Italy
Residency by Investment Program
Italy, a nation renowned for its rich history, cultural treasures, and stunning landscapes, offers an enticing opportunity for individuals seeking residence through investment.
Nestled in the heart of Europe, Italy boasts art-filled cities, picturesque countryside, and a world-renowned culinary heritage.
By embracing the charm of Italy through its residence-by-investment program, you can unlock a pathway to a new chapter in life. The Italian residence-by-investment program invites discerning individuals to become a part of this vibrant nation by making strategic investments that contribute to its economic growth.
Investors can explore various avenues, and in this article, we will focus on the residence-by-investment route. Through this program, you gain the privilege of residing in one of the most culturally rich and diverse countries in the world.
3RD
Passport Ranking
26
Visa-free travel to 26 European countries
2-3 months
Time to residency
N/A
Starting investment
Benefits
01
Visa-free travel to 26 European countries
02
No minimum investment requirement
No need to invest specific amount of money to qualify
03
Business exemption from taxes
Your representative office is not subject to taxes
04
Residency Permit for your family
Your family can apply for a reunification visa and then residency permit.
Italy Representative Office Visa (ROV)
The Italy Representative Office Visa allows applicants to setup a branch of their existing company in Italy, once successfully registered applicants can then attach an initial year of Residence in Italy, this can be extended indefinitely and can lead to EU Permanent Residence. Some of the key benefits of the Category are that there is no minimum investment required, there is no minimum residence required, applicants can include their spouse and children under the age of 18 and the Italian entity will not attract taxation from income generated through the company outside of Italy.
Steps and Procedures
Step 1
Sign an agreement with Knightsbridge Group to delegate us as your advisor for the application, due diligence, and legal procedures.
Step 2
Business setup and registry
Step 3
Initial Type-D ROV application and Approval from Country of Residence
Step 4
Entering Italy and granting of initial 12 month Temporary Residence Permit
Step 5
You will then have initial 1-year Residence Permit issued and will be notified of the collection date
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