Europe Is Full of Golden Visas, Here’s Why Italy Shines

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In recent years, many European countries have introduced “Golden Visa” programs, offering residency rights in exchange for investment. Popular destinations include Portugal, Spain, Greece, Hungary and Malta. Nowadays, one of them is quickly gaining attention for its affordability, flexibility and lifestyle benefits: the Italian Golden Visa.

At Beyond Global Partners, we have helped people and their loved ones from all over the world evaluate and choose the right residency-by-investment program. Here is why Italy’s €250,000 option is increasingly becoming the smart choice for investors and families.

1. Lower Entry Point Compared to Other EU Golden Visas

While countries like Portugal often require €500,000 investment, Italy’s Innovative Company route starts at just €250,000. This makes it one of the most affordable pathways to EU residency.

With this route, you invest in a government-approved, innovation-driven Italian company. Many investors choose opportunities linked to high-quality projects in hospitality and tourism — such as the renovation of boutique hotels — which offer both security and potential returns.

2. Flexible Residency Requirements

Some Golden Visa programs require you to spend a minimum number of days each year in the country to keep your status. The Italian Golden Visa has no minimum stay requirement.

That means you can:

Maintain your current lifestyle while holding Italian residency.
Use Italy as a base for European travel and business.
Decide later whether you want to relocate permanently.

3. Family Inclusion and Long-Term Benefits

Your investment covers your spouse, children under 18 and dependent parents. It İs a family-friendly program that ensures everyone enjoys the same rights to live, work and study in Italy.

After 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency. After 10 years, you can be eligible for Italian citizenship, one of the world’s most powerful passports, offering visa-free travel to over 190 countries.

4. Cultural, Lifestyle, and Business Advantages

Living in Italy means access to:

Excellent healthcare and education systems.
A Mediterranean lifestyle — world-famous cuisine, climate and cultural heritage.
A strategic business location with easy access to EU, Middle Eastern and African markets.

Italy is also a global leader in fashion, design, automotive and hospitality — sectors where international investors can find exciting opportunities.

5. Why Work with Beyond Global Partners?

Choosing the right Golden Visa program can be complex. Our team at Beyond Global Partners has nearly 20 years of experience guiding clients through every stage — from initial consultation to receiving your residency permit.

Here’s what sets us apart:

Global presence: Offices in London, Canada, Hungary, Greece, UAE, Turkey, China and more.
Multilingual expertise: We speak your language — English, Turkish, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, and more.
Trusted network in Italy: We work directly with vetted, government-approved partners to ensure your investment is secure.
Full-service support: From document preparation to long-term residency planning.