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Italy Digital Nomad Visa
A residence permit for qualified professionals who work remotely for a company or clients outside Italy.
Italy launched its digital nomad visa in April 2024. The Italy digital nomad visa is designed for qualified professionals who earn abroad and want to live in Italy. You need an annual income of at least €28,000, proven professional experience, housing, insurance and a clean criminal record. You apply at an Italian consulate, and within 8 days of arrival you request your residence permit (permesso di soggiorno). The first permit is issued for one year and can be renewed, and your family can follow the main applicant.
You cannot work for Italian employers on this status: the whole point of the program is income from abroad. Italian bureaucracy moves at its own pace, and a lot depends on the specific consulate and police headquarters (questura). We check your contract, income and experience before filing, so you don't lose months on repeated requests.
Who it is for
- Remote employees of foreign companies
- Freelancers with clients outside Italy
- IT specialists, designers, analysts and consultants
- Families: a spouse and children can join the main applicant
Requirements
- Remote work for a company or clients outside Italy
- Annual income of at least €28,000
- A university degree or proven qualification in your profession
- Work experience in your field, with 6 months as a benchmark
- Housing in Italy: a lease or proof of funds to rent one
- Health insurance for the whole period of stay
- No criminal record
What we do
- Check your income, contract, degree and experience
- Tell you which documents your particular consulate will accept
- Arrange Italian translations and legalization
- Prepare and file your application at the consulate
- Support you through the residence permit at the questura after arrival
- Help with renewal and your family's move
Key documents
- Passport and application form
- Employment contract or client contracts
- Proof of income for the last year
- Degree and proof of work experience
- Criminal record certificate with an apostille and translation
- Lease agreement or proof of housing
- Health insurance policy
How it works
- Case reviewincome, contract, education and experience
- DocumentsItalian translations, legalization, insurance and housing
- Consulatevisa application; review takes roughly 30 business days to 3 months
- Arrival and permitwithin 8 days, the application for your permesso di soggiorno
- Residence cardbiometrics at the questura and collecting the card
Timeline
The consulate review takes roughly 30 business days to 3 months; after arrival you apply for the residence permit within 8 days.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- Income below the threshold or irregular payments are a common reason for refusal
- Consulates differ in their requirements, so we build the document list for yours
- Missing the 8-day deadline after arrival can mean a fine and problems with your status
- Working for an Italian company is not allowed on this status
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $5,900. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
How much income do I need for the Italy digital nomad visa?
An annual income of at least €28,000, proven with bank statements and contracts. If your family is coming, you need additional income. Financial documents must be recent at the time of filing, so we order statements close to your consulate appointment.
What are the qualification requirements?
The program is for qualified professionals: you need a degree or proven qualification and work experience in your profession, with 6 months as a benchmark. Letters of recommendation and a portfolio are not mandatory, but they strengthen the application.
How long does the process take?
The consulate reviews the application in roughly 30 business days to 3 months. After arrival you have 8 days to apply for the residence permit, and the card itself can take from one to several months to be ready.
Can my family move with me?
Yes, a spouse and children can get residence permits after the main applicant. This requires additional income and documents proving your family ties, with an apostille and translation. We will advise on the best time to file your family's documents.
What taxes do digital nomads pay in Italy?
If you live in Italy for more than 183 days a year, you become an Italian tax resident. There are preferential regimes for new residents and freelancers, but the conditions depend on your type of activity. It is best to work out your taxes before you move.
Can I get permanent residence and citizenship later?
After 5 years of legal residence you can apply for an EU long-term residence permit, and after 10 years for citizenship. This requires knowledge of Italian and continuous residence in the country without long absences.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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Let’s discuss your case
We will check whether the program fits your citizenship, income and family, and send an estimate with the full list of costs.
