Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Intended for applicants who plan to work as freelancers or start a business in Italy. It serves as an entry visa that allows the holder, once in Italy, to apply for a residence permit.
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 3 months to 1 year
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.
€116 (~$137)
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, business owner, freelancer, employee
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$137)
Eligible individuals
Corporate role, manager, leader
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$137)
Eligible individuals
Freelancer, remote worker
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$137)
Eligible individuals
Sportsman, athlete, coach
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$137)
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, businessman, business founder
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$137)
Last updated 2026-04-13
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, business
, work