Visa rules for nomads
Remote work entry pathway
Nomad Visa Income Italy features an active official Digital Nomad Visa for highly skilled remote workers from non-EU countries, requiring a minimum annual income of roughly €28,000, health insurance, and proof of accommodation.
Nomad Visa Duration Issued for 1 year, renewable annually while the income and insurance conditions continue to be met.
Tourist Entry US, UK and Canadian citizens receive 90 days visa-free entry within any 180-day period under Schengen zone rules.
Business Meetings Standard 90-day Schengen entry permits conferences, corporate meetings and contract negotiation, but not local employment.
Money
Tipping customs
A small fee called "coperto" (cover charge) is usually added to restaurant bills. Extra tipping is entirely optional; leaving €1–€2 per person is polite for great service.
Where to base
Nomad hotspots
Milan, Rome, Florence, Sicily, and Puglia.
Workspace
Coworking availability
Excellent; rapidly growing corporate and independent tech hubs across Milan and Rome; smaller community hubs expanding in the south.
Cultural risk
Local taboo
Never order a cappuccino after 11:00 AM (it is strictly a morning drink); do not request tap water in restaurants (always order bottled aqua frizzante or naturale).
Personal security
Safety index
High; violent crime is rare, but pickpocketing is common around major Roman and Milanese tourist sites.
Geolocation
Italy on the map
41.8719, 12.5674
Capital
Rome
Currency
Euro (€)
Plug type
Type C / L / F (230V, 50Hz)