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Simplified procedure for non-EU founders of innovative startups under the Italia Startup Visa programme. Endorsement/innovation criteria are assessed by the Technical Committee — NomadIndex does not list a single fixed income floor. Confirm current rules on italiastartupvisa.it.
Varies
Min. income
Varies
Application fee
30 days
Processing time
1 year, renewable
Stay duration
Italy Startup Visa is a startup route in Italy for relocation and residency planning. Simplified procedure for non-EU founders of innovative startups under the Italia Startup Visa programme. Endorsement/innovation criteria are assessed by the Technical Committee — NomadIndex does not list a single fixed income floor. Confirm current rules on italiastartupvisa.it. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Dataset verified).
Italy Startup Visa is a Italy startup program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | High |
| Visa type | Startup |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | Varies |
| Processing time | 30 days |
| Stay duration | 1 year, renewable |
Startup tax incentives available in qualifying cases.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.italiastartupvisa.it
Last checked: July 29, 2026
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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