Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Allows applicants to engage in any type of work or entrepreneurial activity, including starting their own business, provided they have obtained the necessary authorization from the competent authorities. The visa permits the holder to stay in Italy for up to 90 days within any 180-day period and also allows travel to other Schengen and EU member states during this time.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 day to 5 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
€90 (~$106)
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, businessman
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Employee, worker
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Seaman, ship crew member
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Press reporter, journalist, media staff
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, businessman, business owner
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Corporate role, manager, leader
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Freelancer, remote worker
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Sportsman, athlete, coach
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, businessman, business founder
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$106)
Last updated 2026-04-27
Travel purpose:
Business
, work