Visa for Startups & Entrepreneurs
Visa for Startups & Entrepreneurs
At EMIT Law we provide legal services and assistance in all areas related to Italian immigration. Our team comprises certified lawyers, tax advisors, and multilingual immigration consultants, ensuring that all necessary permits and visas are obtained smoothly, enabling you and your family to reside and work in Italy.
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We assist clients throughout the entire process, starting from the preliminary work to the final collection of the residence permit.
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Learn About the Pathways to Obtain Italy's Startup/Entrepreneur Visa and Permits
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Italy offers several visa and residence permit options for non-EU innovators and entrepreneurs who wish to join the Italian startup ecosystem to establish their original business.
In 2014, the Decree of the Minister of Economic Development introduced the Italy Startup Visa (ISV) to attract and retain innovative entrepreneurs (companies must meet the conditions set forth by law 221/2012) from all over the world. Here’s an overview of common pathways for startups and entrepreneurs to obtain Italian visas and residence permits:​​​​​​
Italy Startup Visa (Visto per Imprenditori Innovativi)
Italy startup visa is aimed at non-EU innovators who wish to establish a startup business in Italy, particularly in the innovative sector or to join an already established startup company in Italy. Startup visas are subject on the availability of annual immigration quotas set by the Italian government.
Italy Self-employment Visa
for Entrepreneurs
To encourage foreign investments, the Italian government has announced the option to apply for a self-employment visa for entrepreneurs who wish to execute an investment plan beneficial to the Italian economy. This initiative requires a minimum investment of €500,000 and the creation of at least three new jobs in Italy.
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