Italian Elective Residence Visa
Who is it for?
- Individuals seeking to reside in Italy.
- Those with sufficient financial resources to support themselves in Italy WITHOUT WORKING.
- ACTIVE WORK or BUSINESS ACTIVITIES in Italy are STRICTLY PROHIBITED under this visa.
BenefitS
- Travel to 29 Schengen countries, including Romania and Bulgaria.
- FREE access to education and healthcare facilities.
- Ability to include a spouse, children under 18, and parents (3 generations).
- Eligible to apply for permanent residency after 5 years.
- Pathway to Citizenship: After 10 years of continuous residence in Italy.
Requirements
- Application is submitted at the Italian Embassy/Consulate in Indonesia or your country of origin.
- Own or lease property in Italy (no minimum value required).
- Maintain PASSIVE INCOME of at least €31,000 per year, excluding ACTIVE WORK earnings.
- Examples: Interest from deposits, rental income, etc.
- Additional financial resources: +20% for a spouse and +5% per child and/or parent.
- Health insurance with a minimum coverage of €60,000.
- Minimum Stay: 183 days per year.
- All included family members must comply with the minimum stay requirement.
Who can be included?
- Spouse
- Children under 18 years old
- Parents
Stages of the Italian Elective Residence Visa
Stages of the Italian Elective Residence Visa Below are the steps to obtain the Elective Residence Visa and Permit in Italy:
- Prepare all required documents, including the Long Stay Visa Form (Form D).
- Submit your application to the Italian Embassy in Jakarta. A consular interview is required. Processing time: 6–8 weeks.
- Once approved, you will receive the ELECTIVE RESIDENCE VISA. It is valid for 6 months and allows a maximum stay of 90 days within the Schengen Area.
- Within 8 days of arriving in Italy, you must apply for an ELECTIVE RESIDENCE PERMITat the local Police Headquarters (Questura). Processing time: 3–6 months. You will be required to return to Italy for biometrics.
- Receive your ELECTIVE RESIDENCE PERMIT. Which is valid for 1 year.
- Renewal : After 1 year, renewable for 2 years.
- Minimum Stay : 183 days / year.
- Pathway to :
- PERMANENT RESIDENCE / LTR (Long Term Resident): After 5 years of continuous residence in Italy.
- CITIZENSHIP: After 10 years of continuous residence in Italy.