Moving to Italy, prepared properly.
From the Elective Residence Visa to student and tourist visas, we help you understand the requirements, assemble the right documents, and present a complete, organized application to the Italian consulate.
Book a free consultationExplore visa typesElective Residence at a glance
- Stable passive incomePensions, annuities, rental or investment income
- A home in ItalyRegistered lease or property deed
- Health coverageValid in Italy and the Schengen area
- No employment in ItalyDesigned for retirees and independent means
Support for every kind of Italian visa
Whether you are visiting, studying, joining family or relocating for good, we help you identify the right visa and prepare a complete file.
Elective Residence
Retire or live in Italy on pensions, investments or other passive income.
Long stayStudent
University programs, exchange semesters and Italian language courses.
Long stayTourist
Schengen short-stay visas for travelers whose nationality requires one.
Up to 90 daysFamily
Joining a spouse or relative who is an Italian or EU citizen or resident.
Long stayDigital Nomad
Highly skilled remote workers employed or contracted outside Italy.
Long stayWork & Self-Employment
Employment and freelance or business activity in Italy.
Long stayInvestor
For significant investments in Italian companies, bonds or innovative startups.
Long stayBusiness & Other
Business trips, sport, religious and other short- or long-stay purposes.
Short or longWhat consulates typically ask for
The Elective Residence Visa (visto per residenza elettiva) is for non-EU citizens who want to move to Italy permanently and can support themselves without working. Each consulate sets its own checklist, but these are the documents most commonly requested.
Stable passive income
Documented, recurring income from pensions, annuities, property, trusts or investments. Consulates commonly expect at least about €31,000 per year per applicant. Salary is not counted.
Accommodation in Italy
A lease or property deed registered with the Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate).
Health insurance
A policy valid in Italy and the Schengen area, typically including emergency evacuation and repatriation.
Financial documentation
Official letters from banks and financial institutions, a summary of every income source, and recent tax returns.
Letter of intent
A personal letter explaining why you intend to move to Italy permanently.
Application & identity
National visa form, valid passport, photo, proof of residence in the consulate's jurisdiction and a travel reservation.
Spouses and dependent children may apply as well, provided income is sufficient for each person. Consulates can request additional documents, and a complete file does not guarantee a visa.
Guidance at every stage
Consultation
We review your goals, income, family situation and timeline, and tell you honestly which visa fits, or whether another route makes more sense.
Document procurement
A personalized checklist plus hands-on help obtaining what's needed: financial letters, income summaries, lease registration, certified translations and apostilles.
Application review
Before your appointment we check every page for completeness and consistency, so you arrive with an organized, well-prepared file.
Appointment preparation
Consulate appointments are booked through the official Prenot@mi system, where availability can be limited. We explain how the system works, help you set up your account correctly, and make sure your file is ready so you can book as soon as a slot opens.
Arrival in Italy
Guidance on applying for your residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) within 8 working days of arrival, your tax code (codice fiscale) and registration with your comune.
Translations & apostilles
Certified translations into Italian and apostilles on U.S. documents, coordinated as part of your file.
Five steps from first call to arrival
Consultation
Choose the right visa and plan your timeline.
Documents
Gather, translate and apostille what's required.
File review
A complete check before your appointment.
Consulate
Apply in person at your scheduled appointment.
Arrival
Residence permit and settling in Italy.
Please note: Italian One Stop Services is an independent consulting service. We are not affiliated with, and do not act on behalf of, any Italian consulate or government office. We have no special access to appointment slots, cannot reserve or guarantee consulate appointments, and all visa decisions are made solely by the consulate. Requirements vary by consulate and visa type and can change, so always confirm with your consulate's official website.
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This page provides general information and is not legal advice.