With the DPCM of 2 October 2025, the Italian Government approved the Decreto Flussi 2026-2028. Let’s take a look at its main provisions. Indice How many quotas are provided under the new Decreto Flussi? Which countries of origin are eligible for subordinate workers, seasonal and non-seasonal? Which sectors are included for non-seasonal subordinate workers? What … Read more
The elective residence permit (Art. 11 DPR 394/99 and subsequent amendments; Ministry of Foreign Affairs Decree, 12 July 2000) is a type of permit designed for non-EU citizens who wish to live permanently in Italy and can rely on a pension or other regular and independent income.Let’s take a closer look at who can apply, … Read more
On 29 July, the Italian Government published on its official website the draft of the immigration quota decree for the three-year period 2026–2028. Below is a detailed explanation of its contents and the new elements introduced. Indice How many quotas are set out in the decree for the 2026–2028 period? Which productive sectors are included … Read more
Family reunification is a right granted to those who legally reside in Italy. However, recent legislative changes have restricted access to this right. Decree Law 145/2024 introduced a requirement of two consecutive years of legal residence for certain categories, raising concerns over its compatibility with Italy’s legal system and constitutional legitimacy. This measure also raises … Read more
Among the various ways of obtaining Italian citizenship, that of residency is surely the most commonly used. But what requirements are needed? And how can it be requested? Let’s see together. Indice Cos’è la cittadinanza italiana per residenza? Quali sono i requisiti principali? Lo straniero nato in Italia ha delle agevolazioni per l’ottenimento della cittadinanza … Read more
The conversion of a residence permit for seasonal work into a non-seasonal subordinate employment permit is the main goal for many foreign nationals who arrive in Italy through the decreto flussi (flow decree). However, the procedure is often quite lengthy, and during the wait, the residence permit may expire. Is it still possible to work … Read more
The (brief) period for pre-filing applications for the October seasonal work permit is approaching. Here’s a short guide to help you get fully prepared. Indice When is the next click day for seasonal flow applications? How many quotas are available for seasonal workers in the October 2025 click day? When does the pre-filing period end? … Read more
The new abrogative referendum scheduled for June 8–9, 2025, aims to shorten the time required to obtain Italian citizenship through residency. This legislative initiative seeks to amend Law No. 91/1992—a piece of legislation now considered outdated—specifically modifying Article 9, which governs access to citizenship for foreign nationals. The referendum question, already approved by the Constitutional … Read more
With bill n. 36 of 28 March 2025 the government has introduced urgent measures regarding citizenship, narrowing the applicability of iure sanguinis. Let’s see what this involves. Indice Citizenship by descent (iure sanguinis) before bill n. 36/2025 Citizenship by descent (iure sanguinis) after the introduction of bill n. 36/2025 The motivations for the changes in … Read more
Visa applications submitted to embassies often take a considerable amount of time to process. In many cases, even obtaining a simple appointment may take months—or even years. In this article, we’ll explore the most common issues that can stall the visa process and what legal remedies are available to overcome them. Indice The Main Obstacles … Read more