Can my spouse and kids come with me on Italy's digital nomad visa?
Updated · Taxes & family guide · Not legal advice
Yes. The implementing rules allow family members of a digital nomad or remote worker to come under the family reunification provisions of art. 29 of the Immigration Act: typically a spouse, minor children and, in limited cases, dependent adult children or parents. Each family member applies for their own visa and permit, with apostilled and translated relationship documents, and the authorities check that your income and housing are enough for the family.
| Family member | Eligible? | Key documents |
|---|---|---|
| Spouse | Yes (art. 29 conditions) | Marriage certificate, apostilled + Italian translation |
| Minor children | Yes | Birth certificates; consent of the other parent if not travelling |
| Adult dependent children | Limited cases | Proof of dependency (e.g. health reasons) |
| Dependent parents | Limited cases | Proof of dependency and no other support |
| Unmarried partner | Check with the consulate | Proof of a registered partnership may help |
Income and housing
Plan for income above the single-applicant €28,000, and for housing big enough for everyone: family reunification rules include a housing suitability test. Each person needs health insurance.
School and work
- Children living in Italy can attend Italian state schools; enrol through the local school or comune.
- A family permit generally allows work in Italy; confirm with the Questura when the permit is issued.
Quick answers
- Can my spouse come with me on the Italy digital nomad visa?
- Yes, under the art. 29 family reunification rules, with their own visa and permit.
- Can my partner work in Italy?
- Family permits generally allow work. Confirm on the permit issued.
- Do kids need their own insurance?
- Each family member needs health cover. A family policy listing everyone works.
What to do next
Moving as a family? The $999 Family plan covers checklists for every member and apostille/translation coordination.
Free eligibility check and checklist. Paid plans are one-time, flat fees for a human review of your full Italy visa file.
Sources
- Normattiva: Legislative Decree 286/1998, art. 29 (family reunification)
- Gazzetta Ufficiale: inter-ministerial decree of 29 February 2024 on digital nomads and remote workers
- Ministero degli Esteri: Visto per l'Italia (visa finder and document lists)
Checked: . Rules change; confirm current values on the official pages above before you file.