Why apply for an Italy work visa?

• Italy's GDP is estimated to be $2.377 trillion in 2024
• The fourth most significant economy in the Eurozone
• One of the cheapest countries to work and live in Europe
• Work for 36 hours a week
• 151,000 work permits to be issued in 2024

The Italian job market has huge scope for skilled foreign workers, especially from India. According to recent news, Italy issued 330,000+ Residence Permits in 2023; Indians top the list. There is a cap count on the number of work permits to be issued by the country each year. The cap count for 2025 is set at 89,050 among which Italy will grant 10,000 additional Caregiver Work Visas.

 

Benefits of working in Italy

The following are the benefits of working in Italy:

• It is easy to find jobs in exploration and education fields

• Career growth
• High quality of life
• Can visit other Schengen countries
• Can start your own business

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Italy work visa Vs. Italy Work Permit

While the terms Italy work visa and Italy work permit is often used interchangeably, there is a subtle difference between the two. Italy’s work visa is considered an entrance visa, and it is necessary to obtain an Italy work permit before entering Italy. Italy’s work visa comes under the category of a long-stay visa, also called a D-visa or National visa. After obtaining an Italy work visa, you must apply for a residence permit within eight days of entering the country. This is because the Italian government will accept work permit applications for a few months every one or two years, depending on the demand of the job market in Italy.

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Types of Italy work visa

There are different types of work visas in Italy, but we will concentrate on a few work permits called National Visas (Visa D). This visa will allow you to stay and work in Italy for longer than 90 days.
 

The following is the list of work visas in Italy

• Salaried employment visa – the employer sponsors your visa
• Self-employment visa – which falls under the categories of
  • • Business Owner
    • Start-Up
    • Freelancer
    • Sports Activity
    • Artistic Activity
• Seasonal work visa (Agriculture or Tourism visa)
• Long-term seasonal work (Seasonal activities for two years visa)
• Working holiday (12 months visa)
• Scientific research – visa sponsored for highly-educated people by local Italian scientific institutes or universities

 

Italy Work Visa Open Date 2024

The Italian government has set the cap count for Italy's work permit at 151,000 for 2024.  Non-EU workers can apply for Italy work visa from February 29, 2024. The table below lists the details of the current cap count for 2024:

Type of worker	Cap count for 2024
Seasonal Worker	89,050
Non-seasonal employment and self-employment	61,950
Total	1,51,000

 

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 Eligibility for Italy work visa

You would be eligible for an Italian work visa if you:

• Have an Employment contract provided by an Italian company
• Can provide Diploma and other degree certificates
• Have enough financial resources to stay in Italy
• Have sufficient health insurance coverage
• Have housing arrangements in Italy
• Have a valid and original passport

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Italy Work Visa Requirements

The requirements for the Italy work permit visa are given as follows:

• 6 months valid passport
• Birth certificate
• 2 passport size photographs taken in the last 6 months
• Proof of sufficient funds to stay in Italy
• Proof of health insurance
• Submission of biometric data
• Higher education certificates
• Work certificates and testimonials
• Proof of language proficiency

 

How to apply for an Italy work permit?

The Italy Work visa can be applied online via the official website of the Italian government. You can follow the steps listed below to apply for an Italy work permit:

Step 1: Have a valid job offer from Italy

Step 2: Apply for the Italian work permit or work visa

Step 3: Fill out the Italy work visa application form

Step 4: Give your fingerprint and submit your photographs

Step 5: Pay the required fees

Step 6: Make an appointment at your destination country’s embassy

Step 7: Submit the form with all necessary documents.

Step 8: Attend visa interview

Step 9: Fly to Italy upon approval

 

Italy work visa processing time

The processing time for an Italy work visa depends on the type of visa you have applied for. The documents you have submitted will be reviewed by the immigration officers, and then your visa will be approved within 15-60 days.
 

Italy work visa price

The Italy work visa price ranges between € 100 and € 116, depending upon the type of visa you apply for. The table below lists the details of the Italy work visa costs:
 

Visa Type	Total Cost
Self-Employment Visas	€ 116.00
Self-employment visa	€ 116.00
Seasonal work	€ 116.00
Long-term seasonal work	€ 100.00
Working holiday	€ 116.00
Scientific research	€ 116.00

 

How long is the Italy work visa valid?

The validity of Italy work visa is usually 2 years and can be renewed for up to 5 years, depending upon the employment contract.

 

How can Y-Axis assist you to get work visa in Italy?

Y-Axis is the best route to get work in Italy. Our impeccable services include:

• Expert guidance for work overseas.
• The exclusive Y-Axis Job Search Services will help you search for your desired jobs in Italy.
• Y-Axis coaching will help you ace the standardized test required for immigration.

 

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