Italy Digital Nomad Visa

Frequently asked questions

• How do I get a Remote Work Visa to Italy?

  Foreigners get Digital Nomad Visas if they prove an income of €32,400+ per year and their work is remote. They must also show savings of €30,000+ and buy or rent real estate in Italy.

  The visa enables one to acquire an Italian residence permit for a year with the possibility of an extension for another two years.

• Does Italy offer a Digital Nomad Visa?

  In 2024, Italy launched the Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers. It allows non-EU citizens to obtain a residence permit for a year, with the possibility of an extension.

  Digital nomads must demonstrate an income from outside Italy of €32,400+ per year, show savings of €30,000+, and rent or buy property. They can include their spouse, children under 18, and parents in the application.

• What is the tax rate for digital nomads in Italy?

  Italy’s digital nomad taxes are levied under the general tax system, meaning digital nomads pay the same taxes as other residents. The income tax rate is calculated on a progressive scale of 24 to 43% and depends on the taxpayer’s annual earnings.

• What is the Digital Nomad Visa?

  The Digital Nomad Visa provides a way for those who work remotely to obtain a residence permit in the country. Such visas are valid in many countries, including Malta, Cyprus, and Portugal.

  Italy is also launching its Digital Nomad Visa in 2024. To obtain a residence permit, foreigners must confirm an income of €32,400+ per year, demonstrate savings of €30,000+, and buy or rent real estate.

  The advantages of an Italian residence permit for digital nomads include the possibility of renewing it an unlimited number of times and the opportunity to obtain citizenship. For comparison, the maximum period for a Digital Nomad visa in Malta is four years.

• What are the benefits of an Italian Digital Nomad Visa?

  A residence permit in Italy allows travel to the Schengen countries without a visa, access to quality education and medical care, and entry to the country even when the borders are closed to tourists.

  After 5 years, foreigners can apply for permanent residence permits and, after another 5 years, for citizenship.

• What is the difference between a long-term D visa and a Digital Nomad Visa for Italy?

  The Digital Nomad Visa is a subtype of the national long-term D visa. Such visas are issued for more than six months and allow you to obtain a residence permit in the country.

• How does a residence permit in Italy for self-employed people differ from a Digital Nomad Visa?

  A residence permit in Italy for the self-employed implies that the foreigner will conduct independent business activities in Italy. The Digital Nomad Visa is suitable for those who work remotely.

• What is the cost of a Digital Nomad Visa in Italy?

  Costs for a residence permit include the expenses for renting or purchasing real estate and related fees.

  When adding relatives to the application, the requirement for savings increases by €3,500—4,000 per family member.

• How to obtain PR and citizenship after nomad residence in Italy?

  Digital nomads obtain permanent residency after living in Italy for 5 years. However, they can only leave the country for up to 6 months in a row and 10 months in total.

  Italian citizenship is issued after 5 years of residing with a permanent residence permit. One can leave the country for up to 10 months for the entire period.