Work visas run on yearly quotas; the EU Blue Card and a newer digital nomad visa sit outside them.
Permanent residence: 5 years. EU long-term residence permit after 5 years with A2 Italian.
Citizenship: 10 years. 10 years of legal residence for non-EU citizens, with B1 Italian.
| Route | Valid for | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| EU Blue Card For graduates in highly qualified roles above the salary threshold; not limited by the yearly quota. | Up to 2 years plus 3 months | €116 national visa |
| Work visa (Decreto Flussi) Employer requests work authorisation within the yearly quota set by decree, then you apply for the visa. | Length of contract, up to 2 years | €116 national visa |
| Digital nomad visa For highly qualified remote workers with income of at least about three times the healthcare exemption level. | 1 year, renewable | €116 national visa |