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Obtain the Italian self-employment visa

Our immigration experts support foreigners wishing to relocate to Italy to carry out activities such as entrepreneurs, freelancers and company directors, thus getting an italian self-employment visa.

Which country the service is available for:

Italy

A&P Self-Employment Visa assistance

You can send us a free request to explain your case and get a tailored quotation. 

A&P Self-Employment Visa assistance    

  • Send us your request: we will offer you a consultation video-call 
  • We will send you the documents check-list and you can upload your documents 
  • We prepare the application and submit it on your behalf through power of attorney 
  • We maintain contacts with the authorities throughout the procedure and provide you with regular updates 
  • We assist you with your visa request in the Italian diplomatic representation  
  • After arrival in Italy, we will complete the immigration formalities

Who qualifies for the self-employment visa through the flows decree

During the consultation video-call, our experts will assess whether you meet the requirements to obtain a Self-Employment Visa through the flows decree.   

Procedure through the Flows Decree   

The entry for self-employment is generally subject to the quotas established by the Flows Decree. We will evaluate the applicability of the flows decree to your specific case and we will proceed with the prefilling and submission of the application during the relevant click-day  

This possibility usually applies to:  

  • Entrepreneurs who want to implement a specific investment plan   
  • Freelancers who want to practice regulated professions  
  • Holders of corporate offices of administration and control   
  • Artists of established reputation or high and well-known professional qualification, hired by public or private entities 
  • Foreigners who intend to establish innovative start-ups

Who qualifies for the self-employment visa out of quota

During the consultation video-call, our experts will assess whether you meet the requirements to obtain a Self-Employment Visa out of quota.    

Out of quota Procedure     

In some cases, the self-employment visa can be released out of the quotas of the Flows Decree. Our experts will apply for the nullaosta out of the quotas, using the modalities foreseen at regional level, using the proposed professional contract draft.  

This possibility applies to: 

  • Investors   
  • Artists performing short-term activities   
  • Sportspeople   
  • Executives or highly specialized personnel and the other cases foreseen by art. 28, c.1, lett a), b), c) and d) of the TUI

Why choose studio A&P

We adhere to consolidated processes aimed at the obtainment of the Self-Employment visa.  

How we provide our service   

  • We aim to provide a first response within 24 hours  
  • We can support in all the Italian territory  
  • We offer you the possibility to conveniently upload your documents remotely using the A&P software system 
  • Our immigration experts speak English   

Furthermore, we offer a 360° consultancy that takes into account all aspects of starting a self-employment activity in Italy.

Consultancy on the self-employment visa in Italy

since 1998

Studio A&P offers professional consulting services to businesses and individuals.

Studio A&P supports companies and individuals with their activities in Italy and Worldwide, providing specialized assistance in global mobility of workers, Italian and international taxation.

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F.A.Q. about the service

The procedure varies depending on whether the activity requires registration in a specific register of professional association. Therefore, we invite you to contact us for an assessment of your specific case.
Yes. A residence permit for self-employment also allows the holder to work as an employee.

Discover more about this topic with our guides

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All the requirements and processes to get a Self-Employment Visa for Italy.

Contact us for assistance

Fill out the form below to request a personalized quote directly. Our experts will get back to you within 2 business days.

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