Last updated 2026-05-18
Entrepreneur visa to Italy
Self-employment visa
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, business
, work
, long stay
Visa overview
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
from 3 months to 1 year
Consular fee
€116 (~$135)
Select the purpose of your visit
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.
Entrepreneur visa
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:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$135)
Corporate visa
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:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$135)
Freelancer visa
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:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$135)
Sports visa
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:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$135)
Start-up visa
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:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€116 (~$135)