EU long-term residence permit

If the goal is to stay in Italy for the long term, one of the available alternatives is the EU long-term resident residence permit, which facilitates the transition from temporary resident to permanent resident and, in the long term, facilitates the application for Italian citizenship by residence.

Requirements to apply for the EU long-term resident residence permit

To apply for the EU long-term resident residence permit, you must:

o be a legal resident in Italy for at least 5 years, with registration in the Registry Office

o have suitable accommodation

o have had, at least in the last year prior to the application, a stable income higher than the minimum required for exemption from participation in health care costs;

o demonstrate knowledge of the Italian language at a minimum level A2

o demonstrate the absence of a criminal record in Italy.

Benefits of the EU long-term residence permit

• Duration and flexibility: does not require frequent renewals and allows you to work and study

• Stability: simplifies the process of staying in Italy long-term, avoiding restrictions related to the renewal of permits for study/work/family

• Bridge to citizenship: after ten years of legal residence in Italy, the holder can apply for Italian citizenship by residence

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