Italy Employed Work Visa in Italy

Italy Employed Work Visa · Italy visa route

work · last reviewed 2026-08-08 · all Italy routes

An employer-linked route requiring an Italian job offer and, where applicable, prior work authorisation.

Important notes

• Have an Italian employer and employment contract for the relevant subordinate-work category.
• Obtain employer-led nulla osta or other prior authorisation where required, including applicable quota procedures.
• Submit the passport, visa form, contract and authorisation evidence, then complete the residence-permit process after arrival.
• This is the employed-work route and is separate from Italy's self-employment route.
• It is not an open general job-search visa; the visa is tied to the approved activity.

Official source

Official source: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Visa Portal

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Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.