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Residence permit in Italy
for investment
For investment programs in innovative projects, companies, government funds and charity
Residence Permit in Italy by Investment: The Complete Guide from Get Passport
Obtaining a residence permit in Italy through investment is a unique opportunity for investors to open new horizons for business, improve their quality of life and travel freely across the Schengen area. The Italian residence permit program for investment attracts entrepreneurs from all over the world due to its flexible conditions and many advantages. In this article, we will tell you in detail about the program, its requirements, stages of registration and key benefits for investors and their families.
Advantages of Residence Permit in Italy
Key parameters of the Italian residence permit program for investments
- desMinimum investment amount: from € 250 000.
- Investment options: 4 options to choose from.
- Processing time: from 4 months.
- Citizenship: available after 10 years of residence in the country.
The Investor Visa program for Italy was launched in 2017 and has been successfully attracting foreign investors since then. From 2018 to 2022, 131 investors received an Italian residence permit. It is important to note that since 2022, citizens of Russia and Belarus cannot participate in the program, even if they have a second citizenship.
Investment options
Italy offers several options for participation in the program:
1. Investments in startups
from € 250 000
Investment in innovative projects approved by the government. The investor must provide a business plan.
2. Investments in operating companies
from € 500 000
Purchase of shares of Italian companies registered and operating in the country.
3. Charitable donations
from € 1 000 000
Support for projects in the fields of culture, education, science and art.
4. Purchase of government bonds
from € 2 000 000
Investments in government securities with a storage obligation of at least 2 years.
Who can obtain a residence permit in Italy by investment?
The program is designed for wealthy foreigners willing to invest in the Italian economy. Basic requirements for applicants:
- Age: over 18 years old.
- Citizenship: not an EU citizen.
- Income: legal source of funds outside Italy.
- No criminal record.
- Have health insurance.
You can include family members in your application:
- Spouse.
- Children under 17 (or over 18 if they are financially dependent and not married).
- Parents over 65 if they are dependent.
Step-by-step process for obtaining a residence permit
Calculation of the cost of a residence permit in Italy
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Frequently asked questions
No, real estate does not give the right to residency, but it is a mandatory condition for residence.
After 10 years of legal residence in the country.
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