Italyโ€™s 2026โ€“2028 Work Visa Plan Explained: Key Dates, Sectors, and Application Tips

07 November 2025 ยท Europe Permit

  • ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy announced 497,550 new work visas for non-EU citizens from 2026 to 2028, opening huge opportunities for global job seekers.

  • ๐Ÿ“… The plan allocates 164,850 permits for 2026, 165,850 for 2027, and 166,850 for 2028.

  • ๐ŸŒพ Out of the total, 267,000 are for seasonal workers and 230,550 for non-seasonal or self-employed roles.

  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธ The priority sectors include agriculture, construction, tourism, manufacturing, and healthcare.

  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Applicants must have a valid job offer from an Italian employer and meet all required skill and documentation criteria.

  • ๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ Employers can submit applications on specific โ€œClick Daysโ€ โ€” so being ready ahead of time is crucial.

  • ๐Ÿ  Once in Italy, foreign workers must apply for a residence permit within eight days of arrival.

  • ๐Ÿ“‰ Italy aims to address labour shortages caused by its aging population and shrinking workforce.

  • โœ๏ธ Special visa categories exist for self-employed individuals, caregivers, and people of Italian descent.

  • ๐Ÿš€ Foreign workers should prepare early, track the official dates, and act fast โ€” these visas will be in high demand!

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