Italy's Flat Tax regime offers a €100,000/year annual lump-sum tax on all worldwide income for new residents, making it one of Europe's most attractive wealth-management destinations.
Italy offers two distinct pathways for foreign investors and high-net-worth individuals seeking European residency: the Flat Tax Regime (Regime dei Neo-Residenti) and the Investor Visa programme. Both provide full Schengen area access and a path to one of the world's most powerful passports.
Introduced in 2017, Italy's Flat Tax for new residents allows individuals to pay a fixed €100,000 annual lump-sum tax on all foreign-sourced income — regardless of the actual amount earned abroad. Key features:
The Italian Investor Visa provides a 2-year renewable residency permit (convertible to a 3-year permit) with one of the following investments:
After 10 years of legal residency, applicants can apply for Italian citizenship — granting access to one of the world's most powerful passports (190+ visa-free countries, full EU citizenship). Italian citizenship is also available via descent (jure sanguinis) for those with Italian ancestry.
Compared to Portugal (NHR now abolished for new applicants) and Spain (Beckham Law limited to employment income), Italy's Flat Tax regime is particularly attractive for individuals with large foreign investment portfolios, as the entire foreign income tax liability is capped at €100,000/year regardless of the amount.
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⚠️ Tax rules change. Always verify with a qualified local tax advisor before making decisions based on tax considerations.
| Option / Category | Min. Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Tax Regime | €100,000/year | Annual lump-sum tax on all foreign income. No minimum investment. Valid 15 years. |
| Investor Visa — Startup | €250,000 | Investment in a qualifying Italian innovative startup. |
| Investor Visa — Company | €500,000 | Investment in shares of an Italian limited or joint-stock company. |
| Investor Visa — Philanthropy | €1,000,000 | Donation to an Italian public interest project or institution. |
| Investor Visa — Government Bonds | €2,000,000 | Investment in Italian government bonds (held for 2+ years). |
Information Notice: This page is for informational purposes only. CRP World is an independent information resource, not a licensed immigration advisor. Program requirements, investment thresholds, and processing times change frequently. Always verify details with official program sources and consult a qualified licensed professional before making any decisions.
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