Designed For non-EU remote professionals earning income outside Italy
Italy - Digital Nomad Visa
The Italy Digital Nomad Visa is designed for remote workers, freelancers, and self-employed professionals who earn income from non-Italian sources and wish to live legally in Italy. It allows location-independent professionals to work for international employers or clients while enjoying Italy’s exceptional lifestyle, culture, and infrastructure. The visa is granted initially for one year and can be renewed for successive periods, offering a pathway to permanent residency and, after ten years, Italian citizenship. Eligible applicants may also benefit from Italy’s special tax regimes for new residents, including a 50% tax exemption on foreign-sourced income, or 60% if relocating with a minor child, for up to five years, subject to meeting the relevant criteria.
Eligibility, Benefits, Timelines and Costs
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Eligibility
The applicant must be employed by a non-Italian company, run an international business, or be self-employed with clients outside Italy.
Proof that the work or business can be carried out remotely is required.
Minimum monthly income of €2,350, with higher thresholds for family members.
Valid private health insurance covering the applicant’s stay in Italy.
A clean criminal record from the home country and any country of residence over the past five years.
Proof of ongoing remote work, such as an employment contract, client agreements, invoices, or letters from employers.
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Benefits
Live and work in Italy while maintaining international employment.
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area (26 countries).
Pathway to permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship after 10 years.
Include spouse and dependent children under the same visa.
Attractive tax benefits for remote workers under the new rules (post-January 1, 2024):
50% tax exemption on foreign-sourced income for standard applicants.
60% tax exemption if relocating with a minor child or having/adopting one during the benefit period.
Duration of benefit: 5 years.
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Timelines & Costs
The overall processing time is approximately 12 to 18 weeks, depending on visa appointment availability and consulate processing times
No minimum investment is required, unlike residency by investment or Golden Visa programs
Costs are limited to application support, legal documentation preparation, and professional advisory fees
Extra fees may apply depending on the number of applicants and the complexity of the case