🇮🇹 Italy Residency:

Italy offers various residency options for investors, entrepreneurs, retirees, and professionals. The country provides an attractive tax regime for HNWIs and business owners looking to establish residency.

Visa Options:

  • Investor Visa

    • Requires a minimum investment of €250,000 in an Italian start-up or €500,000 in an Italian company.

    • Provides long-term residency benefits for investors and their families.

  • Digital Nomad Visa

    • Designed for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who want to live in Italy while working for a foreign company.

    • Requires proof of stable income and compliance with Italy’s tax regulations.

  • Elective Residence Visa

    • Ideal for financially independent individuals seeking to reside in Italy.

    • Applicants must show proof of sufficient passive income to support their stay.

    Benefits:

    1. Access to the EU & Schengen Zone

    • Residency allows visa-free travel across 26 Schengen countries.

    • After 5 years, residents can apply for permanent residency and, after 10 years, for Italian citizenship.

    2. Investor-Friendly Tax Benefits

    • Flat Tax Regime: HNWIs can opt for a €200K annual tax cap on worldwide income for up to 15 years.

    • No wealth tax on foreign assets for those under the flat tax regime.

    • Special tax incentives for expats and retirees, including a 7% flat tax for pensioners relocating to southern Italy.

    3. High Quality of Life

    • Renowned food, culture, fashion, and scenic landscapes.

    • Excellent healthcare system, ranked among the best in the world.

    • Affordable cost of living compared to other major European cities.