Italy has recently launched a Digital Nomad Visa to allow remote workers to live and work in the country long-term. Here are some key details about this visa:

• Effective Date: The visa went into effect on April 4.
• Duration: It permits foreigners to remain in the country for up to a year, and it can be renewed annually.
• Target Audience: This visa is aimed at highly skilled remote workers.
• Income Requirement: Applicants must have an annual income of at least three times the minimum level required for exemption from participation in healthcare costs in Italy, which equals out at just under €28,000 annually.
• Health Insurance: Applicants must take out robust health insurance plans valid for the entire period of their stay.
• Previous Experience: Applicants must have been a digital nomad or remote worker elsewhere for at least six months previously.
• Application Process: Applicants must go to a valid diplomatic-consular office and submit a declaration signed by their employer before any visa will be granted.

This visa is a great opportunity for digital nomads dreaming of living in Italy full-time. It recognizes the changing nature of work and opens doors for remote workers from outside the EU. It offers a one-year stay in Italy with the possibility of extension, and even allows you to bring close family members with you. As a visa holder, you can also travel freely throughout the Schengen Area.