Residence Permit (Permesso di soggiorno)

If you plan to stay in Italy for more than 90 days, you need to apply for an Italian residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) or register your residence in Italy, depending on your case.

Ultimately, you can also check if you have the conditions to apply for Italian citizenship.

The types of residence permit applications:

File Request

If you’re entering Italy for the first time, you must apply for your residence permit within 8 days from arrival.

Renewal (Rinnovo)

For renewing your residence permit, you need to submit your application 60 days before the current permit expires.

Conversion of the Residence Permit

If you need to convert your existing permit for different reasons (e.g., from study to work)

Types of residence permits in Italy:

Cohabitation

Cohabitation with an Italian family member. If you live with an Italian relative up to the second degree

Unlimited

If you have held a residence permit for at least 5 years

Work

If you are an employee or self-employed

Study

If you want to study or train in Italy

Family Cohesion

If you want to reunite directly in Italy.

Family Reasons

If you  have a family member legally residing in Italy.

Adoption

If you were adopted over the age of 18 by an Italian.

De Facto Couple

Cohabitation agreement (contract)
If you are in stable relationship with an Italian citizen.

Pending Citizenship

If you want to  apply for Italian Citizenship jure sanguinis in Italy – Comune cases.

Child Care

If you are irregular and have a child in need of care.

Reasons of Justice

If  there is a criminal case in progress. The request must come from the Judicial Authority. The presence on the Italian territory is necessary.

HOW WE CAN HELP

A) Request of the Residence Permit

We simplify the process and ensure everything runs smoothly with the authorities.

Application via postal

If you are based in Rome and opt for in-person consultation, we will complete the postal kit on your behalf, and all you’ll need to do is mail it.

If you prefer an online consultation, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to fill out the kit and provide full support throughout the process.

Application by appointment at the police station (Questura)

If you are based in Rome and opt for in-person consultation, we’ll handle the appointment booking and personally accompany you to the police station.

If you prefer an online consultation, we will schedule the appointment for you and remain available by phone on the day of your visit. Alternatively, we can arrange for a domiciliary lawyer to support you in person during your appointment

B) Acceleration of the process

If you submitted your application at least 60 or 90 days ago (depending on the type of permit you applied for) and have not yet been called or received it, we will send a formal notice.

We will personally visit  or contact the offices to check the status of your application and verify if there are any issues.

We will send a formal notice, via certified email (PEC) to the Police Headquarters. The purpose is to put the state in a position to decide on your application within 30 days.

What if the formal notice is not enough?

In this case, it is necessary to file an appeal with the court or the Administrative Regional Court (TAR).

Through the appeal, which only a lawyer can file, we will ask the judge to order the Police Headquarters to issue the permit or residency card.

Additionally, we will request compensation for all the damages you have suffered due to the delay.

C) Notice of Rejection

If you’ve received a notice of rejection, it’s important to speak to a lawyer immediately. We can help you understand the reasons for pre-announced rejection, explore your options, and take quick action to address any issues, increasing your chances of a successful outcome.

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