Italy Investor Visa

ITALY

Minimum Investment
€500,000

Residency in
6-9 Months

Fast-Track Residence Visa
6-9 Months

Visa Free Travel
within schengen area

Minimum Investment
€500,000

Residency in
3-4 Months

Italy Investor Visa Program

This program is designed to attract foreign investment and stimulate economic growth. By investing in government-approved funds within the hospitality industry, eligible applicants and their families can obtain residency permits, granting them the right to live & work in Italy whilst being able to travel freely within the Schengen Area.

Legal Basis

The Italy Investor Visa was introduced to attract individuals of impeccable standing and repute who seek residency in Italy through investment. Under this Italy Residency by Investment program, applicants can obtain Italian residency by making a qualifying investment, which includes options such as purchasing government bonds, investing in innovative startups, or contributing to strategic projects. Successful applicants and their qualified dependents enjoy the right to reside, settle, and stay indefinitely in Italy, along with visa-free travel within the Schengen Area through their Italian residency permit.

Where is Malta?

Residency Benefits

  • Accelerated Processing: Residency permits issued within 2 to 3 months in comparison to other EU programs;
  • Investment upon Residence Permit Issuance: No upfront financial commitment required. Investment to be made within 60 days of residence permit issuance;
  • No Residency or Language Requirements: No mandatory physical stay or language test.
  • Long-Term Residency: EU residency card valid for 5 years (renewable), with eligibility for permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship in 10 years;
  • Visa-Free Travel: Freedom of movement within the Schengen Area;
  • Access to Education & Healthcare: High-quality European education and healthcare systems;
  • Business Opportunities: Access to Italy’s growing economy and EU market;
  • Investors are assured 3% guaranteed returns with a minimum lock-in period of 5 years.

Residency Requirements

Option 1

Real Estate Acquisition

Applicant is required to purchase a property for a minimum value of €300,000.

Option 2

Rental Agreement

Alternatively, the applicant may also choose to rent a property for a minimum rental value of €10,000 on 5 year contract.

The Pros & Cons:​

The Pros​

✔ Fast-Track Processing: One of the fastest EU residency program.

✔ Fast-Track Processing: One of the fastest EU residency program.

✔ Dual Benefit: Secure financial returns while gaining a clear pathway to residency and citizenship.

The Cons

✖ Longer Naturalization Period: Citizenship eligibility takes 10 years;

Eligibility Requirements

Antigua & Barbuda passport

No Criminal Record

Antigua & Barbuda passport

Good Health

Proof of annual income of €100,000 or Capital €500,000

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Home purchase min. €300,000 / Rent min. €10,000

Antigua & Barbuda passport

One-time Gov't Fee

Antigua & Barbuda passport

Donation to local approved charity

Malta Residency Card

Application Steps And Timeline

Case Preparation & Entry Permit Application

  • • Document Collection, Case Assessment & Case Preparation – Initial assessment call, document and case preparation.

  • • Entry Permit Application – Submission of supporting documents to the Investor Visa Committee for issuance of initial 2-year entry permit.

Investor Visa Approval & Entry to Italy

  • • Investor Entry Visa Application – Client collects the Investor entry visa from the Italian Embassy/Consulate.

  • • Entrance in Italy & Residence Permit Application – Client arrives in Italy and applies for the Residence Permit.

Investment Execution & Residence Card

  • • Execution of the Investment – Client invests €500,000 into Dolce Visa SICAF within 90 days of entering Italy.

  • • Residence Card Issuance – Client receives the Italian Residence Card upon completion of Investment.

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