Italian Residence Permit for an Israeli Citizen via the Elective Residency Visa (Residenza Elettiva)

David, an Israeli citizen, entrepreneur, and owner of a diversified investment portfolio in Europe and the USA, decided to formalize his residence in Italy. For several years, he had divided his time between Tel Aviv, Zurich, and Rome, spending most of it in Italy, where he owns a property in the Tuscany region. Wishing to make Italy his primary base, David sought a legal pathway to reside in the country without engaging in employment.

Client Objective

David’s priority was to secure an Italian residence permit without the need to work or operate a business in Italy, while retaining the ability to:

• Live in Italy on a permanent basis
• Travel freely within the Schengen Zone
• Access Italy’s healthcare system and public services
• Maintain his tax residency outside of Italy

Why the Residenza Elettiva Visa Was the Perfect Fit

When evaluating immigration options, David was interested in solutions that required neither business activity nor direct investment in the local economy. The Italian Elective Residency Visa proved ideal because it:

• Requires no employment — designed for financially independent individuals living on passive income
• Benefits owners of overseas property and assets, especially when income is generated abroad
• Grants a residence permit with renewal options and a path to permanent residency
• Allowed David to leverage his existing property in Tuscany, simplifying document preparation and demonstrating long-term residency intent

Why the Application Was Filed from Israel

As an Israeli resident, David applied for the category D visa through the Italian Consulate in Tel Aviv, which offered:

• Direct communication with the consulate in his native language
• Local document preparation with legal guidance
• Streamlined logistics, including biometrics and submission, without the need to travel to a third country

The GARANT.in Process

1. Strategic Analysis

The GARANT.in legal team reviewed David’s income sources, tax status, and property portfolio. They confirmed that he met the visa’s requirements: passive annual income exceeding €35,000 and ownership of a residence in Italy.

2. Document Preparation

A complete application package was assembled, including:

• Bank statements, tax returns, and investment income reports
• Proof of property ownership in Italy
• A tailored motivation letter
• EU-compliant health insurance policy
• Criminal record certificate
• Certified translations and apostilles of all documents

Visa Submission and Approval

The application was submitted to the Italian Consulate in Tel Aviv. Within three weeks, David’s one-year type D visa was approved and placed in his passport.

He entered Italy within a month of issuance, registered at the local municipality to activate his visa, and applied for the permesso di soggiorno (residence permit card) at the local Questura.

Residence Permit Issuance

The process involved:

• Registering his address in Tuscany
• Scheduling an appointment at the immigration office (Questura)
• Providing the full documentation set: visa, passport, proof of address, insurance, and financial records
• Submitting biometric data
• Receiving a ricevuta — the temporary confirmation of his application

Six weeks later, David was issued his Residenza Elettiva residence permit card, valid for one year and renewable annually as long as the eligibility criteria are met.

Results & Benefits

• Legal residence in Italy while maintaining tax residency abroad
• Unrestricted travel across the Schengen Zone
• Access to Italy’s national healthcare system
• Resident status without the need for employment
• Strengthened ties to the European business community while retaining full mobility and investment flexibility

Client Testimonial

"Italy has always felt like home to me. Thanks to GARANT.in, I obtained legal residency without the need to run a business or work locally. This has opened new opportunities for my lifestyle and investments. I truly appreciate the precise, well-managed approach at every stage of the process."

If you are a financially independent individual seeking to live in one of Europe’s most beautiful countries, the Residenza Elettiva visa can be your gateway to a legal and secure life in Italy. GARANT.in will provide expert guidance at every step of the way.