Italy Investor Visa Program
Secure Italian residency through strategic business investments. Access world-class lifestyle with powerful tax advantages for high-net-worth individuals.
2024 Tax Update
The flat-tax regime for new residents has been increased to €200,000/year (from €100K). Existing beneficiaries are grandfathered at the €100K rate.
Investment Routes
Innovative Startup
€250,000
Equity investment in an innovative Italian startup company.
- Lowest investment threshold
- Support Italian innovation
- Higher risk, higher potential return
Italian Company
€500,000
Equity investment in any Italian company (public or private).
- Wide range of options
- Can invest via managed funds
- Diversified portfolio possible
Government Bonds
€2,000,000
Investment in Italian government bonds with 2-year minimum hold.
- Lowest risk option
- Sovereign guarantee
- Capital preservation focus
Alternative Route: Philanthropic Donation
€1,000,000 donation to a public interest project (culture, education, immigration management, etc.)
Non-recoverable donation supporting Italian public welfare
Key Program Facts at a Glance
Processing Time
3-6 Months
Min. Investment
€250,000
Stay Requirement
None
Family Inclusion
Yes
Citizenship Path
After 10 Years
Exceptional Flat-Tax Regime
Italy offers one of Europe's most attractive tax regimes for high-net-worth individuals relocating to Italy.
€200,000/year
Flat annual tax on all foreign-sourced income
Valid for up to 15 years
Key Benefits:
- Predictable tax liability: No matter how much foreign income you earn, pay only €200K annually
- Family extension: Add dependent family members for €25,000 each
- 15-year duration: Long-term tax certainty for wealth planning
- Exemption from: Foreign wealth tax, inheritance/gift tax on foreign assets, monitoring obligations
2024 Update: Rate increased from €100K to €200K for new applicants. There are proposals to raise it to €300K from 2026.
Other Italian Tax Benefits:
- • Pensioner regime: 7% flat tax on foreign pensions (southern Italy)
- • Impatriati regime: 50-70% tax exemption on Italian employment income for 5 years
Path to Italian Citizenship
The Italian Investor Visa provides a clear path to EU citizenship after 10 years of continuous residency.
Initial 2-Year Permit
Receive investor visa after obtaining nulla osta and completing investment
Renewable Periods
Renew for 3-year periods as long as investment maintained
Permanent Residency
Eligible for EU long-term resident status after 5 years
Citizenship Eligible
Apply for Italian citizenship with language proficiency and integration
Residency Benefits:
- • No minimum stay to maintain permit
- • Full access to Italian healthcare & education
- • Schengen Area travel freedom
- • Family reunification rights
- • Right to live, work, and study in Italy
Italian Citizenship Benefits:
- • Full EU citizenship and passport
- • Dual citizenship allowed
- • Live/work anywhere in EU/EEA
- • World-class quality of life
- • Rich cultural heritage access
Available Investment Opportunities in Italy
Explore curated Italian company investments and managed fund platforms that qualify for the Investor Visa program.
The Italian Advantage
Beyond the investment and tax benefits, Italy offers an unparalleled quality of life combining world-class culture, cuisine, healthcare, and climate.
Rich Heritage
UNESCO sites & art
World Cuisine
Culinary excellence
Top Healthcare
Universal coverage
Mediterranean
Perfect climate
Find Your Italian Investment Match
Discover Italian investment opportunities tailored to your goals and unlock exceptional tax benefits while enjoying la dolce vita.
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