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The Italian Investors Visa is hands-down, our favorite Visa in Italy. It is a fast, flexible, no-strings attached option and it's not as expensive as you may think.
The Italian Investors Visa (often called a Golden Visa) is designed to attract Non-EU Citizens that have the capital to invest in an Italian company. In exchange for the investment, you, your spouse and all dependent children will be granted a Visa to live, work and play in Italy - without the need to move your taxable residency.
Since 2017, the Italian immigration law has made visas available for individuals who are able to invest in the Italian economy. Unlike other countries, this investment is tied to Italian businesses, not property. Italy wants funding for their Start-Ups and existing business to help them create jobs, research and development.
Furthermore, in 2020, they approved a reduction in the required investment to €500,000 and €250,000 for a start-up (half of what it was before). Making this incredibly flexible and valuable Visa accessible to many more people.
The Reason for the Investor Visa
You must be 18 years old at the time of the application
You must have a clear criminal record
You must invest in one of these four options
€500k in share capital of an Italian Limited Company or,
€250k into a designated Italian Start-Up company of your choice or,
€2 million invested in Italian bonds or,
€1 million donation to an Italian charity
We start with collecting all of the documents required to apply for the clearance and assist you in researching potential investment options. You are free to choose whichever investment you wish, and our team will help with on-the-ground research in Italy.
You do not need to make the investment until 3 months after you arrive in Italy.
There are four steps to the process which includes preparing your application, seeking approval from the Investors Visa Committee, and finally arriving on your Visa.
We must apply to the Investor Visa Committee for your clearance certificate which is called the Nulla Osta. This can take up to 30 days and is valid for six months. You do not need to be present in Italy through this process.
Once we have received the clearance, we can proceed to apply for your Visa.
Once we have received your Nulla Osta, and you are ready to move depart for Italy, we will apply at the local consulate for your Visa. This can take between 3 - 5 business days through a fast-track Investors Visa option. You may be required to attend the Consulate in your home country.
We must apply for your permesso di soggiorno within eight (8) days of your arrival in Italy. Our visa specialist will attend all appointments with you to ensure they are smooth and stress free.
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The Investor Visa is the key to unlock the door to Italy, but you need more.
Our Investor Visa assistance package considers every aspect of moving to Italy. This includes finding a rental or property purchase, registering for residency, connecting utilities, getting healthcare, finding schools, pre-consultations with our tax attorney to ensure your chosen region offers you the best tax advantages, and personal concierge for the first part of your arrival. Our specialists even assist with on-ground research on your identified investment.
No other agency can provide such a complete circle of services to a new arrival than Smart Move Italy.
Our community consistently tell us that they have never felt happier and healthier since their move, and are more convinced every day that moving to Italy was the right decision.
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Smart Move Italy is run by Samantha Wilson, one of the most respected relocation experts in Italy,
Samantha and her team of lawyers, accountants, property experts, engineers, architects, polyglots and residency experts have helped thousands of foreigners find the best pathway to Italy that suits their short and long term goals. We even speak 5 language including English, French, Italian, German and Mandarin.
Our Investor Visa team is complied of legal, tax and financial experts along with our world-class personal service, means you are in safe, experienced and trusted hands.
We understand every aspect of making the move to Italy, and it is our goal to make your journey as stress free as possible.
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