Italian residency for remote professionals. No investment, no quota, no capital lock-up.
Italy - Digital Nomad Visa
The Italy Digital Nomad Visa allows non-EU remote workers, freelancers, and self-employed professionals to live legally in Italy while continuing to work for international employers or clients. Introduced by decree in 2024, it provides a clear, quota-free legal pathway for location-independent professionals. No annual cap, no work permit required, and no need to find an Italian employer.
The visa is granted initially for one year and can be renewed indefinitely, provided requirements are maintained. After five years you can apply for permanent residency, and after ten years for Italian citizenship. Eligible applicants may also benefit from Italy's Impatriati tax regime, which provides a 50% exemption on foreign-sourced income, or 60% if relocating with a minor child, for up to five years.
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Eligibility, Benefits, Timelines and Costs
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Eligibility
To qualify for the Italy Digital Nomad Visa you must meet the following requirements:
Non-EU national working remotely for a non-Italian employer or client base, either as an employee, freelancer, or self-employed professional
Classified as a highly skilled worker: a university degree or at least three years of documented professional experience in your field
Minimum six months of remote working experience at the time of application
Consulates apply discretion on what qualifies as highly skilled. Strong, well-organised documentation is essential
Minimum annual income of approximately €28,000, with higher thresholds for accompanying family members
Private health insurance covering at least €30,000 across all EU member states
Proof of accommodation in Italy valid for at least one year
Clean criminal record from your home country and any country of residence in the past five years
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Benefits
No investment required: no capital lock-up, no Golden Visa, no minimum asset threshold
No annual quota: unlike many Italian work visas, this programme is not subject to the Decreto Flussi cap, meaning applications can be submitted at any time
Live and work legally in Italy while maintaining your international employment or client base
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area, 26 countries
Spouse and dependent children under 18 can be included in the same application
Pathway to permanent residency after five years and Italian citizenship after ten
Impatriati tax regime: eligible applicants benefit from a 50% exemption on foreign-sourced income, or 60% when relocating with a minor child, for up to five years
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Timelines & Costs
Processing time: approximately 12 to 18 weeks from application submission, depending on consulate appointment availability and processing times
Full setup support from €8,000, covering the initial visa application and residence permit, including legal documentation, translations, lawyer's fees, coordination with authorities, consulate preparation, local setup, and Questura permesso di soggiorno application
Ongoing support for all temporary residency renewals and compliance requirements is included
Strategic guidance on permanent residency and citizenship pathways is included
Applications for permanent residency or citizenship are not included and are quoted separately should you choose to proceed
Final fees may vary depending on the number of applicants, jurisdiction, and complexity of the individual case
Your Italian life is closer than you think
Whether you are a freelancer, a remote employee, or a self-employed professional, the Italy Digital Nomad Visa is a straightforward, well-structured pathway to legal residency. Robert and Martin will guide you through every step, from eligibility assessment to approval and beyond.
