Retirement Visa (Elective Residence)
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Retirement Visa Requirements:
- Must not intend to work in Italy
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
- Proof of stable and regular income
- Accommodation in Italy (owned or rented)
- Financial requirements:
- • Minimum annual income: €31,000+ (varies by consulate)
- • Additional income for dependents if applicable
- Income sources can include:
- • Pension payments
- • Investment income, dividends, rental income
- • Savings and assets
- Accommodation proof:
- • Property deed (if owned)
- • Registered rental contract (minimum 1 year)
- • Declaration from property owner
- Health insurance:
- • Private health insurance valid in Italy
- • Minimum coverage of €30,000
- Clean criminal record from home country
- Declaration of financial means and sources
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Get Started →Understanding the Italian Elective Residence Visa
The Elective Residence visa is designed for non-EU citizens who wish to live in Italy without working.
This visa is ideal for retirees, but can also be used by anyone with independent financial means who wants to enjoy life in Italy. You must demonstrate that you have stable, regular income sufficient to support yourself (and any dependents) without working.
The visa is initially granted for one year and must be converted to a residency permit upon arrival in Italy. The permit can be renewed as long as you continue to meet the requirements. After 5 years of legal residence, you may be eligible to apply for permanent residence or Italian citizenship.
Key requirement: You cannot engage in any work activity in Italy with this visa. All income must come from sources outside Italy or from passive income (pensions, investments, property rental, etc.).
Who Can Apply:
- • Retirees with sufficient pension income
- • Individuals with substantial investment or rental income
- • Those with significant savings or financial assets
- • Must not have the intention or need to work in Italy
Benefits of Elective Residence:
Live in Italy long-term: Enjoy la dolce vita without working
Access to Italian healthcare: Register with the national health service (SSN)
Path to citizenship: After 5 years, eligible for permanent residence or citizenship
Family inclusion: Bring your spouse and dependent children
Retirement Visa Service Packages
Comprehensive support for your retirement in Italy
Documentation Assistance
Essential help with elective residence visa application
- Initial consultation and eligibility assessment
- Complete document checklist
- Income calculation and verification guidance
- Translation coordination
- Application form preparation
Complete Retirement Package
Full-service retirement visa and settlement support
- Everything in Documentation Assistance
- Complete document translation and legalization
- Visa appointment scheduling and preparation
- Accommodation search assistance
- Residency permit application upon arrival
- Healthcare registration (SSN) support
- Bank account opening assistance
- Support until residency permit is issued
Luxury Retirement Concierge
Premium white-glove service for retiring in Italy
- Everything in Complete Package
- Dedicated retirement immigration consultant
- Premium property search and lease negotiation
- Personalized area orientation and tours
- Italian language course enrollment
- Utility setup and home services coordination
- Tax residency and fiscal planning consultation
- Social integration and expat community introduction
- 24-month ongoing support and assistance
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