Residence permit for workers already employed in the same group

The residence permit provided for in art. 27, letter i-bis, of Legislative Decree 286/98 is a specific type of authorization intended for workers who must move to Italy to work at the headquarters of Italian companies or corporations.

Characteristics of the residence permit (art. 27, letter i-bis):

1. Recipients:

Workers who have been employed for at least 12 months (within the 48 months prior to applying for the nulla osta) in:

-         companies based in Italy

-         Italian companies participating in the ownership of other companies according to the latest consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with Legislative Decree No. 9 of April 1991. 127

2. Origin:

- these companies must operate in states or territories that do not belong to the European Union

3. Purpose:

The worker must be employed in the Italian offices of the above-mentioned companies or corporations.

4. Required documents – among others:

- Contract or proof of previous employment (showing 12 months of employment within the previous 48 months)

- Consolidated financial statements of the company confirming the link with the Italian headquarters

Application procedure

1. Work authorization application:

It must be submitted by an Italian company to the competent Sportello Unico per l’Immigrazione.

2. Visa issuance:

After obtaining authorization, the worker must apply for a visa for subordinate work at the Italian Consulate in the country of origin.

3. Issuance of the residence permit:

Once in Italy, the worker must apply for a residence permit at the Police Headquarters within 8 days of entry.

Advantages of the residence permit according to art. 27 let. Ibis:

-         It allows the transfer of qualified personnel between the different headquarters of a company, facilitating the international mobility of workers with specific experience.

-         It allows the initiation of the procedure for the admission of workers outside the quota system provided for by the Decreto Flussi.

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The content of this article is intended to provide general guidance on the subject. For questions or specific cases you should seek specialized advice based on your specific situation.