Italy

Italy - ResidencyProgram overview

Italy offers an investor visa for qualifying investments in startups, companies, government bonds or philanthropy.

Minimum investment

€250,000

Investment routes

Innovative startup · Italian limited company · Government bonds · Philanthropic initiative

Review the official program criteria for current requirements and fees.

Italy - ResidencyLegal framework

Investor Visa for Italy is a two-year visa for eligible non-EU investors. The published thresholds are €250,000 for an innovative startup, €500,000 for a limited company, €2 million for government bonds and €1 million for a qualifying philanthropic initiative.

Italy - ResidencyProgram benefits

• Residence in Italy

  The visa provides a route to an Italian residence permit.

• Choice of investment

  The program offers commercial, public debt and philanthropic routes.

Italy - ResidencyApplication process

1. Request clearance

   Apply through the Investor Visa portal for the preliminary clearance.

2. Apply for the visa

   Use the clearance to apply at the competent Italian consulate.

3. Arrive and complete the investment

   Apply for the residence permit and meet the investment and reporting deadlines after arrival.

Italy - ResidencyEligibility requirements

• Eligible applicant and investment

  Check the nationality rules and the criteria for your selected asset or initiative.

• Available funds

  Document the origin and availability of the funds for the investment.

Required documents

Italy - ResidencyFrequently asked questions