Can Australians, Canadians, Brits and New Zealanders get Italy's nomad visa?
Updated · Who qualifies guide · Not legal advice
Yes. Italy's digital nomad and remote worker visa is open to all non-EU nationals, including Australians, Canadians, Britons and New Zealanders, with the same requirements. You apply from abroad at the Italian embassy or consulate covering where you legally live, and some offices add local rules: Canberra, for example, asks for proof you live in its state or territory and insurance cover of at least €30,000.
| Country | Where you apply | Local points to check |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Italian embassy in Canberra or the consulate for your state/territory | Proof of residence in that state (e.g. driver's licence); DFAT apostilles; local insurance certificate rules |
| Canada | Italian embassy or consulate for your province | Canada joined the Apostille Convention in 2024; check the consulate's document rules |
| United Kingdom | Italian consulate covering your address | FCDO apostilles; check whether the consulate uses an external visa centre |
| New Zealand | Italian embassy in Wellington | DIA apostilles; long travel times to appointments |
| United States | One of 10 Italian consular offices by state | See which consulate for my state |
Same rules everywhere
- Highly qualified worker: degree, regulated profession, 5+ years' experience or the ICT route.
- At least 6 months in the remote work.
- Income of about €28,000 a year from lawful sources.
- Health insurance valid in Italy and a registered lease or purchase deed.
You can't switch from a tourist stay
The visa is requested from abroad at the competent consulate. Australians, Canadians, Brits and New Zealanders can visit Italy visa-free for short stays, but that does not let you apply for this visa from inside Italy.
Quick answers
- Can Australians get the Italy digital nomad visa?
- Yes, under the same rules as other non-EU nationals, applying at the Italian office covering their state or territory.
- Do Canadians need an apostille for Italy?
- Canada joined the Apostille Convention in January 2024, so Canadian public documents can now be apostilled. Check the consulate's current instructions.
- Can I apply in a third country where I'm travelling?
- Generally no: apply where you legally reside. Consulates ask for proof of residence in their jurisdiction.
What to do next
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Sources
- Embassy of Italy in Canberra: digital nomads / remote employees (IT, PDF, 2026)
- Ministero degli Esteri: Visto per l'Italia (visa finder and document lists)
- Normattiva: Legislative Decree 286/1998 (Immigration Act), art. 27 incl. para. 1-sexies on digital nomads
- Embassy of Italy in Zagreb: digital nomads requirements (EN/IT, PDF)
Checked: . Rules change; confirm current values on the official pages above before you file.