Subordinate Employment Visa (Lavoro Subordinato)
Italy
Last updated: December 25, 2025
1-2 years (renewable)
$135
4-8 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you work as an employee for an Italian company. It's for people from outside Europe who have a job offer in Italy. You work for one employer who sponsors your application. The visa is still active, but applications from Bangladesh, Pakistan, and some other countries are currently delayed due to document verification. If you have a job offer, this visa works well. The challenge: your employer applies first (2-4 months), then you apply at the consulate (1-3 months). Most complete applications get approved (89%). If you're from Bangladesh or Pakistan, expect 6-12+ months instead of 4-8 months.
Key Benefits
- Work legally for your employer without restrictions
- Free or low-cost healthcare through Italian public system
- Bring spouse and unmarried children under 18
- Travel freely in Schengen countries (Europe)
- Keep residence permit for up to 1 year if you lose your job
- Apply for permanent residence after 5 years
- Apply for Italian citizenship after 10 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18+ years old
- Must have job offer from Italian employer
- Must have valid health insurance (minimum €30,000)
- Clean criminal record preferred
- No history of visa violations or illegal work
- Some skilled jobs require relevant qualifications or work experience
- Language not required for visa but helpful for work
Financial Requirement
Job offer with minimum €8,000 per year ($8,700 USD). Employment contract must meet Italian labor law standards.
Documents
- Valid passportAt least 3 blank pages, valid 3+ months beyond visa expiration
- Employment contractFrom sponsoring Italian employer
- Nulla OstaWork authorization from Italian government
- Proof of housingLease agreement, hotel booking, or landlord letter
- Health insurance certificateMinimum €30,000 coverage
- Bank statementsLast 2-3 months showing financial means
- Passport photos2 photos, 3.5x4.5cm, color, white background
- Travel reservationFlight booking or travel itinerary
- Criminal background checkFrom home country (may be required)
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.