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residence by investment
Residenza Elettiva is a national visa for applicants who can live on stable private resources such as pensions, dividends, rent or interest. Approximately €31,000 a year for one applicant is only a starting orientation: the consulate assesses whether the resources are ample and continuous for the household. Suitable accommodation must be secured before filing.
Calculate your budget
- Passive resources
- approximately €31,000 / year
- Indicative timeline
- about 6 months
- Initial status
- 1 year
- Long-term residence
- after 5 qualifying years
Investment routes
Current routes in 2026
Stable passive resources
Pension, dividends, rent, interest or other stable private resources. The consulate assesses the full household position.
approx. €31,000 / year
Accommodation in Italy
A suitable long-term rental or owned home must be evidenced before the visa application.
required
Family application
Required resources increase with family composition and are evaluated with the complete financial file.
assessed individually
Process
From application to documents
Financial review
Assessment of passive resources, family composition and supporting evidence.
1–2 weeksNational visa
Application to the competent Italian consulate with accommodation and medical cover.
consulate-specificEntry and permit filing
Entry into Italy and application for the residence permit within the required period.
after arrivalResidence permit
Biometrics and issue of the initial permesso di soggiorno.
authority-specificWhat's included
Pre-application compliance screening
Local agent coordination and application filing
Document preparation and legalisation for the whole family
Investment and escrow coordination
Document delivery and post-approval support
Frequently asked questions
May I work in Italy?
No. Elective Residence is intended for applicants supported by private resources rather than employment or active business.
Is €31,000 a guaranteed threshold?
No. It is an approximate starting orientation for one applicant; the consulate assesses the amount, stability and household circumstances.
When is citizenship possible?
Long-term residence may be available after five qualifying years; citizenship generally requires ten years of lawful residence and all other conditions.
Programme consultation
We'll map the route for your family
The form already accounts for the selected programme: Italy.
- 01Official qualifying threshold and government fees
- 02Family composition and applicable surcharges
- 03Timeline, requirements and next steps
Quick enquiry
Discuss residency options
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