Welcome to the Italian
Golden Visa Home
Italy's Golden Visa grants EU residency through a qualifying investment from €250,000. Discover structured routes, full legal support and a 100% approval track record built by Italians, for international investors.
Check Your EligibilityThe Ariete Method | Our Unique Mechanism
Bureaucracy, legal, investment.
All inclusive.
From the first eligibility call to the moment your residence permit is issued, every step is handled entirely by our team.
- Full legal coordination with Italian authorities, no third-party lawyers to manage
- Direct submission and follow-up with the Nulla Osta committee
- Document preparation, translation and certification handled in-house
- Capital deployed only after your permit is issued, zero upfront exposure
How It Works
Your path to Italian residency
in 5 steps.
Step 01
Eligibility and Structuring
We review your profile, assess investment suitability and identify the route that best fits your goals, timeline and tax situation.
Step 02
Legal and Document Preparation
Our team prepares the full document pack, handles certified translations and manages KYC and AML compliance on your behalf.
Step 03
Nulla Osta Submission
We file directly with the Italian Ministry. The Nulla Osta committee typically delivers a decision within 30 days of submission.
Step 04
Visa and Permit Coordination
We guide you through the consulate appointment, entry into Italy and the residence permit application for you and your family.
Step 05 - Capital moves here
Investment Deployment
Only at this point does your capital move. Your permit is already in hand. Zero upfront financial exposure at any earlier stage.
Why investors trust Ariete
The last major European residency program still fully open.
Spain closed entirely in April 2025. Portugal eliminated real estate. Greece doubled its thresholds to €800K in prime areas. Italy: unchanged since 2017.
| Country | Status | Min. Investment | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇹 Italy ✅ | ✅ Open | €250K | Unchanged since 2017 |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | ⚠ Limited | €500K+ | Real estate option removed |
| 🇱🇻 Latvia | ⚠ Limited | €250K+ | Restricted options, limited track record |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | ⚠ Escalated | €800K | Threshold doubled in prime areas |
Italy is now the clearest choice for North American investors seeking a European Plan B.
Check My Eligibility →Why Families Choose Italy
Why more than 500 families choose Italy
as their European Plan B.
Italy is more than a destination. For high-net-worth families, it represents a combination of regulated residency, institutional-grade investment options, and an unmatched quality of life that no other European program currently offers.
Regulated Routes, Predictable Outcomes
Italy's investor visa operates through formal legal processes with defined timelines. No bureaucratic ambiguity, every step follows a government-prescribed framework that gives investors clarity from the first application.
Full Schengen Access for the Whole Family
Italian residency grants visa-free travel across the entire Schengen Area for you and your family members. Live, work, or travel anywhere in the EU without restriction.
Multiple Routes. Liquidity Built In.
From regulated equity vehicles in Italy's industrial champions to government-certified startup routes, Ariete structures options with annual liquidity and full governance, not locked-up funds with no exit visibility.
KPMG-Audited. Fully Transparent.
Every investment through Ariete Capital is structured with institutional-grade custody and independent audited reporting. You always know exactly where your capital is and how it is performing.
Healthcare, Education, La Dolce Vita
Italy's public healthcare system consistently ranks among the world's finest. Access world-class education for your children and a quality of life, food, culture, climate, safety, that no other residency program can replicate.
Italy doesn't just offer residency. It offers a life worth having.
Check My EligibilityWhy Ariete Capital
Most Italian Golden Visa advisors weren't built for American investors. We were.
Ariete Capital is founded in Italy, licensed in Italy, and structures every investment with the complexity of US tax law considered from day one.
Italian-Native Boutique
We are incorporated, regulated, and operating in Italy.
Your application is managed by people who live and work in the country, not foreign consultants advising from abroad.
US Tax Compliance Built In
Every investment structure is reviewed for PFIC exposure, FBAR obligations, and FATCA requirements. We coordinate directly with your US CPA, not against them.
Pre-Approval Before You Invest
Italy approves your residency before you deploy a single euro.
Your capital moves only after your permit is in hand. No upfront capital risk.
Full Family Coverage
Your spouse and dependent children are included at no additional investment threshold. One investment. One application. The whole family is covered.
Investment Routes
Two paths.
One destination.
Both routes grant the same 2-year renewable permit, full Schengen access and path to citizenship. Capital is deployed only after your permit is issued.
€250,000
≈ — USD at live rate
Investment Vehicle
Ariete Tech Solutions - Innovative Startup
- ✓ Lowest entry threshold in the program
- ✓ Government-certified innovative Italian startup
- ✓ Capital deployed only after permit issued
- ✓ Same residency outcome as €500K route
- ⚠ Higher risk profile, early-stage exposure
€500,000
≈ — USD at live rate
Investment Vehicle
Ariete Capital - Italian Company Shares
- ✓ KPMG-audited investment structure
- ✓ Portfolio: Ferrari, Moncler, Brunello Cucinelli, Campari, Technogym
- ✓ Target net IRR 9%, back-tested 10-year track record
- ✓ Annual exit liquidity, not locked in a fund
- ✓ Capital deployed only after permit issued
- ✓ Full family inclusion at no extra threshold
USD equivalent is indicative only, calculated at live mid-market EUR/USD rate. Actual transfer amount may vary based on your bank's exchange rate and fees.
Dario Montagnese
Arietecapital Founder & CEO
Meet Dario
The person who built Italy's first institutional Golden Visa product.
With over 15 years in finance across private equity, venture capital and alternative assets, Dario was among the first to structure an institutional-grade product for Italy's Golden Visa at a time when no serious offering existed. Together with co-founder Michael Maxwell, he has guided more than 500 investors through the process, with a 100% approval rate on every application submitted.
We took everything clients loved about Portugal's program and everything they wished existed. Then we built exactly that.
IMI Daily - Investment Migration InsiderItaly is going to be the main residency program in Europe. We didn't see any delays, even as volumes are growing.
IMI Daily - Italy Golden Visa Applications Double in Two Years, Dec 2025The ariete ascendant
What our clients say about us
Real investors. Real outcomes. Every case managed with the same standard of care.
I was overwhelmed by the paperwork and unsure who to trust. Their team made everything smooth and transparent. I had my visa in hand faster than I expected.
They managed everything: investment, legal, the whole process. I didn't have to chase anyone. It was professional from day one.
Not only did I get my residency approved, but I also saw real performance from the investments. This wasn't just a visa it was a smart financial decision.
The Ariete team made the entire process seamless. They were responsive, clear, and genuinely cared about my goals. I felt in good hands from the very first call.
I was hesitant about applying for a visa abroad, but Ariete Capital guided me with clarity and confidence. Everything was delivered as promised.
From paperwork to portfolio, they handled it all flawlessly. The experience exceeded my expectations, both legally and financially.
Free Eligibility Assessment
Find out if you qualify for the Italian Golden Visa.
Answer a few questions. A senior Ariete specialist will review your profile and reach out within 1 business day.
- No obligation, completely free
- Reviewed by a senior Ariete specialist, not an automated system
- 100% approval rate on all applications submitted
Check Your Eligibility
Takes less than 2 minutes.
Thank you for your interest.
The Italian Golden Visa requires a minimum investment of 250,000. At the moment this program may not be the right fit, but we'd encourage you to explore your options when you're ready.
Italy's doors remain open. We'll be here when the timing is right.
Thank you, we'll be in touch.
A senior member of Dario's team will review your profile and reach out within 1 business day.
In the meantime, feel free to explore our Italian Golden Visa overview.