Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Italy (RBI)

Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Italy (RBI)

Rankings

Overall ranking: 6th  (score: 89.10)

  • Procedure: 3rd
  • Mobility: 1st
  • Tax Optimization: 7th
  • Quality of Life: 10th
  • Investment: 14th

Country Information

Legal Provision 

Region 

Europe

Minimum investment threshold 

€250,000

Year of inception 

2017

Visa-free countries 

182

Investment options 

Investment in Italian government bonds, an Italian company, an innovative startup or a donation to public interest

Physical presence requirements 

No mandatory residency requirements

Family member inclusion 

The main applicant can include their spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents in the application.

Dual citizenship allowed 

Yes

Path to citizenship  

Eligibility to apply for citizenship after 10 years of continuous residence, with specific conditions

Average processing time  

2 - 3 months for Nulla Osta approval plus 30 – 60 days for visa issuance after consular appointment