Italy Visas and work permits

Investor Visa

• Italy has a specific visa category for foreign investors.
• The legal framework is primarily based on Article 26-bis of the Consolidated Immigration Act.
• This visa is for non-EU citizens intending to make a qualifying investment in Italy.
• Qualifying investments include:
  • €2 million in Italian government bonds.
  • €500,000 in equity instruments of Italian companies.
  • €250,000 in innovative Italian startups.
  • €1 million philanthropic donation supporting a relevant sector of Italian public interest.
• A "nulla osta" (clearance certificate) is required. This is issued by the Investor Visa for Italy Committee.
• The investor visa is valid for two years.
• Upon arrival in Italy, the investor must apply for a residence permit ("permesso di soggiorno") at the local police headquarters (Questura) within eight days.
• The residence permit for investors is valid for two years and renewable.
  
  
  

  General Visa Information

  • For stays exceeding 90 days, non-EU citizens must obtain a long-stay visa (Type D).
    
    
    

    Work Permits/h3>

    • Non-EU citizens intending to work in Italy must generally obtain a work permit.
    • The employer is typically responsible for initiating the work permit application.
    • Following the work permit approval, the foreign worker must apply for a work visa at the Italian consulate in their country of residence.