The Italy Investor Visa Program, sometimes called the Italy Golden Visa, lets non-EU nationals obtain long-term residence in Italy in exchange for a strategic investment in the Italian economy. Bayraktar Attorneys guides foreign clients through the route selection and the whole application in English.
Italy introduced the program in 2017, and it is known for a fast-track structure that can deliver a preliminary approval quickly. It grants residency, not immediate citizenship, though it is a recognised bridge to permanent residence and, in time, Italian citizenship. The routes, thresholds and tax rules are set by the Italian government and can change, so we confirm the current requirements in your consultation.
Talk to an English-speaking lawyer about the Italy Investor Visa Program. The first consultation is free and there is no obligation.
The Investor Visa is a fast-track program, but it still requires a clean, well-evidenced file, including proof that your funds are lawful under international anti-money-laundering standards. We work with foreign clients to choose the right route and present the application clearly.
Our support covers the whole journey:
Italy sets out four routes with clear boundaries. You choose only one and commit to holding the investment for at least two years. We confirm the current figures at the time you apply.
The lowest entry point, from around EUR 250,000, into a company listed on Italy's official register of innovative start-ups. This route supports the technology and innovation sector and suits investors who want exposure to early-stage Italian ventures.
A capital investment from around EUR 500,000 into shares of an existing, active Italian limited or joint-stock company. The company is expected to contribute to the Italian economy, whether or not it is listed.
A non-refundable donation from around EUR 1,000,000 to an Italian project of public interest, such as culture, education, research, migration management or the restoration of heritage.
A purchase from around EUR 2,000,000 of Italian government bonds, for investors who prefer a traditional, government-backed instrument.
The program combines a fast process with the lifestyle and diplomatic strength of Italy. Holders typically enjoy:
With one application the main investor can bring the family together in Italy. This generally includes your spouse, your dependent children, and, under certain conditions, your parents. The whole family can access healthcare and education at European standards. We confirm the current dependency rules and documents for your situation.
The Investor Visa is not a citizenship-by-investment program. It leads first to a residence permit, initially granted for two years and then renewed in three-year periods while you hold the qualifying investment.
After five years of lawful residence you may apply for permanent residence. After ten years of continuous lawful residence, and on proof of Italian language at around B1 level and a clean record, you may apply for citizenship. Citizenship is decided by the Italian authorities on their own criteria, so we set out a realistic timeline rather than a promise.
Italy offers an optional flat-tax regime for high-net-worth individuals who move their tax residence to the country. Under it, foreign income can be covered by a fixed annual amount rather than ordinary Italian tax, with an additional amount for each family member who joins the regime.
The headline figures for this regime are set by the government and have been revised, including for newer applicants, so we confirm the current amounts and whether the regime suits you. Your overall position depends on your circumstances and your other countries of connection, and we review it with you and, where useful, a tax adviser before you rely on it.
We assess your goals, recommend one of the four routes, and set out the thresholds, costs and timeline.
We prepare your evidence to AML standards and assemble the supporting documents for the application.
We apply for the preliminary approval and, once granted, the investor visa at the consulate.
You complete the qualifying investment, and we convert the visa into an Italian residence permit.
We add your family, advise on the flat-tax regime, and handle renewals and the later citizenship route.
We work daily with international investors, entirely in English, and explain each step plainly.
We prepare a well-evidenced source-of-funds file so your application moves smoothly through the fast-track review.
We match you to one of the four routes based on your capital, risk appetite and goals.
From the flat-tax regime to permanent residence and citizenship, we support the whole plan.
Atty. Nevzat Oğulcan Bayraktar
Confidential, English-speaking guidance on the right route, a fast-track file and the road to citizenship.
This page provides general information about the Italy Investor Visa Program in Turkey and does not constitute legal advice. For guidance on your specific situation, please contact Bayraktar Attorneys for a consultation.
