Italy
A two-year investor visa for non-EU citizens investing in specified strategic assets in Italy.
Why consider Italy be on the shortlist?
A two-year investor visa for non-EU citizens investing in specified strategic assets in Italy.
Outcome
No direct citizenship. Long-term residence and naturalisation follow separate Italian laws and residence requirements.
Application channel
The Investor Visa Committee’s online process precedes consular visa and residence-permit steps.
Current routes to examine first.
Innovative startup
€250,000 in an Italian innovative startup.
Italian limited company
€500,000 in an Italian limited company.
Philanthropy
€1 million in a qualifying philanthropic initiative.
Government bonds
€2 million in Italian government bonds.
Family
Family residence may be available through the relevant Italian immigration rules.
Residence / physical presence
The investor visa is issued for two years initially; renewal and residence compliance are separate questions.
Points to consider
Before recommending any programme, screen citizenships held, residence history, source of wealth, source of funds, PEP/sanctions exposure, prior visa or immigration refusals, criminal/regulatory issues and family eligibility.
Due-diligence processOfficial programme source
Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy — Investor Visa
Official programme requirements are confirmed against the relevant government source for each engagement.
See Italy beside the alternatives.
Use the comparison table or programme finder before selecting the jurisdiction.