Self-Employment Visa (Decreto Flussi quota) (Visto per lavoro autonomo)
Self-Employment Visa (Decreto Flussi quota) is a residence route in Italy (Entrepreneur). Annual quota (DPCM 2 Oct 2025: ~500 places for entrepreneurs, professionals, company officers, artists, startup founders). Entrepreneur category: ≥€500k own funds + 3 jobs; certified resources ≥€21,303; prior income ≥~€8.5k. Gov fees ~€800 (family of 3).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 7'990. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 23–43%; 15% flat 'forfettario' possible for small self-employed
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 | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 750 |
| Income / yr | CHF 7'990 |
| Assets | CHF 20'000 |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | ownBusiness |
| Eligible | non-EU/EEA nationals; quota (500/yr for listed categories) |
| Tax | Worldwide 23–43%; 15% flat 'forfettario' possible for small self-employed |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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