Digital Nomad ITALY
- Newest immigration program in Italy
- For freelancers and remote professionals
- No quotas and waitlist for Nulla Osta
What is Digital nomad in Italy
A “digital nomad” is defined as a non-EU citizen performing qualified remote work in Italy, either as a freelancer or as an employee of a company based outside Italy.
Who is it suitable for
A “digital nomad” is defined as a non-EU citizen performing qualified remote work in Italy, either as a freelancer or as an employee of a company based outside Italy.
Who is it suitable for
- Remote employees
- Remote entrepreneurs and freelancers
- Those wishing to start a company in Italy
- Digital nomads not tied to a specific country
Advantages
- Digital Nomad Visa is the simplest relocation program to move to Italy among the existing options.
- The initial residence permit is issued for 1 year, with the possibility of obtaining permanent residency (PR) in Italy after 5 years.
- Unlike other types of Italian residence permits, the Digital Nomad Visa has no quotas.
- It does not require obtaining a Nulla Osta, which previously took over six months under other programs.
- There is no obligation to establish a legal entity in Italy.
- Knowledge of the Italian language is not required.
- It allows relocation with family members, including spouses and children under 18, as well as parents if certain requirements are met.
- Applications are processed through the Italian consulate in the applicant’s country of citizenship or residence.
Requirements for Italian Digital Nomad visa and Residence
- You must be a citizen of a country outside the European Union/Schengen Area.
- You need to prove that your monthly income is at least €2,350.
- You must provide evidence of at least 6 months of experience as a remote worker, freelancer, or digital nomad.
- Private Italian health insurance valid for one year is required.
- Income can come from either an employment contract or the provision of services.
- Proof of a clean criminal record is required.
- You must provide documentation confirming rental accommodation in Italy.
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FAQ
The application for the Italy Digital Nomad Visa is submitted to the Italian Consulate in the applicant’s country of citizenship or residence. The standard document package includes:
• Visa application form
• Passport
• Proof of remote work, such as employment contracts
• Proof of income, such as salary statements
• Bank account statement
• Health insurance
• Proof of registration in Italy, such as a rental agreement
• Receipt of payment for the visa fee
When submitting the visa application, applicants must pay a €112 visa fee and a €30 consular fee.
• Visa application form
• Passport
• Proof of remote work, such as employment contracts
• Proof of income, such as salary statements
• Bank account statement
• Health insurance
• Proof of registration in Italy, such as a rental agreement
• Receipt of payment for the visa fee
When submitting the visa application, applicants must pay a €112 visa fee and a €30 consular fee.
It is currently difficult to provide a definitive answer. Exact rules are expected to be published in the beginning of 2025. It is possible that Italy will introduce tax incentives or a simplified tax regime for digital nomads.
• Some sources suggest a flat tax rate of 20% might apply to digital nomads.
• However, Italy also has a progressive tax scale, which applies as follows:
• 23% on income up to €28,000 per year.
• 35% on income between €28,000 and €50,000 per year.
• 43% on income above €50,000 per year.
Additionally, Italy offers special tax regimes for certain groups:
• Under the Regime Forfettario, freelancers can pay a flat tax rate of 5% for the first 5 years, followed by 15%, provided their annual income does not exceed €85,000 .
• Other incentives include a 50% tax break for new residents (as of 2024) for up to 5 years, applicable to incomes below €600,000 annually .
Digital nomads should also consider social contributions, which can be around 30% for self-employed individuals
• Some sources suggest a flat tax rate of 20% might apply to digital nomads.
• However, Italy also has a progressive tax scale, which applies as follows:
• 23% on income up to €28,000 per year.
• 35% on income between €28,000 and €50,000 per year.
• 43% on income above €50,000 per year.
Additionally, Italy offers special tax regimes for certain groups:
• Under the Regime Forfettario, freelancers can pay a flat tax rate of 5% for the first 5 years, followed by 15%, provided their annual income does not exceed €85,000 .
• Other incentives include a 50% tax break for new residents (as of 2024) for up to 5 years, applicable to incomes below €600,000 annually .
Digital nomads should also consider social contributions, which can be around 30% for self-employed individuals
Yes, you can bring with you a spouse and children under 18. Under certain conditions, parents who are financially dependent could also accompany you.
It is important to understand that this program is innovative for Italy.
• No quotas: Unlike the freelancer visa in Italy, which is limited to only 700 quotas per year, the Digital Nomad Visa has no such restrictions.
• No need for Nulla Osta: Unlike other visas, the Digital Nomad Visa does not require obtaining a Nulla Osta — a special permit confirming that a quota has been allocated to you. Typically, obtaining a Nulla Osta takes over six months.
• Lower income requirements: The minimum monthly income requirement is only €2,350, which is lower compared to neighboring countries.
• Schengen travel: With an Italian residence permit, you can travel visa-free across all Schengen Agreement countries.
• Italy’s appeal: Mediterranean climate, relaxed pace of life, exquisite cuisine, and Italy’s rich cultural heritage make it an attractive destination.
• No quotas: Unlike the freelancer visa in Italy, which is limited to only 700 quotas per year, the Digital Nomad Visa has no such restrictions.
• No need for Nulla Osta: Unlike other visas, the Digital Nomad Visa does not require obtaining a Nulla Osta — a special permit confirming that a quota has been allocated to you. Typically, obtaining a Nulla Osta takes over six months.
• Lower income requirements: The minimum monthly income requirement is only €2,350, which is lower compared to neighboring countries.
• Schengen travel: With an Italian residence permit, you can travel visa-free across all Schengen Agreement countries.
• Italy’s appeal: Mediterranean climate, relaxed pace of life, exquisite cuisine, and Italy’s rich cultural heritage make it an attractive destination.
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