🇮🇹 Italy Residency

Italy offers various residency options for investors, entrepreneurs, retirees, and professionals. The country provides an attractive tax regime for HNWIs and business owners looking to establish residency.

Visa Options:

  • Investor Visa

    • Requires a minimum investment of €250,000 in an Italian start-up or €500,000 in an Italian company.

    • Provides long-term residency benefits for investors and their families.

  • Digital Nomad Visa

    • Designed for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who want to live in Italy while working for a foreign company.

    • Requires proof of stable income and compliance with Italy’s tax regulations.

  • Elective Residence Visa

    • Ideal for financially independent individuals seeking to reside in Italy.

    • Applicants must show proof of sufficient passive income to support their stay.

Key Benefits:

1. Access to the EU & Schengen Zone

  • Residency allows visa-free travel across 26 Schengen countries.

  • After 5 years, residents can apply for permanent residency and, after 10 years, for Italian citizenship.

2. Investor-Friendly Tax Benefits

  • Flat Tax Regime: HNWIs can opt for a €200K annual tax cap on worldwide income for up to 15 years.

  • No wealth tax on foreign assets for those under the flat tax regime.

  • Special tax incentives for expats and retirees, including a 7% flat tax for pensioners relocating to southern Italy.

3. High Quality of Life

  • Renowned food, culture, fashion, and scenic landscapes.

  • Excellent healthcare system, ranked among the best in the world.

  • Affordable cost of living compared to other major European cities.