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Your first 8 days: applying for the permesso di soggiorno

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If you arrive with a type D visa you must apply for a residence permit within 8 working days. Here is the process via the Poste Italiane kit.

Information, not legal advice. MovItaly is not a law firm. Check with the questura or consulate before you act.

Who is this for

Non-EU citizens who entered Italy with a type D visa (work, study, family and others) and need a first residence permit.

Requirements

  • Apply within 8 working days of arrival.
  • Documents depend on your permit type; your visa category tells you which annexes to use.

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Last verified: 2026-10-20 Report an error

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