Residency
Italy — Residency: Citizenship
Italian citizenship may be acquired through naturalisation by eligible foreign nationals who satisfy the legal residence, integration and nationality requirements established under Italian law. Applicants are generally expected to demonstrate continuous lawful residence, good conduct and compliance with the applicable statutory conditions.
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Key facts
- Residency for tax purposes in Italy requires meeting one of the following conditions for most of the year (at least 183 days per year, or 184 for leap years): their habitual residence is in Italy, their domicile, defined as the place where their personal and family relationships are primarily maintained, is in Italy.
Costs
- Application for residency and marriage: 250 euros
- Application abroad through consulates: 600 euros
- Application for residency by investment: 250 euros for projects of public interest in Italy
Timelines
- Residency by Investment for projects of public interest: 5 years