Ariete Capital

An Italian financial group operating in the Italy Investor Visa space since 2018.

Two qualifying routes. Both lead with the investment. Residency follows.

Based in Turin. Four verticals: Value, Tech, Properties, Venture.

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Who we are

Ariete Capital is a financial group operating in the Italian and international markets since 2018. Our portfolio is diversified across sectors, asset classes, and geographies, structured through four specialised investment verticals.

Our mission is to create sustainable long-term value for our shareholders regardless of market conditions, through constant asset growth and a significant dividend policy. Our vision foresees a future where smart capital allocators thrive through the combination of human intuition and the power of Artificial Intelligence.

Value

Private holding investing in stocks, bonds and ETFs through proprietary trading strategies.

Tech

AI technology development and advisory for finance, wealth management and legal.

Properties

Real estate developments, engineering services and direct investments in high-yield verticals.

Venture

AI and automation start-up studio built on fast prototyping and disciplined capital deployment.

What we offer

The two Investor Visa routes

Ariete Capital operates two qualifying investment routes under Italy’s Investor Visa framework. Both are structured to lead with the underlying investment, with residency as a secondary outcome.

€ 250,000

Innovative
Startup

Invest in innovation with high potential returns.

€ 500,000

Italian
Shares

Invest in some of Italy’s most solid companies.

Why Italy Now

Italy is drawing a different kind of capital than it did five years ago. Three shifts are converging.

The Italian flat-tax regime, nicknamed svuota Londra (“empties London”) in the Italian press, has pulled non-domiciled wealth out of the UK since the April 2025 non-dom changes. Paired with the Investor Visa, it works less like a residency application and more like a wealth-structuring plan.

Italy’s 2025 restrictions to jure sanguinis citizenship narrowed the ancestry route for millions of heritage-diaspora families, particularly across North America. Families who once treated ancestry as their default path to Italian residency now look at the Investor Visa instead.

There’s a third shift that gets less coverage. Italy is becoming the structural European alternative for investors moving away from US exposure. The country’s operating businesses have outlasted multiple economic cycles. Anglo private equity rarely can say the same.

One frame runs under all three. Italy is being approached as an investment destination first. Residency comes after.

The team

Dario
Montagnese

Chief Executive Officer

Michael
Maxwell

Partner,
Head of Business Development

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Ariete Tech Solutions

Ariete Tech Solutions, the technology division of Ariete Capital, offers a Golden Visa–eligible investment through a €250,000 position in a certified innovative startup helping mid-market and enterprise clients across Europe adopt AI safely and within the boundaries the EU AI Act now imposes.

The company delivers five service lines built around AI adoption and compliance: corporate AI education and literacy training, adoption and implementation advisory, AI governance and risk-classification frameworks, architecture advisory for organisations building AI capability in-house, and proprietary subscription software developed in-house and sold to market.

The model is proven:

  • Recurring revenue: paying clients on fixed monthly retainers, plus project-based engagements delivered and closed
  • Regulatory tailwind: demand driven by AI Act obligations on literacy, governance and documentation
  • Proprietary tools: subscription software developed in-house and sold as a scalable product line
  • Disciplined capital use: a Lombard facility funds capex and opex without liquidating the underlying securities portfolio

Investors receive equity in a growing AI advisory and software business at the intersection of enterprise AI adoption and regulatory compliance. The structure is professionally managed and fully compliant, with clear liquidity pathways through strategic exits or public offering.

This is a residency-eligible investment designed for HNWI with a long-term perspective, focused on preserving capital while securing Italian residency through a transparent, institutionally governed structure.

Ariete Value

Ariete Capital offers a distinctive investment pathway that combines European residency with ownership in some of Italy’s most iconic companies.

Through a minimum investment of €500,000, investors acquire Class B Units in a KPMG-audited Italian entity that allocates capital across a curated portfolio of market leaders including Ferrari, Moncler, Brunello Cucinelli, Campari, and Technogym.

The strategy is deliberately structured:

  • 70% in Italian public equities
  • 20% in alternatives
  • 10% in cash equivalents
     

This diversified allocation targets a net IRR of 9%, balancing capital preservation with growth.

Ariete provides both a legitimate pathway to Italian residency and meaningful exposure to Italy’s luxury, lifestyle, and industrial champions, making it an ideal solution for investors seeking both European access and long-term capital growth rooted in Italian excellence.

The 4-Step Process to
Your Golden Visa

With Ariete Capital, the path to residency is straightforward and stress-free.

Steps:

  1. Select Your Investment Path – €250K startup or €500K portfolio

  2. Submit Application – With our legal & compliance support

  3. Receive Approval – Directly from Italian authorities

  4. Secure Residency – For you and your family, renewable and extendable

Why Partner with Ariete Capital

We go far beyond paperwork. Ariete Capital is your trusted investment partner in Italy, guiding every step of the journey.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Tailored Investments: €250K innovative startups or €500K diversified portfolios
  • Full-Service Guidance: From application to approval, handled end-to-end
  • Proven Expertise: A specialized team with extensive Golden Visa track record
  • Lifestyle Concierge: Support with relocation, real estate, education, and integration in Italy

The Italian Golden Visa: Your Gateway to Europe

Italy’s Golden Visa isn’t just a permit—it’s the most elegant way to secure EU residency and safeguard your wealth.

  • Residency in Italy with full EU mobility

  • Valid for the whole family (spouse & dependents)

  • No minimum stay requirement

  • Strong legal framework, backed by the Italian government

  • Lifestyle benefits: healthcare, education, cultural heritage

Government Bonds

Ariete Capital enables applicants to obtain a Golden Visa through a €2,000,000 investment in Italian government bonds, one of the safest and most conservative options available.

The capital is allocated to BTPs or equivalent long-term instruments issued by the Italian Republic, with a maturity of at least 2 years, and held throughout the duration of the residence permit.

This path offers:

  • State-backed security, with minimal risk of capital loss

  • Passive income via interest payments

  • A clear, predictable structure requiring no active management

It’s particularly suited for:

  • Investors with low risk tolerance

  • Individuals focused on capital preservation

  • Applicants seeking the most institutionally stable route

While returns are modest, this route ensures legal residency through a structure aligned with sovereign financial instruments and minimal exposure to market volatility.

Philanthropic Donation

Ariete Capital provides access to a Golden Visa-eligible path through a €1,000,000 philanthropic donation to Italian public-interest initiatives, in line with national priorities.

These contributions are made to officially recognized organizations operating in sectors such as education, culture, scientific research, and immigration support — initiatives that enrich Italy’s long-term development and social impact.

While this investment path does not provide financial return, it offers the most streamlined, low-effort route to residency, without the complexity of managing assets or holding capital at risk.

This route is ideal for:

  • High-net-worth individuals looking to combine mobility and legacy

  • Families or trusts with charitable mandates

  • Applicants who value simplicity and social contribution over financial gain

This is a donation-based investment, best suited for those seeking to align their residency goals with long-term values and public good.

Do you qualify?