Innovative startup
€250,000
Equity in an Italian innovative startup.
Overview
Italy's Investor Visa is aimed at investors who want to support Italian businesses, innovation or public causes. It leads to a 2-year residence permit, renewable for 3 years at a time, with visa-free Schengen travel and the right to work and start a business in Italy.
Investment options
Choose your route
Italian company
€500,000
Equity in an Italian limited company.
Philanthropic donation
€1,000,000
Non-refundable donation to a public-interest project in culture, education, immigration management, research or heritage.
Government bonds
€2,000,000
Italian government bonds held for at least 2 years.
Costs
What to budget for
Also budget for
- Government and application feesSet by the government; they rise with each family member included.
- Due diligenceBackground checks, charged for each adult applicant.
- Professional and legal feesFor preparing and filing your application.
- Ongoing costsSuch as health insurance, property upkeep or renewals.
Costs depend on who is included. We give you the exact figure for your family in writing after a free consultation.
Benefits
What you gain
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
Live, work and start a business in Italy
Family included
Clearance decision targeted within 30 days
Flat-tax regime available for new residents (subject to conditions)
Renewable permit
Travel reach
Where this takes you
Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen countries
Up to 90 days in any 180. This does not include the right to live or work in other EU countries.
Family
Who can come with you
Main applicantEligible
Spouse or partnerEligible
ChildrenEligible
ParentsEligible
GrandparentsNot included
SiblingsNot included
Spouse, children under 18, dependent adult children and dependent parents (conditions apply)
Process
How the application works
Week 1
Free consultation
We match the right route to your goals.
Weeks 2–6
Nulla osta application
Online clearance from the Investor Visa Committee.
Months 2–4
Visa and investment
Investor visa issued; investment made within 3 months of arrival.
About 3–6 months
Residence permit
2-year permit, then 3-year renewals.
Requirements
What you need to apply
Proof of lawful funds for the investment and sufficient means to support yourself
Clean criminal record
Health insurance
Things to know before you apply
- —Eligibility depends on the passport you hold today; we check this on your first call.
- —The investment must be maintained to renew the permit.
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FAQs
Questions, answered
Speak to an adviser about Italy Investor Visa
A free 30-minute call to confirm the route, costs and timeline for your family.
Book a consultationLast reviewed 5 Oct 2026. Figures are indicative and exclude fees unless stated. Programme rules change; we confirm current terms in writing before you commit.