The Digital Nomad Visa is a residence permit intended for non-EU remote workers, allowing them to live legally in Italy while working for foreign companies or running their own online business.

REQUIREMENTS FOR OBTAINING THE DIGITAL NOMAD VISA

• Remote work: you must be a remote worker, meaning someone who can do your work regardless of location, usually using digital tools;
• Proof of employment: one must provide documentation of working with a foreign company, activity as a freelancer or digital entrepreneur;
• Minimum income: a minimum income is required, which must be sufficient to support yourself and your family members during your stay in Italy. the exact amount may vary and is verified with the relevant authorities;
• Health insurance: you must have health insurance coverage valid in Italy for the entire period of your stay;
• Housing: you must prove that you have adequate housing in Italy during your stay;
• No criminal record: you must provide a certificate of good conduct or a criminal record certificate from your home country;

OBTAINING PROCEDURE

• Fill out the visa application form;
• Prepare documentation proving the employment relationship or your work activity;
• Provide proof of the required minimum income;
• Obtain a health insurance policy valid in Italy;
• Obtain a certificate of good conduct or a criminal record certificate, if required;

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Submit your application to the Italian consulate or embassy in your country of residence. In some cases it is possible to submit the application online.

• possible application for payment of fees

EVALUATION OF THE APPLICATION

Italian authorities will review your application. This process can take several weeks.

RECEIPT OF VISA

If your application is approved, you will receive a Digital Nomad Visa. This visa will allow you to enter Italy and stay for a specified period.

REGISTRATION IN ITALY

After arriving in Italy, you will have to register at the local immigration office (Questura) and obtain a residence permit, which will confirm your status as a Digital Nomad.
The duration of the Digital Nomad Visa in Italy can vary, but it is generally issued for an initial period of up to one year.
However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind:

VISA DURATION.

The visa is generally issued for a period of one year.

• The Digital Nomad Visa can be renewed as long as you continue to meet the initial requirements. Renewal must be applied for before your current visa expires, usually at least 60 days prior to expiration;