EU/EEA/Swiss free movement (registration with the anagrafe) (Iscrizione anagrafica cittadini UE)
EU/EEA/Swiss free movement (registration with the anagrafe) is a residence route in Italy (EU / EFTA free movement). Register at comune within 3 months; non-active: sufficient resources + health insurance. Permanent right after 5 yrs. Naturalisation: EU 4 yrs, Swiss/non-EU 10 yrs; Italian B1. Gov fees ~€50 (family of 3).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 4 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 23–43%; €300k flat tax option on foreign income
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | EU / EFTA free movement |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 50 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 4 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | EU/EEA/CH only |
| Tax | Worldwide 23–43%; €300k flat tax option on foreign income |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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