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Italy Digital Nomad Visa
Digital Nomad Visa
Italy’s digital nomad visa launched in 2024 for “highly skilled” non-EU remote workers and freelancers. It has one of Europe’s lower income thresholds and grants Schengen access plus a renewable residence permit.
Income requirement
At least €28,000/year (about €2,333/month) — roughly 3× the minimum level for healthcare exemption.
How long it lasts
Up to 1 year, renewable, and convertible to a residence permit (carta di soggiorno).
Processing time
Typically a few weeks to a couple of months at the consulate.
Cost
Around €116 for the visa plus residence-permit costs after arrival.
Almost every nomad visa needs health insurance
Most applications require proof of valid medical cover for your whole stay. Nomad-friendly travel insurance is the simplest way to meet it.
Get nomad travel insuranceItaly digital nomad visa requirements
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality, classed as a highly skilled worker
- Annual income of at least €28,000
- At least 6 months’ experience as a remote worker or freelancer for non-Italian clients
- Health insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage for the full stay
- Proof of accommodation and a clean record
How to get a digital nomad visa in Italy
- 1Confirm you meet the “highly skilled” criteria (qualification or relevant experience)
- 2Gather income proof, contracts, insurance and accommodation documents
- 3Apply at an Italian consulate in your country of residence
- 4Within 8 days of arriving in Italy, apply for your residence permit (permesso di soggiorno)
Cost
Around €116 for the visa plus residence-permit costs after arrival.
Money proof
At least €28,000/year (about €2,333/month) — roughly 3× the minimum level for healthcare exemption.
Tax — read before you commit
Italy offers favourable “impatriate” tax regimes for some new residents that can exempt a large share of income for several years; eligibility is specific, so take advice.
Set up for working remotely in Italy
Two things every nomad sorts on day one — data the moment you land, and a VPN for café and coworking WiFi.
Apply at the official source: Italy — visa portal (vistoperitalia.esteri.it)
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Plan my trip — freeItaly digital nomad visa — FAQs
What is the income requirement for Italy’s digital nomad visa?
At least €28,000 a year (about €2,333 per month) — one of the lowest thresholds in Western Europe — shown via contracts or bank statements covering the prior 6–12 months.
Who qualifies for Italy’s digital nomad visa?
Non-EU “highly skilled” remote workers and freelancers with a relevant qualification or experience, at least six months of remote-work history, and income of €28,000+.
Do I need health insurance for the Italy digital nomad visa?
Yes — private health insurance with at least €30,000 of coverage valid in Italy for your entire stay is mandatory.
Can the Italy digital nomad visa be renewed?
Yes — it’s issued for up to a year and is renewable, and it converts into a residence permit while you remain eligible.
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Last checked June 2026. Visa rules and income thresholds change often — many are tied to local wages and adjust yearly. This is general information, not legal or immigration advice; always confirm the current requirements at the official source above before applying or booking. Some links are affiliate links; Wavvia may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.