How To Qualify & Get An Italian Investor Visa In 6 Steps!

Step 1: Choose Your Type Of Investment

There are 4 ways to qualify for an Italian Investor Visa:

Invest €500,000 in an Italian company (an established company incorporated and operating in Italy);
Invest €250,000 in an Italian innovative start-up;
Buy Italian government bonds for a minimum value of €2,000,000;
Make a philanthropic donation of at least €1,000,000 to a project of public interest in Italy.

Step 2: Gather & Prepare ALL The Required Documentation

To apply for the Italian Investor Visa you will need the following documents: a valid passport; proof of funds sufficient for the chosen investment and for your stay in Italy; a description of the investment and, where relevant, of the business venture; and the completed application for the Investor Visa.

Step 3: Get Your "Nulla Osta" (Certificate of No Impediment to Enter & Reside in Italy)

The application is submitted online through the official Investor Visa for Italy portal and evaluated by the dedicated government Committee - Move To Dolce Vita can prepare and manage the entire application on your behalf. Processing time is approximately 30 days.

Step 4: Apply For Your Italian Investor Visa

Once you have your Nulla Osta, you apply for the visa at the Italian Consulate in your country of residence.

Step 5: Enter Italy & Get Your Residence Permit (Permesso di Soggiorno)

Within 8 working days of your entry into Italy, submit the application for your residence permit to the competent Questura (police headquarters) for your place of residence, then collect the permit once processed.

Step 6: Finalize Your Investment

The investment must be completed within 3 months from the date of entry into Italy.

‍

‍