# Italy Work Visas

> Work visas and EU Blue Card for non-EU hires in Italy. €2,500 per case.


<section> <span class="eyebrow">Visas and immigration</span> <h1 id="bring-non-eu-talent-to-italy">Bring non-EU talent to Italy</h1> <p class="lede">Hiring a US citizen or another non-EU national? The employee needs a work permit before moving. We act as the Italian employer and sponsor.</p> </section> <section> <h2 id="two-main-routes">Two main routes</h2> <div class="grid"> <div class="panel"><h3 id="eu-blue-card">EU Blue Card</h3><p>For qualified roles above a minimum salary threshold. Not subject to annual quotas and leads to mobility within the EU.</p><p>Salary threshold 2026: about €36,300 gross a year <span class="review">[official reference to confirm]</span></p></div> <div class="panel"><h3 id="ordinary-work-permit">Ordinary work permit</h3><p>Under the annual quota system (Decreto Flussi, 2026–2028 planning). Timing depends on quota windows.</p></div> </div> </section> <section> <h2 id="the-process">The process</h2> <ol class="steps"> <li><strong>Eligibility check</strong>Degree, salary and role against the route requirements.</li> <li><strong>Work authorization</strong>We file the nulla osta with the Immigration Office (Sportello Unico).</li> <li><strong>Visa</strong>The employee applies at the Italian consulate in their country.</li> <li><strong>Arrival</strong>Residence permit, tax code, registration with the health service.</li> </ol> <p class="review">[Review: typical timelines per route from our own cases.]</p> <div class="cta"><a class="btn" href="contact.html">Check eligibility</a></div> </section>


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