Italy - Digital Nomad Visa

Italy - Digital Nomad Visa

Italy’s Digital Nomad Visa lets non‑EU/EEA/Swiss remote professionals live in Italy while working for employers or clients based abroad. It’s a national Type D visa that leads to a residence permit typically valid up to 1 year (renewable if conditions continue). Expect world‑class culture and cuisine, great transport, and Schengen mobility.

Eligibility highlights:

- Highly skilled remote worker (employee or freelancer) with at least 6 months’ proven experience.

- Minimum gross income around €28,000/year (≈ 3× Italy’s healthcare exemption threshold).

- Valid passport, private health insurance, clean criminal record, and proof of accommodation.

- Documentation proving remote work (employment letter authorizing remote work or client contracts/invoices). Income should primarily come from non‑Italian sources.

Typical documents: employment/contract letters, remote‑work authorization, client agreements, recent bank statements/payslips, CV, police certificate (apostilled/legalized), proof of lodging, and certified Italian translations where required.

Application process: apply at your Italian consulate. Once approved, enter Italy and, within 8 days, apply for the permesso di soggiorno (residence permit) at the Questura; provide biometrics and collect your card. Decisions often take 30–90 days after a complete file, but timing varies by consulate.

Notes: Family members can join via family permits if you meet higher income thresholds. You may need proof of social‑security coverage (e.g., A1) or to register in Italy. Working from Italy generally has tax implications—seek tailored advice. Rules can evolve; verify with official sources.