Italy: residency and taxes
A factual country brief: how strong the passport is, where it opens visa-free access, what the tax conditions are and what it takes to keep the status. How to obtain it and what it costs — on the program pages below.
Passport and travel freedom
| Passport power rank | 7 |
|---|---|
| Visa-free countries | 29 |
| Visa-free Schengen Area | Yes |
| Visa-free USA | No |
| Visa-free UK | No |
| Visa-free Australia | No |
| Visa-free Russia | No |
| Visa-free China | No |
| Right to live, study, and work in any EU country | No |
Status conditions and family
| Residing in the country after obtaining the status | 1 year (optional renewal) |
|---|---|
| Visit the country to submit biometrics | Yes |
| Participation of family members | Spouse, children |
| Adding new family members | Yes |
Programs in this country
Italy Residence Permit residence
Investment amount: From €250,000 Timeframe: 1-3 monthsItaly Residence Permit residence
Investment amount: From €75,000 Timeframe: 3-6 monthsConditions to obtain and keep
Legal residence in Italy for at least 10 years, proof of income, no serious criminal convictions, and knowledge of Italian at the B1 level. Dual citizenship is permitted.
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