Visa for Startups & Entrepreneurs
Visa for Startups & Entrepreneurs
EMIT is an information and support service focused on Italian immigration procedures. This service provides guidance across different areas of immigration, helping users to understand requirements related to permits, visas, and residence in Italy.
Multilingual support may be available to facilitate access to information and documentation. Support is offered throughout the main stages of the process, from the initial preparation to the final steps involved in obtaining a residence permit, with the aim of helping users organize their application materials clearly and effectively.
Learn About the Pathways to Obtain Italy's Startup/Entrepreneur Visa and Permits
Italy offers several visa and residence permit options for non-EU innovators and entrepreneurs who wish to join the Italian startup ecosystem to establish their original business.
In 2014, the Decree of the Minister of Economic Development introduced the Italy Startup Visa (ISV) to attract and retain innovative entrepreneurs (companies must meet the conditions set forth by law 221/2012) from all over the world. Here’s an overview of common pathways for startups and entrepreneurs to obtain Italian visas and residence permits:
Italy Startup Visa (Visto per Imprenditori Innovativi)
Italy startup visa is aimed at non-EU innovators who wish to establish a startup business in Italy, particularly in the innovative sector or to join an already established startup company in Italy. Startup visas are subject on the availability of annual immigration quotas set by the Italian government.
Italy Self-employment Visa
for Entrepreneurs
To encourage foreign investments, the Italian government has announced the option to apply for a self-employment visa for entrepreneurs who wish to execute an investment plan beneficial to the Italian economy. This initiative requires a minimum investment of €500,000 and the creation of at least three new jobs in Italy.
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Experience and knowledge are important when dealing with immigration matters. With practical experience in Italian immigration procedures, support is provided in a clear and structured way to help individuals understand their options and next steps.
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