RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENTItaly
Capture the beauty of Italy
Italy’s ideal location in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea has resulted in it being home to many remarkable works of art and architecture. As a founding member of the EU and the third-largest economy in the eurozone, Italy is known for providing its residents with high standards of living, education, and healthcare, contributing to a unique quality of life.
Fact Sheet
WHY CHOOSE ITALY
Italy, renowned as a top tourist destination with major cities like Milan, Rome, and Venice, presents a lucrative opportunity for investors seeking access to a strong and well-connected EU market. The investment programme offers a diverse range of investment options with varying amounts for individuals to select from, and those who qualify can acquire residency rights within three to four months.
MINIMUM INVESTMENT & PROCESSING TIME
- €250,000 plus taxes and fees
- Approval in 3 months
BENEFITS
The benefits of the Italy Residence Programme include:
- Obtaining an Investment Visa for Italy grants you the freedom to travel visa-free to all other countries within the Schengen Zone for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Residency in a country with a rich culture, thriving industries, and major global cities
- No mandatory permanent stay in Italy
- Access to exceptional medical care and education facilities
- The possibility of obtaining citizenship after 10 years of residence (subject to special conditions).
QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for an Italian Investor Visa, you must be a non-EU citizen and make a single investment in one of the following:
- A Government Bond issued by the Italian Republic.
- A Company incorporated and operating in Italy.
- An Innovative Startup.
- A Philanthropic Donation towards public interests such as culture, education, immigration management, scientific research, and preservation of cultural and natural heritage.
Investment Criteria
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
The programmes’ qualifying options are:
1. Investor Visa
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To be eligible for the Italian Investor Visa, you must meet one of the following three requirements:
- Invest a minimum of €2 million in Italian government bonds.
- Invest a minimum of €500,000 in Italian shares (reduced to €250,000 if investing in innovative start-ups).
- Invest a minimum of €1 million in projects that serve public interests in Italy, including culture, education, ecology, immigration management, research and development, arts, and heritage. This investment is non-refundable.
It is mandatory to maintain the investment for the duration of the visa’s validity. Additionally, the spouse, children, and dependent parents of the primary applicant may also apply for a visa without any additional investment.
2.Elective Residence Programme
The Elective Residence Programme is an additional qualifying option that is suitable for individuals who can demonstrate a stable annual income from abroad at a certain threshold.
DURATION OF RESIDENCE PERMIT
The Investor Visa is initially granted for two years and can be renewed for an additional three years, provided the investment is sustained. After five years, permanent residence is possible, subject to the investor’s relocation to Italy.
RENEWAL OF INVESTOR VISA RESIDENCE PERMIT
To maintain your Residence Permit, you must demonstrate that you have sustained your investment or donation, and you can renew it every three years. Renewal applications should be submitted at least 60 days before the expiry date through the Investor Visa portal online.
Your application will be evaluated by the Investor Visa Committee to determine if you have sustained your investment/donation.
Upon completing five years of continuous residency, you can request long-term Italian residency.