Step 1: 📝 Employer Applies for Work Authorization (Nulla Osta al Lavoro)
The first step is initiated by your prospective Italian employer.
They apply for a work permit known as the Nulla Osta al Lavoro on your behalf.
Key Details:
- Application submitted to the Italian Immigration Office (Sportello Unico per l’Immigrazione) in the relevant province
- Authorities check compliance with quotas and labor laws
- Once approved, the Nulla Osta is electronically sent to the Italian embassy or consulate in your country
Step 2: 🛂 Visa Application at the Italian Embassy or Consulate
Once the work permit is approved, the employer’s local immigration office notifies the diplomatic mission.
You can then apply for your seasonal work visa.
You will typically need to provide:
- A copy of the approved Nulla Osta
- A valid passport and passport-size photos
- Proof of accommodation and financial means (if required)
- Documents confirming the employment offer
- Medical check results or health insurance, depending on embassy rules
Always verify the exact list of documents with the local embassy or consular office, as requirements may vary.
Step 3: 🏠 Entering Italy and Signing the Contract
Once your visa is issued, you can legally enter Italy. Upon arrival:
- Sign a residence contract with your employer
- Apply for a residence permit (Permesso di Soggiorno) within 8 days of entering the country
✅ Summary
Obtaining a seasonal work visa in Italy involves close coordination between:
- The employer
- Italian immigration offices
- The Italian consulate in your home country
While the process has several steps, it ensures:
- Legal protection for workers
- Support for essential sectors of the Italian economy during busy seasons