Investor visa

Visto per investitori

Residency in exchange for a qualifying investment in Italy.

Who it's for: High-net-worth individuals.

Requirements

€250,000 in an innovative Italian startup, or
€500,000 in an Italian limited company, or
€1,000,000 philanthropic donation, or
€2,000,000 in Italian government bonds (held for 2+ years)
Funds must come from abroad with documented origin; real estate does not qualify

Timeline: Nulla osta in about 30 days, then the visa; 2-year permit renewable for 3 years
Approximate cost: The investment plus legal fees
Can you work?: Yes
Path to permanent: EU long-term permit after 5 years, then citizenship after 10 years

Pros

Fast and outside the quotas
No minimum stay requirement

Cons

Large capital commitment
Property purchases do not count

Official source: investorvisa.mise.gov.it

General information as of autumn 2026, not legal advice. Requirements vary by consulate. Confirm with yours or with a licensed Italian immigration lawyer.