The Italy Golden Visa, also called the Italy Investor Visa, allows non-EU citizens and their families to obtain residence permits through investment in just a few months. The program was launched in 2017 to stimulate foreign investments and economic development.
Investors have 4 investment options: opening innovative startups, buying government bonds or securities, purchasing shares in local companies, or making a philanthropic donation.
The residence permit is issued for 2 years with an opportunity to extend it for another 3 years. After investing, foreigners can benefit from the rights granted to residents, including the right to live, work, study, and receive medical care in Italy.