Applying for the Italy Golden Visa is the fastest route to Italian residency if you’re a non-EU investor. But don’t let the word “golden” fool you—it’s a legal process with very specific steps, tight filing windows, and high rejection risks if done wrong.
At Pearl Lemon Visa, we handle the paperwork, legal review, investment structure, and consulate steps—so you don’t have to wonder what’s next.
We Handle the Hard Part. You Handle the Investment.
Whether you’re placing funds in Italian startups, buying government bonds, or donating to national projects — it has to be done the right way. Wrong paperwork, missed steps, or miscommunication with consulates? That alone can delay your residency by months.
Our job is to handle the filing, coordinate with local offices, and make sure your Italy golden visa application is approved on the first attempt.
What We Offer (Services That Actually Matter)
Clear Review of Your Eligibility and Options
We start by reviewing your background, income, passport, and investment structure. Then, we tell you which of the four legal investment paths make sense for your case.
Example: A UK investor planned to donate €1M to a non-profit that didn’t meet Italian criteria. We found a government-recognized foundation and rewrote the investment proposal to qualify.
Strategic Advice on Picking the Right Investment Route
Italy offers four legal options under the Golden Visa:
- €2 million in government bonds
- €500,000 in an Italian limited company
- €250,000 in a listed innovative startup
- €1 million donation to a public-interest initiative (education, culture, research, etc.)
We explain the pros, the timelines, and the documents required — and help you avoid choosing something that could disqualify you.
Example: A tech investor originally wanted the startup route, but the company wasn’t registered in the official startup registry. We found another eligible startup through our network, and he was accepted
Documentation Built for Italian Bureaucracy
Consulates don’t want pitch decks. They want legally formatted financial proof, notarized documents, translated files, and official declarations.
We handle:
- Letters of commitment
- Fund origin proof
- Declarations of investment intent
- Identity documentation
- Income statements
- Apostille formatting + certified translations
Example: A UAE investor’s documents were rejected because of missing financial legalization. We reissued certified files through our Italian notary network and submitted a compliant packet.
Nulla Osta Filing and Approval (Certificate of No Impediment)
Before you apply for the visa, you must get the Nulla Osta — an official pre-approval from the Italian government confirming your investment is valid.
We handle every part of this process — from document prep to submitting through the Ministry of Economic Development.
Example: A Canadian family filed twice without success. We restructured their shareholding structure, resubmitted the Nulla Osta file, and got approval in 32 business days.
Embassy Filing, Appointment Booking, and Visa Issuance
After Nulla Osta, we prepare the full consular application. We know exactly how each embassy differs — and we prepare your packet accordingly.
Example: An Indian entrepreneur submitted through the Mumbai consulate. We translated his business documents, scheduled the appointment, and got the visa issued in under 3 weeks
Arrival Support and Investment Completion in Italy
Once your visa is granted, you’ll need to enter Italy, activate your investment, and apply for your official residence permit.
We assist with:
- Banking setup
- Residence permit appointments
- Italian tax code (codice fiscale)
- Permesso di soggiorno filing
- Local legal filings related to the investment
Example: A U.S. investor purchased €2 million in bonds. We set up his brokerage account, submitted proof to the Ministry, and booked his residency appointment within 10 days of arrival.
Where We Offer Italy Golden Visa Services
We support investors across Italy’s most active investment regions, including:
- Milan
- Rome
- Bologna
- Florence
- Venice
- Naples
We work directly with startups, lawyers, and foundations that qualify under Italy’s investment laws.
We’re not just a visa agency. We know which companies, banks, and donation recipients are legally acceptable — and we help you deal only with those that make your file stronger.
Why Investors Work With Us (Instead of Wasting Time)
- We format every file to meet consulate and ministry expectations
- We know how to structure foreign investments to match Italian rules
- We verify every startup or foundation BEFORE you commit funds
- We help you get approval in the region you plan to live in
- We keep your file moving — no endless waiting or email loops
Investor Visa Cases We’ve Filed (And What Happened)
- A Qatari investor placed €500K in a Milan fintech company. We restructured the investment agreement and secured the Nulla Osta within 21 working days.
- An American tech entrepreneur backed a €250K AI startup. We assisted with cap table negotiations, secured the startup registry confirmation, and developed the comprehensive case.
- A German donor placed €1M in an educational fund. We coordinated with the fund’s legal counsel to issue compliant receipts and statements.
- A Brazilian executive chose the bond route. We worked with his European bank to wire funds, issued proof of transaction, and filed for his residence permit in Turin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Government bonds are the least risky but require the highest investment (€2M). Startups offer the lowest entry point but higher risk.
No. The law requires one investment route per application. We help you choose the one that fits.
Yes. Spouse and minor children can be included. No extra investment required.
30–60 days for Nulla Osta, 2–4 weeks for visa issuance. Your file quality directly impacts this
No. Donations are final. We make sure you’re 100% certain and legally protected before any money moves.
Get the Visa. Get the Residence. Get it Right.
You already have the capital. What you need now is clarity, structure, and someone who’s done this before.
Let’s take your Italy Golden Visa from “idea” to “approved”—with real strategy, legal support, and zero loose ends.
