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Route for non-EU nationals who want to work in Italy as a freelancer, professional, entrepreneur, artisan or company officer. Entry is via the small self-employment quota within the Decreto Flussi, and the applicant must obtain a nulla osta from the Questura before applying for the visa.
Non-EU freelancers, licensed professionals, entrepreneurs and company officers who will work independently in Italy.
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Yes. Entry for self-employment is only possible within the annual Decreto Flussi quotas, and self-employment quotas are typically very limited and fill quickly.
The nulla osta is a work authorization confirming you may carry out your activity in Italy; it is valid for six months.
The Self-Employment Visa is for non-EU nationals working in Italy as a freelancer, professional, entrepreneur, artisan or company officer. Entry is via the small self-employment quota within the Decreto Flussi, and you must obtain a nulla osta from the Questura before applying for the visa.
The biggest pitfalls are missing the Decreto Flussi window, letting the nulla osta expire, and under-documenting income or the viability of the activity.
The visa is granted for up to one year; after entry you apply for a residence permit (usually one or two years) that can be renewed while you keep meeting the conditions.
Yes, the lavoro autonomo route is designed for independent professionals and entrepreneurs, but you must meet professional-eligibility, quota and income conditions.
You must show resources above the threshold for health-contribution exemption, around 8,500 euros per year, though showing more strengthens your case.
