Are You Eligible for Italy’s Golden Visa? Take the Test.
Italy’s Investor Visa is one of Europe’s most accessible residency-by-investment programs — with investment options starting from €250,000, no minimum stay requirement, and a straightforward approval process with no current backlogs. Before you take the next step, use this short test to confirm whether you meet the core criteria.
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Who Can Apply for the Italy Golden Visa?
The Italy Golden Visa is open to non-EU/EEA nationals who can demonstrate a qualifying investment and a clean financial and legal profile. Here’s what the Italian government looks for:
- Age — You must be at least 18 years old.
- Nationality — Open to all non-EU/EEA citizens. Note: Russian and Belarusian nationals (including dual nationals) have been suspended from the program since July 2023.
- Investment capacity — You must be able to commit to one of four qualifying investment routes: €250,000 in an Italian innovative startup, €500,000 in an Italian limited company, €1,000,000 in a philanthropic donation, or €2,000,000 in government bonds.
- Proof of funds — You’ll need a bank letter confirming your funds are lawfully acquired and comply with international anti-money laundering standards.
- Clean criminal record — Police certificates from every country where you’ve lived for more than 6 months over the last 10 years.
- Health insurance — A valid policy covering the entire Schengen Area with minimum coverage of €30,000.
- Family members — Spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents can be included in your application.
Not sure if you tick all the boxes? That’s exactly what this test is for.
