Rules & Regulations for
Italy Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Pre-Approval for the Visa

  The applicant submits an application online, including all necessary documentation (proof of funds, clean criminal record, etc.). The authorities review the application to ensure it meets the investment and legal requirements.

• Issuance of the Investor Visa

  Upon approval, the applicant receives a two-year investor visa. This visa allows the investor and their family to live in Italy. Proof of residence in Italy, whether through purchased or rented real estate, is required following approval. The Italian authorities will also conduct background checks to ensure the applicant has no criminal record.

• Application for Residence Permit

  Once approved, the visa is granted for an initial two-year period and is renewable for an additional three years, provided the investment is maintained. The visa applies to the main applicant, their spouse, children, and dependent parents without requiring additional investments.

• Renewal and Permanent Residency

  The initial investor visa is valid for two years and can be renewed for an additional three years if the investment is maintained. After five years of continuous residence, the applicant can apply for permanent residency.

• Pathway to Citizenship

  After ten years of residence in Italy, the investor may be eligible to apply for Italian citizenship, provided certain conditions are met (e.g., knowledge of the Italian language and integration into Italian society). Applicants must fulfill additional citizenship requirements, such as language proficiency and knowledge of Italian culture, in order to qualify for naturalization.