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Italia Startup Visa
- Processing
- Committee review within 30 days
- Cost
- From €216
- Validity
- 1-year visa
Expedited self-employment visa for non-EU founders launching an innovative startup in Italy. A centralised committee reviews the business plan outside the standard self-employment quotas.
Requirements
- Plan to establish (or join) an innovative startup meeting Italy’s Startup Act criteria
- At least EUR 50,000 in liquid, immediately available funds for a new startup (EUR 100,000 to join an existing one)
- Clear, documented business plan and use of funds
- Company to be registered in the special section of the Business Register
Time and cost
- Processing time
- Committee review within 30 days, then visa in a few weeks
- Validity
- 1-year visa, converted to a renewable startup residence permit
- Cost
From €216
Required
- €116 national visa fee
- About €100 to €130 residence permit costs
- Path to residency
- Renewable while the startup is active; counts toward EU long-term residence after 5 years
Documents
Valid passport
Valid for the intended stay
Business plan
Detailing the innovative startup and its funding
Proof of funds
Certified bank statement showing liquid capital
Nulla osta / clearance certificate
Issued by the Italia Startup Visa Committee
Letter of support (optional) (if it applies)
From a certified incubator, accelerator or Italian investor
Tips
- Applications go through the centralised Italia Startup Visa online desk, not individual consulates
- Backing from an incubator or accelerator may support the application
- The permit renews annually while the company stays active and compliant