Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: Italy offers Investor, Startup, and Self-Employment visas to attract foreign capital and entrepreneurial talent. These pathways lead to temporary residency, enabling non-EU citizens to invest in Italian businesses, government bonds, or launch innovative startups.
Eligibility: Requires significant investment (€250K-€2M) in innovative startups, Italian companies, bonds, or philanthropy, OR an approved innovative startup business plan with sufficient funds and potentially incubator support.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 24 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: Yes
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://investorvisa.mise.gov.it/index.php/en/
Summary: Italy's Investor & Startup Visas attract foreign capital and talent. Investor Visa requires significant investment. Startup Visa targets innovative entrepreneurs with an approved business plan. Both grant temporary residency.