Rank #10 · Feb 2026
Italy Digital Nomad Visa
Italy is a paradise for dog owners.
Key Requirements
- Visa Fee
- $130
- Processing
- 2-4 months
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Income
- $2,850/mo
- Savings Option
- N/A
- Pet Friendliness
- 9/10
- Tax trigger
- 183 days
- Insurance required
- Yes
Cost of Living (Nomad Premium 2026)
Based on short-term rentals, coworking, and expat amenities—not local long-term rates.
- Cost Tier
- Medium-High
- Total (est.)
- ~$2,800/mo
- 1BR Center
- ~$1,100/mo
- Coffee
- ~$1.6
- Internet
- 100 Mbps
- Coworking
- ~$190/mo
Visa Overview
Italy's long-awaited nomad visa is active for 2026. It targets 'highly skilled' workers, which usually means those with a university degree or 5+ years of experience in their field. You must have a clean criminal record and a place of stay pre-booked.
Pet Entry & Rules
Italy is a paradise for dog owners. Dogs are welcomed in almost all shops, cafes, and even some high-end boutiques. EU pet passport rules apply. Public transport is very pet-accommodating.
Tax Residency
Nomads can opt into the 'Inpatriates' scheme, which can exempt up to 70% (or 90% in the South) of your income from Italian taxes if you move your residency there for at least 2 years.