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Italy

Southern Europe · Schengen

Available programmes

Lavoro autonomo

A residence permit for self-employment: freelancing, sole proprietorship or running your own company in Italy.

Who it suits: freelancers, consultants and small business owners

Applications run within annual quotas (decreto flussi)
A nulla osta plus proof of income and housing are required
Registration with the tax authority and the relevant chamber

University studies

The Italian student permit is issued after enrolment and renewed for each year of study; part-time work of up to 20 hours a week is allowed.

Who it suits: students of Italian universities and art academies

The permit is issued after enrolment and pre-registration
Many programmes are taught in English
Limited part-time work is allowed

Digital nomad

Italy accepts applications from remote workers with proven qualifications: alongside income, professional experience is checked.

Who it suits: qualified professionals working remotely

For highly qualified remote professionals
Income, insurance and work experience must be proven
The application is filed at the consulate of residence

EU Blue Card

The Italian Blue Card is issued within quotas and requires recognition of your degree — a step that takes longer than the application itself.

Who it suits: professionals with a recognised degree and an Italian contract

Higher education or recognised qualification
A contract with an Italian employer
Filed outside the decreto flussi quotas

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