The Italian Government has officially published in the Official Gazette the Decree of the President of the Council of Ministers (DPCM) dated October 2, 2025, establishing the programming of legal entries of foreign workers to Italy for...
Can you travel with a permesso di soggiorno receipt? Rules and Risks (2026)- with summary table
Many applicants ask whether they can travel while waiting for a permesso di soggiorno, and whether the receipt allows them to leave and re-enter Italy.The rules depend on where you travel, whether your permit is expired, and whether you are renewing or...
Decree-Law No. 146/2025 and Decreto Flussi Published: Updates on Italian Immigration and Work Permits
Introduction to Decree-Law No. 146/2025 On October 3, 2025, Decree-Law No. 146/2025 was published in the Official Gazette (Gazzetta Ufficiale) and entered into force on October 4, 2025. The decree has since been transmitted to the Italian Parliament for conversion...
What Is the Postal Kit for Permesso di Soggiorno and How Does It Work?
What is the Postal Kit for Italian residence permit The Postal Kit is the official paper application used in Italy to apply for, renew, or update some types of residence permits (permesso di soggiorno).It is a package of standardized forms issued...
Italian Employee Work Permit: Rules, Renewal & Job Loss Explained by a Lawyer
What is the Italian work permit for employees: an overview The main reason foreigners request a residence permit in Italy is for employment. This permit is regulated by articles 5, 5 bis, 21, 22 of Legislative Decree n. 286/98, and subsequent amendments, articles 9,...
How to Join an Italian or EU Family Member in Italy: Family Visa Rules
Since June 1, 2024, there have been are important changes to the family reunion visa process for non-EU citizens who want to join an Italian or EU citizen family member in Italy. These changes come from updates to Italian Immigration Law - art. 23 D.lgs 30/2007 and...
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