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Italy: Heritage, Lifestyle, Opportunity

Italy is more than art and cuisine. From Renaissance cities and Tuscan hills to a dynamic modern economy, it blends culture with practicality.

Whether you're seeking retirement in the Mediterranean, investing in property, or navigating tax residency, Italy offers a lifestyle that’s both inspiring and secure.

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What Sets Italy Apart?

Italy blends timeless heritage with modern opportunity—offering world-class culture, healthcare, and education, all within a stable EU environment. It’s a base that balances tradition with practicality.

From investor and retirement visas to entrepreneur and self-employment options, Italy provides multiple residency routes for individuals and families. With clear pathways to long-term settlement and eventual citizenship, it combines lifestyle appeal with structured immigration options.



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Italy Visa Programs

Choose the compliant pathway that fits your situation. Requirements vary by route and consulate—our lawyers handle the detail.

Good to know: Investor Visa has multiple tracks starting from €250k. Income and documentation for other routes differ by jurisdiction and case—get tailored guidance before you file.

Italy Investor Visa

From €250,000 (track-dependent)

Residency via qualifying investments into Italy’s economy. Tracks include innovative start-ups, Italian companies/funds, donations to public-interest projects, or government bonds.

  • Multiple tracks with distinct thresholds
  • Pre-approval process before investment
  • Initial 2-year permit, renewable
  • Family inclusion possible
  • Legal & tax coordination available
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We do not provide investment advice; referrals to regulated advisers available on request.

Digital Nomad Visa

Minimum income threshold

Live in Italy while working remotely for foreign employers/clients. Proof of income, insurance and clean record typically required.

  • Initial 1-year permit; renewable
  • Remote work for non-Italian entities
  • Family members can join
  • Tax planning coordination available
  • Consulate-specific practices apply
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Elective Residency Visa

Substantial passive income

For retirees and financially independent applicants who won’t work in Italy. Demonstrate stable passive income and accommodation.

  • No Italian employment permitted
  • Private health cover required initially
  • Renewable residence permit
  • Family inclusion possible
  • Local practice varies by consulate
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Startup Visa

≥ €50,000 capital + plan

For innovative projects with incubator support optional. Shows funding, innovation and economic contribution.

  • Innovative business plan required
  • Self-employment basis; renewable
  • Incubator route available
  • Convertible to longer permits
  • Family inclusion possible
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Citizenship by Descent

Genealogy & records

Claim Italian citizenship (jure sanguinis) if your Italian ancestor did not naturalise before the next generation’s birth.

  • No generation limits (case-dependent)
  • Full document review & legalisation
  • Municipal or consular process
  • Family applications welcome
  • Timeline varies by venue
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Current Italy routes include the Investor Visa, Digital Nomad, Elective Residency, Startup and Citizenship by Descent. We coordinate tax planning with licensed partners where needed. Information only—we don’t provide investment advice.

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Italy Investor Visa

Italy’s Investor Visa offers a direct path to long-term residency in the EU’s third-largest economy. With qualifying investments, you and your family can secure a renewable 2-year permit—extendable and convertible into permanent residency and, after ten years, citizenship.

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Government Bonds

Invest €2 million in Italian government bonds. A secure, capital-preservation route backed by the state.

Investment in an Italian Company

Contribute €500,000 to an existing Italian company—or €250,000 if it’s an innovative start-up. Supports the local economy and aligns with Italy’s growth sectors.

Philanthropic Donation

Donate €1 million to support cultural, educational, scientific, or humanitarian projects in Italy. No capital return but impactful social contribution.

Innovative Start-ups

Minimum €250,000 in an officially registered innovative start-up. Designed for investors supporting high-growth, tech-driven ventures.

Italy Investor Visa
Timeline

The Italian Investor Visa process is structured and transparent. From online application to residence card issuance, here’s what to expect step by step.

Note: Timeframes are indicative and may vary with consular workload and chosen investment route.



Day 0–30Pre-Approval

Apply for Nulla Osta online

Create an account on the official Investor Visa for Italy portal and upload your documents (passport, AML bank letter, proof of funds, CV, criminal record certificates, signed investment declaration). The IV4I Committee reviews and usually issues the Nulla Osta in ~30 days.

Months 2–6Consulate stage

Apply for Type-D Investor Visa

With your Nulla Osta, book an appointment at the Italian consulate in your country. Submit proof of accommodation, prior-year income (~€8,500+), and health cover. If approved, the 2-year Investor Visa is stamped into your passport.

ArrivalFirst 8 days

Enter Italy & apply for residence permit

Travel to Italy on your visa and file for a residence permit (Permesso di Soggiorno) within 8 working days at the Questura. Provide biometrics, passport, and application kit.

≤ 90 daysFunding stage

Complete your investment

Deploy funds into your chosen route (startup, Italian company, donation, or government bonds). Upload proof (bank statements, transfer deeds, or donation deeds) to the portal. The IV4I Committee validates compliance — non-completion cancels the permit.

Year 2Renewal prep

Renew for 3 more years

Apply at least 60 days before expiry. You’ll need to maintain the original investment, secure a fresh Nulla Osta, and re-submit documents. Renewal grants a 3-year permit.

Year 5+Long-term status

Permanent residence & citizenship path

After 5 years of legal residence, you may apply for EU long-term resident status. After ~10 years (with integration and B1 Italian exam), you can apply for citizenship by naturalisation.

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Visa Applications

Attorney-led preparation, consulate-specific checklists, and timelines.

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Investment Route Support

Process management for Investor Visa. No investment advice; intros to regulated advisers.

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Tax Planning

Inbound planning with licensed partners; residency, treaty and compliance.

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Property & Settling-In

Search, rentals/purchase, utilities, and arrival support via vetted providers.

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Healthcare

Private insurance setup and access to the Italian system where eligible.

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Documents

Translations, apostilles, police clearances and consular appointments.

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Education

International schools, enrolment and university pathways.

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Ongoing Support

Renewals, family reunification and long-term planning.

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Banking & Finance

Introductions to trusted banks, account setup, and guidance on international transfers.

Moving to Italy by Country

Guides tailored to your passport—requirements, timelines, tax implications and practical tips.

Moving from USA

Visa routes, treaty considerations and dual-citizenship eligibility.

  • DNV & Investor options
  • US–Italy tax matters
  • FATCA basics

Moving from UK

Post-Brexit pathways, timelines and healthcare transition.

  • Elective residency
  • Work & startup routes
  • NHS → Italian system

Moving from Australia

Compliant options, superannuation notes and practical relocation tips.

  • Visa pathways
  • Healthcare setup
  • Cost of living

Moving from Canada

Visas, tax treaty points and education/healthcare guidance.

  • Multiple routes
  • Treaty implications
  • Provincial docs

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the investment options for Italy’s Investor Visa?
Italy’s Investor Visa generally accepts: (a) €2,000,000 in Italian government bonds; (b) €500,000 in shares/quotas of an Italian company; (c) €250,000 in an innovative startup; or (d) a €1,000,000 philanthropic donation to projects of public interest. Amounts/routes are set by law—your attorney will confirm the current thresholds before filing.
02
Do I need to invest before I apply?
No. You first request a nulla osta (pre-approval) from the Investor Visa Committee. After receiving the visa and entering Italy, you typically have a short, defined window to complete the investment and convert to the residence permit.
03
Does the Investor Visa let me work or run a business in Italy?
Yes. Once you hold the Investor residence permit, you can live in Italy and carry out work or entrepreneurial activities, provided you maintain the qualifying investment and comply with immigration rules. (Note: other visas, like Elective Residency, have different work rules.)
04
Can I include family members on my application?
Yes. After your Investor permit is issued, family reunification allows your spouse/partner and dependent children (and, in specific cases, dependent parents) to obtain residence permits. Evidence of relationship and financial support is required.
05
What’s the path to permanent residency and citizenship in Italy?
The Investor permit is usually issued for 2 years and renewable for 3 years if you maintain the investment. After 5 years of legal residence you may qualify for the EU long-term residence permit. Citizenship by naturalization typically requires 10 years of legal residence (plus language/integration criteria).
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Are there tax incentives for moving to Italy as an investor?
Potentially. New residents may evaluate Italy’s €100k flat tax on foreign income (and add-ons for family), or other regimes (e.g., impatriati for workers). These are elective and case-specific—coordinate with a licensed tax adviser alongside your immigration counsel.
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