Foreign nationals
Foreign nationals - that is non-EU citizens - may enter Italy provided that they hold both a valid passport and, if required, an entry visa issued in their country of origin.
As soon as foreign nationals enter Italy they should apply for a residence permit based on the same motivations specified on their entry visa.
A residence permit is not required for business, tourism, short visits or study, provided that the stay does not exceed 3 months.
EU nationals do not need a residence permit to stay in Italy.
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Check online your residence permit
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Entry
Main entry requirements for non-EU nationals who wish to enter Italy.
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Visa
Types of visa: who should apply and on what basis.
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Residence permit
Where and how to apply.
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Awaiting residence permit
How to leave and re-enter Italy when awaiting the issue or renewal of a residence permit.
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EC residence permit for long-term residents
Previously known as "carta di soggiorno" (residence card).
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EU Blue Card
A special residence permit issued to highly qualified foreign workers, holders of a residence permit for work reasons.
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EU citizens
The provisions regulating their stay in Italy.
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Asylum seekers
Requirements for the recognition of refugee status.
04/10/2013
(modificato il 27/11/2014)
(modificato il 27/11/2014)