Italy officially launched its Digital Nomad Visa on April 4, 2024, inviting non-EU remote workers to live and work in the country for up to a year, with the possibility of renewal. This initiative aims to attract highly skilled professionals who can perform their duties remotely using digital tools, whether as freelancers or employees of foreign companies

Can US citizens apply for the Italy Digital Nomad Visa?

Yes, US citizens can apply for the Italy Digital Nomad Visa. Indeed, to apply you must:

• Be a non-EU/EEA citizen.
• Work remotely as either:
  • A freelancer or consultant with foreign clients.
  • An employee of a company based outside Italy.
• Possess high professional qualifications, demonstrated by:
  • A three-year university degree.
  • A government-licensed profession.
  • Or at least five years of relevant professional experience.
• Have a minimum of six months of remote work experience.
• Earn an annual income of at least €28,000.
• Hold valid health insurance covering the entire duration of stay in Italy.
• Provide proof of accommodation in Italy.
• Have a clean criminal record for the past five years.

Required Documents for US Citizens

Looking into applying for the Italy Digital Nomad Visa? You should prepare the following documents:

• Completed visa application form.
• Valid passport with at least 15 months of validity and two blank pages.
• Proof of income (e.g., bank statements, tax returns).
• Employment contract or freelance agreements with non-Italian clients or employers.
• Proof of professional qualifications (e.g., degree certificates, licenses).
• Health insurance policy valid in Italy.
• Proof of accommodation (e.g., lease agreement, hotel booking).
• Criminal background check from your home country.

Application Process for US Nationals

Follow the below application process. To get support with your Italian Digital Nomad Visa application, feel free to contact us.

1. Gather all required documents.
2. Schedule an appointment at the Italian consulate or embassy in your jurisdiction.
3. Attend the appointment and submit your application along with the necessary documents.
4. Pay the visa application fee of €116.
5. Await processing, which typically takes between 30 to 60 days, but can extend up to 120 days.

Upon Arrival in Italy

• Apply for a residence permit (“permesso di soggiorno”) within 8 working days at the local police headquarters (Questura).
• Pay additional fees associated with the residence permit:
  • €30.46 for the electronic residence permit.
  • €50.00 contribution for the issuance of the residence permit.
  • €16.00 revenue stamp.

Bringing Family Members as a US Citizen holding a Italy Digital Nomad Visa

These are the rules that apply to family members once you obtain your Italy Digital Nomad Visa.

• Spouses and children under 18 can accompany the primary visa holder.
• Children over 18 and parents are not eligible to be sponsored under this visa.

Tax Considerations when applying for a Digital Nomad Visa in Italy

Once you become a Digital Nomad in Italy, certain tax rules apply:

• Freelancers will need to obtain a VAT number in Italy.
• All income earned while residing in Italy may be subject to Italian taxation.
• Consult with a tax professional to understand your obligations and any applicable tax treaties.

Path to Italian Permanent Residency and Citizenship

• After five years of continuous legal residency, you may apply for permanent residency.
• Citizenship is attainable after ten years of residency, subject to meeting other requirements.