View the full digital nomad guide for Italy
Italy
Rome
Italy Updates Citizenship Declaration Deadlines
The Italian government has extended the deadline for eligible minors of Italian descent to file 'benefit-of-law' citizenship declarations until May 31, 2029. This extension provides more time for expat families with Italian heritage to secure EU passports and eases the administrative burden on consulates.
Italy Updates Digital Nomad Visa Guidelines
New guidance confirms a €28,000 annual income requirement for Italy's digital nomad visa with no application quotas. Holders are prohibited from working for Italian entities and must provide proof of accommodation upon arrival to maintain residency status.
Italy Updates Consular Services and Digital Processing
Law No. 11/2026 introduces significant reforms to Italian consular services, promising faster passport renewals and more predictable visa processing times. The update also digitizes document legalization and integrates consular data with tax and pension systems for smoother administrative handling.
Italy Updates Residency Rules for Welfare Benefits
The EU Court of Justice has ruled against Italy's 10-year residency requirement for welfare benefits. Non-EU residents with at least five-year permits can now access social support regardless of their actual time lived in the country, significantly lowering the barrier for long-term foreign workers.
Navigating Italy's Spring Aviation Strikes
Travelers in Southern Europe should check for 'secondary strikes' often triggered by these actions. If you have tight connections in Italy this month, reconfirm your flight status 48 hours in advance and avoid booking budget carriers that do not offer robust re-accommodation during strikes.
Understanding Italy's Non-Seasonal Work Quotas
Italy has launched its 2026 'Click Day' under the Decreto Flussi, offering 75,000 work permits for non-seasonal employment. These permits are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and require an Italian employer to submit applications for foreign workers.
Italy opens its doors with a new Digital Nomad Visa
Italy has finalized its digital nomad visa for highly skilled non-EU citizens, requiring a minimum annual income of €28,000. Applicants must provide proof of remote employment, health insurance, and suitable accommodation to qualify for the one-year renewable permit.