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Residence Permits in Italy

Legal Assistance for Obtaining and Renewing Residence Permits in Italy

If you are a foreign national residing in Italy or looking to establish yourself in the country, it is crucial to have access to expert legal counsel for obtaining or renewing your residence permit. Our team of immigration law specialists is here to guide you through the procedures and ensure your right to legally reside in Italy.

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The residence permit for Italy is a document issued by Italian authorities that certifies a foreign citizen's right to legally reside in the country for a specified period of time. It allows the holder to stay in Italy for purposes such as work, study, family reunification, or other specific reasons established by law.

The residence permit is essential to ensure that a foreign citizen's stay in Italy complies with the country's laws and regulations. Additionally, it may be required for access to certain services and benefits, such as healthcare.

There are different types of residence permits based on the purpose of the stay, including:

Residence Permit for Work: Issued to those who intend to work in Italy.

Residence Permit for Study: Granted to students who wish to attend educational institutions in Italy.

Residence Permit for Family Reasons: Granted to individuals who intend to reunite with family members residing in Italy.

Residence Permit for Political Asylum or Humanitarian Protection: Issued to individuals in need of international protection due to situations of persecution or violence in their home country.

Residence Permit for Health Reasons: Granted to individuals in need of medical treatment in Italy.

Other: There are other categories of residence permits for specific situations.

It is important for foreign citizens wishing to reside in Italy to comply with the procedures and requirements established by the competent authorities for obtaining and renewing the residence permit. In case of doubts or difficulties, seeking legal assistance from attorneys specialized in immigration law is advisable.

If I am a foreigner with a residence permit can I leave and re-enter Italy?
Yes

As of today, in Italy, a foreigner in possession of a residence permit can leave and re-enter Italian territory (both Schengen area states and countries of origin), but there are some specific conditions and rules to be met.

  • Valid residence permit: The residence permit must be valid at the time of exit and re-entry.
  • Valid travel document: Foreigners must possess a valid passport or equivalent travel document.
  • Permanence time abroad: The period of stay abroad must not exceed a certain time limit that depends on the type of permit, usually three months.
  • Schengen area: Holders of an Italian residence permit may travel within the Schengen area for tourism for a maximum period of 90 days per 180 days, without the need for an additional visa.

If I am a foreigner in possession of the receipt of the application for renewal of residence permit can I leave and re-enter Italy?
Yes, but only to one's country of origin

Those who are waiting for a new residence permit to be issued in Italy can leave and re-enter their country of origin, but there are specific conditions to be met:

  • Receipt of application for residence permit: You must have with you the receipt of the application for issuance of the residence permit stating that the issuance procedure is in progress and the residence permit expired.
  • Valid travel document: Foreigners must be in possession of a valid passport or equivalent travel document.
  • Entrance and exit from Italy: Exit and re-entry must be through an Italian external border. This means that you cannot exit and re-enter Italy through another Schengen country.
  • Note: It is very important to remember that you cannot transit through Schengen countries even for air or sea stopovers.

If I am waiting for my new residence permit but do not have a copy of my previous one, can I travel? No

If I am a foreigner awaiting the first issuance of a residence permit can I leave and re-enter Italy?
Yes

A person who is waiting for a residence permit to be issued in Italy can leave and re-enter the country, including the Schengen area, but there are specific conditions to be met:

  • Receipt of application for permission to stay: You must have with you the receipt of the application for a residence permit, so as to certify that the application has been submitted.
  • Valid travel document: Foreigners must be in possession of a valid passport or equivalent travel document.
  • Entrance and exit from Italy: It is imperative that exit and entry into Italian territory must be through an Italian border, that is, it is not possible to exit or re-enter Italy through a non-Italian external border.

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