Route-fit and proof-of-funds memo
A written view of which of the four routes fits, the qualifying amount, source-of-funds evidence the Committee expects, family scope, and likely blockers.
Italy Golden Visa
Italy Golden Visa Assistance & Support
Italy Golden Visa assistance and support for investors and families. Explore route fit across the qualifying investment options, proof-of-funds planning, the nulla osta, consular filing, residence permit, and tax handoff.
First call: leave with route fit across the EUR 250k-2m options, nulla osta and consulate timing, proof-of-funds gaps, family scope, the tax questions for a specialist, and the next decision mapped.
Researching the route first? Read the full Italy Golden Visa guide
What you get
Italy Golden Visa Assistance & Support
Route choice and proof of funds come first. We prepare the nulla osta file with you and organise the consulate filing, residence permit, investment completion, and tax handoff, so the file is ready and the capital is committed only after entry.
Nulla osta application plan
A practical plan for the online nulla osta to the Investor Visa Committee, the declaration of commitment, and the documents the Committee Secretariat checks first.
Consulate and residence map
The consulate visa filing within six months of the nulla osta, entry, and the residence permit at the Questura within eight working days of arrival.
Investment and tax handoff
Tracking the investment completion within three months of entry, with flat-tax and Art. 24-bis questions reviewed by Movingto's in-house tax counsel and any filings handed to a commercialista, while the residence steps stay visible.
Commit after entry, not before
The qualifying investment or donation is completed within three months of entering Italy, so capital is not exposed before the nulla osta and visa are in hand.
The nulla osta comes first
The Investor Visa Committee assesses the online application within 30 days; we line up proof of funds and the declaration of commitment before it is submitted.
Match the route to the goal
EUR 250,000 innovative startup, EUR 500,000 Italian company or Italian venture capital fund, EUR 1,000,000 donation, or EUR 2,000,000 bonds — each suits a different risk and liquidity profile.
Flat-tax questions get in-house review
Movingto's in-house tax counsel advises on Italy's substitute-tax regime for new residents. Where a filing is needed, we arrange the handoff to a licensed Italian commercialista.
Who this fits
Why use Movingto for an Italy investor visa case?
This route is useful only when the investment route, proof of funds, nulla osta path, consulate timing, and tax questions can be made clear. Movingto helps map the file before filing work starts.
Good fit for
- Investors choosing between the startup, company, donation, or government-bond routes
- Applicants who want the nulla osta and consulate timing planned before committing capital
- Families that need dependant scope, proof of funds, and document timing planned together
- Applicants weighing Italy's substitute-tax regime for new residents who need a specialist handoff
- People who want a single view of the case from route choice to the residence permit
Not the right fit for
- EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens who do not need this national route
- Applicants seeking investment, securities, or fund advice directly from Movingto
- People looking for an approval guarantee or a fixed processing-time promise
- Anyone seeking social-security advice directly from Movingto
- Applicants who cannot evidence the lawful source of the qualifying funds
Service scope
How the route is managed.
You get a managed route and evidence plan, with Italy tax questions reviewed by Movingto's in-house tax counsel. Investment decisions, Committee and visa decisions, and tax filings stay with the relevant owner.
- Included workstreams
- 4
- Professional scope
- Clear
Delivery scopeMovingto delivery and specialist scope
Managed by Movingto
Italy route and proof-of-funds assessment
We map which qualifying route fits, the source-of-funds evidence the Committee expects, family scope, nationality, likely blockers, and the next decision.
Managed by Movingto
Nulla osta and Committee evidence checklist
We organize the online nulla osta application, the declaration of commitment, and the documents the Committee Secretariat and Committee review.
Managed by Movingto
Visa, entry, and residence-permit mapping
We sequence the consulate visa within six months, entry, the residence permit at the Questura within eight working days, and the investment-completion deadline.
Managed by Movingto
Tax-regime handoff
Movingto's in-house tax counsel advises on substitute-tax and Art. 24-bis questions, and we arrange the handoff to a commercialista where filings are needed.
Handled by the relevant specialist
Investment, immigration, or guarantee decisions
Movingto does not select investments, control Committee or visa decisions, set consular requirements, processing times, or approval outcomes.
Handled by the relevant specialist
Tax filings or investment advice
Italian tax filings are handled by a licensed commercialista, and securities or fund selection by a qualified investment adviser.
Case path
Apply for Italy Golden Visa
Each stage ends with a decision, checklist, or specialist handoff so the case does not drift between route choice, the nulla osta, and tax questions.
Case path05 managed stages
- Step 1 of 5
Confirm the investment route and funds
Decide which of the four routes fits and line up the lawful source-of-funds evidence the Investor Visa Committee expects.
- Step 2 of 5
Prepare and submit the nulla osta
Assemble the online application and declaration of commitment, then track the Committee assessment within its 30-day window.
- Step 3 of 5
File the consulate visa
Once the nulla osta issues, request the investor visa at the competent consulate within six months and prepare for entry.
- Step 4 of 5
Enter and apply for the residence permit
Apply for the residence permit at the Questura within eight working days of entry and book the biometrics appointment.
- Step 5 of 5
Complete the investment and tax setup
Complete the qualifying investment or donation within three months of entry, keep evidence for renewals, and route any tax filings to a commercialista.
Key figures
Italy investor visa at a glance (2026)
| Item | Figure / rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Innovative startup route | EUR 250,000 | investorvisa.mise.gov.it |
| Italian company or venture capital fund route | EUR 500,000 | investorvisa.mise.gov.it |
| Philanthropic donation route | EUR 1,000,000 | investorvisa.mise.gov.it |
| Government bond route | EUR 2,000,000 | investorvisa.mise.gov.it |
| Nulla osta decision | Within 30 days of a complete application; visa at consulate within 6 months | Investor Visa Committee |
| Residence permit | At the Questura within 8 working days of entry; first permit 2 years, then 3-year renewals | Art. 5, D.Lgs. 286/1998 |
Indicative figures, set by law and policy and subject to change; confirm the current position with your legal team. Last reviewed 24 June 2026.
Full guide with official fees and taxesEvidence
Evidence you can check.
Scope, professional ownership, and credential claims stay tied to source pages instead of sitting as unsupported marketing copy.
Source
Investor Visa for Italy — official portal
View sourceMIMIT (ex MISE)
Source
Investor Visa for Italy — policy guidance (ENG)
View sourceInvestor Visa Committee
Source
Visas for Italy — eligibility and consular filing
View sourceItalian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI)
Fund evidence
Law 193/2024 art. 35: venture capital fund added to the EUR 500,000 route
View sourceNormattiva
Source
Tax regime for new residents (Art. 24-bis TUIR)
View sourceAgenzia delle Entrate
Common questions
Questions before you engage.
What is included in the Italy investor visa service?
The service covers route fit across the four investment options, proof-of-funds planning, the nulla osta application to the Investor Visa Committee, consulate-visa sequencing, residence-permit tracking, the investment-completion deadline, and Italy tax-regime review by Movingto's in-house tax counsel. Investment advice and Italian tax filings remain with the relevant specialists.
What are the qualifying investment amounts?
Italy recognises four routes: EUR 250,000 in an Italian innovative startup, EUR 500,000 in an Italian limited company or an Italian venture capital fund, a EUR 1,000,000 philanthropic donation, or EUR 2,000,000 in Italian government bonds. We help match the route to your goals before the nulla osta is filed.
When do I have to commit the money?
You apply for the nulla osta and the visa first, and complete the qualifying investment or donation within three months of entering Italy. The capital is not committed before the visa is in hand.
What government fees apply?
Beyond the investment itself, the residence-permit stage carries an electronic-document payment of about EUR 30.46, a permit contribution of about EUR 50.00, and a EUR 16.00 revenue stamp; the consular visa fee varies by post. Figures are set by the authorities and can change.
Does Movingto handle Italy's flat-tax regime?
Movingto's in-house tax counsel advises on eligibility for the substitute-tax regime for new residents under Art. 24-bis TUIR, and a licensed Italian commercialista handles any filings. The separate 7% flat tax for pensioners (Art. 24-ter TUIR) has its own setup service, from €1,250 (Movingto pricing page).
Private advisory call
Get your free Italy Golden Visa assessment
Bring your preferred route, proof-of-funds position, current location, family scope, and tax questions. We will map the nulla osta path, consulate timing, residence setup, and specialist handoffs.
First call covers
Leave with a clearer route decision, nulla osta timing, evidence gaps, and next steps.
- Route fit
- Country, visa category, family members, and timing.
- Scope
- Documents, legal work, tax points, and investment boundaries.
- Next steps
- What to prepare for the Movingto team and any relevant specialists.