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Italy digital nomad visa

For entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, freelancers and remote employees of foreign companies. A 1-year visa with the option to renew.

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1 yearvisa term, renewable

€28,000/yrminimum income, ≈€2,333/mo

15%tax

Italy is open to digital nomads: entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, freelancers and employees of companies registered abroad who work remotely.

Visa requirements

The Italy digital nomad visa is issued for 1 year and can be renewed.

Who can apply

Entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, freelancers and remote employees of companies registered abroad.

Income requirements

You need to show an annual income of at least €28,000 - roughly €2,333 per month. The threshold was set by an interministerial decree in April 2024 and equals three times the minimum income for exemption from healthcare cost sharing. Moving with family raises the bar: €34,087 per year with a spouse, plus €1,550 per year for each child.

There is no separate savings requirement, but you will need health insurance with coverage of at least €30,000.

Taxes

The tax rate is 15%.

On a free consultation we will check whether this visa fits your case and help you prepare the documents.

Why consider Italy's digital nomad visa

A 1-year visa, renewable

The permit is issued for 1 year and can be renewed as long as you meet the requirements.

Moderate tax

The tax rate for visa holders is 15%.

Affordable cost of living

A family of four needs about $3,000 a month excluding rent; a single person about $800. A one-bedroom apartment in a city center costs around $1,000 a month.

FAQ

What income do I need for the Italy nomad visa?

At least €28,000 a year, roughly €2,333 a month. With a spouse the bar rises to €34,087 a year, plus €1,550 a year for each child. These thresholds come from the inter-ministerial decree of April 2024.

Who can get the Italian digital nomad visa?

Entrepreneurs, self-employed people, freelancers and remote employees of companies registered outside Italy. The key point is that you work remotely for a foreign employer or foreign clients, not for an Italian company.

How much tax will I pay in Italy?

The rate quoted for this route is 15%. What you actually pay depends on how your activity is structured and where you are tax resident. Model it with a tax adviser before you move.

Do I need insurance for the Italy nomad visa?

Yes, health insurance with cover of at least €30,000, valid for your whole stay. There is no separate savings requirement.

How long is the Italian nomad visa valid?

It is issued for one year and can be renewed. Renewal rests on the same evidence: income, insurance and accommodation. Implementing rules are refined from time to time, so check the current requirements before filing.

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