individuals

Requirements

Investment in Italian startup (€250,000+) or company (€500,000+)
Government bonds (€2,000,000) or philanthropy (€1,000,000)
Clean criminal record
Health insurance coverage
Proof of legal income source
Due diligence clearance

Family Inclusion

Spouse included automatically
Children under 18 included
Unmarried adult children if fully dependent
Parents if financially dependent

Application Process

1
Nulla Osta Application
1 month
Apply for clearance certificate through Golden Visa website
2
Investor Visa Application
2-4 weeks
Apply for investor visa at Italian consulate
3
Travel to Italy
1 week
Enter Italy and complete investment within 3 months
4
Residence Permit Application
1 month
Apply for residence permit at Migration Service
5
Permit Issuance
1 month
Receive 2-year residence permit card

Frequently Asked Questions