Digital Nomad Visa
Italy
Last updated: December 25, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$125-$130
3-4 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you live in Italy while working remotely for a company or clients outside Italy. You don't need to work for an Italian employer. It's designed for freelancers, remote employees, and digital entrepreneurs who earn stable income from abroad. The visa is easy to get compared to other Italian work visas. You don't need special work permission (called a "Nulla Osta") that takes 6+ months. There's no limit on how many people can get this visa—it's always open. This visa gives you a clear path to stay in Italy permanently. After 5 years, you can become a permanent resident. After 10 years, you can become an Italian citizen.
Key Benefits
- Work for clients anywhere in the world
- Change jobs or clients without permission
- Bring spouse and children
- Access to Italy healthcare (if resident 183+ days/year)
- Open Italian bank account and get tax ID
- Travel freely in Schengen area
- Permanent resident after 5 years
- Italian citizenship after 10 years
- No tax on worldwide income if stay under 183 days/year
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Must NOT be from EU, EEA, or Switzerland
- No criminal convictions in past 5 years
- Must work remotely for foreign company or clients (not Italian employer)
- At least 6 months remote work or freelance experience
- College degree OR 5+ years work experience in your field (3 years if IT)
- Earn minimum €28,000 ($33,000) per year from remote work
- Have health insurance covering at least €30,000
- Have proof of accommodation in Italy
Financial Requirement
Minimum €28,000 per year ($33,000 USD) from remote work outside Italy. Prove with bank statements, employment contracts, or tax documents.
Documents
- Valid passport15+ months validity
- Visa formCompleted and signed
- Passport photoColor, recent, ICAO standard
- Bank statements3-6 months recent
- Employment contract or client invoicesProof of remote work income
- Remote work experience proof6+ months documented history
- Employer letterConfirming no criminal record
- Health insurance certificate€30,000 minimum coverage
- Accommodation proofRental contract, property deed, or booking
- Criminal record certificateFrom your country, past 5 years
- Professional qualificationsCollege diploma or 5+ years work experience
- Translations and certificationsAll non-Italian documents translated and officially certified
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.