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Italy's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

The Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Italy (also known as the highly-qualified worker visa) offers a pathway to residency and employment for qualified individuals with advanced qualifications and professional experience in their field.

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Italy - Highly Skilled Worker Visas

Discover the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Italy

The Highly Skilled Worker Visa program in Italy, also known as the EU Blue Card, provides an opportunity for highly qualified professionals to live and work in Italy. This program is designed to attract talented individuals who can contribute to Italy's economy and fill skill gaps in various sectors.

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Meses para o visto

2-6 months

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A Snapshot of Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Italy

A pathway to residency and employment for highly qualified professionals in Italy

Requisitos de elegibilidade

A university degree and a job offer from an Italian employer. Must possess a higher education qualification

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Duração do visto

Initial duration of 2 years, renewable

Meses para o visto

2-6 months

Requisito de presença física

No specific requirement, but employment in Italy is expected

Disponibilidade

Moderate

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Cônjuge e filhos

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Benefits of the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Italy

The program offers numerous advantages for highly skilled professionals looking to establish their career in Italy's dynamic and innovative environment.

  • Path to permanent residency after 5 years
  • Access to Italy's healthcare and education systems
  • Freedom to travel within the Schengen Area
  • Opportunity to bring family members

How to Apply for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Italy

Submit application at the Italian embassy or consulate in your country of residence, or at the Immigration Office in Italy if already present in the country.

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Requirements for Italy's Highly Skilled Worker Visa

To qualify for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their qualifications and professional experience.

  • Possess a higher education qualification of at least three years' duration
  • Have a valid work contract or binding job offer in Italy
  • The job position must be for a highly skilled role (levels 1, 2, or 3 of ISTAT classification)
  • Meet the minimum salary requirement (at least €24,789 annually)
  • For regulated professions, meet the requirements for exercising the profession in Italy

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Documents Needed for Italy's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

Completed visa application form

Valid Passport

Recent passport-sized photographs

University degree certificates

Proof of work experience

Language proficiency certificates (if applicable)

Job offer letter

Certificados de habilitação da polícia

Cobertura de seguro-saúde

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FAQs about Italy's Highly Skilled Worker Visas

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Why Italy

Italy offers excellent career opportunities, high quality of life, and a supportive environment for skilled professionals.

Benefícios:

  • Rich cultural heritage
  • Excellent work-life balance
  • High standard of living

Vantagens:

  • Central European location
  • Multicultural work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth

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