🇮🇹 Italy · Artist Entertainer
Self-employment - Sports Activity (Italy) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €700 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 14,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €116 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Declaration of consent by CONI (Italian National Olympic Committee)
- Nulla osta (entry clearance) issued by Italian Questura within the previous 90 days
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://conschicago.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visa-categories-and-requirements/lavoro-autonomo-self-employment-either-short-or-long-term-visa/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €700.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“...exemption from participation in health services contributions (€8,400);”
“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada a contrato/engajamento/evento; fonte não confere PR (rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Sport persons and athletes: - Declaration of consent by CONI (Italian National Olympic Committee) on behalf of the applicant”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.