Build your future in Europe's most iconic destination through the Italy Investor Visa.
Unlock a lifestyle of luxury, mobility, and security in the heart of the Mediterranean.
Travel freely across 29 European countries without visa restrictions.
Typical processing time of 3-6 months for residency permits.
No need to live in Italy full-time to maintain your visa status.
Opportunity to apply for permanent residence after 5 years and citizenship after 10.
(Full-time residency required)
Select from investment options starting from just €250,000.
Invest in an Italian innovative startup. This is the most affordable route to residency, supporting Italy's tech and innovation ecosystem.
Invest in the equity or shares of an existing Italian limited company (S.p.A or S.r.l). Ideal for those seeking established corporate assets.
Golden Visa Italy is a global mobility consultancy firm. We don't just process applications; we architect your future in Europe with precision, privacy, and expertise.
Prospective investors provided with advice on residency and citizenship by investment programs
Nationalities served including investors from the US, the UK, Hong Kong, China, India, Russia, Turkey among the others
Attracted in foreign direct investment to various countries
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Everything you need to know about the Italy Investor Visa program.
To start your process of getting a Golden Visa in Italy, you can begin by consulting a global mobility consultancy firm. Our team at Golden Visa Italy will explain the qualifying routes and assist you throughout the application process, from obtaining a Nulla Osta to receiving your Golden Visa card.
To be eligible for the program, you need to follow the following requirements:
Yes, you can include your spouse, your kids below 18, your dependent kids above 18 and your parents above 65 in your application.
It mostly depends on which investment option you prefer and how many family members you will add to your Golden Visa application. Approximately, you will need €261,556.46 as a main applicant for a start-up investment. Note that this amount will change depending on your investment type and additional family members.
| Investment Option | Minimum Investment Amount | Residence Permit Fees | Legal Fees | Renewal Fee | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Innovative start-up | €250,000 | €130 | €11,250 | €176.46 | €261,556.46 |
| Italian Limited Company | €500,000 | €130 | €11,250 | €176.46 | €511,556.46 |
| Government Bonds | €2,000,000 | €130 | €11,250 | €176.46 | €2,011,556.46 |
| Donation to a philanthropic initiative | €1,000,000 | €130 | €11,250 | €176.46 | €1,011,556.46 |
* Legal fees are subject to change depending on the law firm.
No, you cannot get Italian residency via property purchase within the Golden Visa framework. To be eligible for the program, you need to choose one of the qualifying investment options:
Technically, the Italy Golden Visa program offers residency by investment. Therefore, it does not provide a path to citizenship. To become eligible for citizenship, you must maintain legal residence in Italy and physically reside in the country for most of each year for 10 consecutive years, and meet a set of requirements.
The Italy Investor Visa offers only 2 years of residency by investment, with a 3-time renewal option. Maintaining the Investor Visa alone does not meet the residency requirement for permanent residence unless you physically reside in Italy. If you want to apply for permanent residence, you must stay in the country for 183 days for 5 years. After 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency.
If you want to experience the "Dolce Vita", the sweet life, then Italy can be an excellent option for you and your family. You can invest a minimum €250,000 in a start-up company and then get your residency valid for 2 years, with 3 times extension (as long as you keep your investment) and no minimum stay requirements.
No, you do not have to live in Italy full-time. In fact, Italy does not require you to stay at all to keep your residency status under the Golden Visa scheme.
Yes, Italy offers a highly attractive tax framework for new residents entering through the Golden Visa program. Eligible investors may go for Italy’s Flat Tax Regime, which replaces ordinary taxation on foreign income with a fixed €200,000 annual payment.
No, relocation is not required. The Italy Investor Visa allows you to obtain residency without a mandatory minimum stay. However, if your long-term goal is permanent residency or citizenship, physical presence requirements will apply.
Yes, you may invest through a company, but only if you wholly own it. The investment must be traceable to the applicant as the ultimate beneficial owner, and all documentation must clearly prove ownership and the legal origin of funds.
Yes. Once they receive their residence permits, eligible family members are granted full access to the Italian labor market. This includes the ability to work as employees or engage in self-employment activities.
No. The investment cannot include guarantees, buyback schemes, or refund commitments, as these violate Italian regulations for investor visa applications. The investor must maintain the qualifying investment for the required period without contractual guarantees on capital protection or returns.