Find Your Safest Path to Italian Residency Through Investment

A private eligibility and investment-fit review for non-EU investors and their families.

Why Choose Italy

Your Capital Stays Protected Until You Are Pre-Approved

You are never asked to invest before the Italian authorities confirm you qualify. Capital moves only after your Nulla Osta pre-approval is issued — so you know your path is secure before a euro is committed.

A Track Record You Can Verify

Ariete Capital is a licensed investment and residency advisory firm. Every figure below is verifiable on request, backed by documented case files, government filings, and named client references.

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The Advisors Who Will Review Your Case

Our leadership comes from a background in investment banking, immigration law, and international strategy. We’re based in Italy but serve investors across the globe.
People who want EU access without giving up financial control or legal peace of mind.

dario-montagnese

Dario Montagnese

Seasoned investor with 15+ years in finance.

Michael Maxwell

Experienced leader in investment migration.

We Don't Ask You to Choose. We Recommend.
Based on 5 factors, we tell you the single best route — not five options to compare yourself.

The 5 Factors That Determine Your Route

Your Path, Step by Step

Four stages, clear ownership at each one, realistic timing based on cases we have closed.

1.

Pre-Approval Request (Nulla Osta)

Timing: 30–45 days. You gather personal documents with our checklist; our legal team prepares and files the application with Italian authorities. No capital moves at this stage.

2.

Visa Issuance

Timing: 15–20 days. We coordinate directly with the Italian consulate in your country; you attend one in-person appointment to collect your investor visa.

3.

Entry and Registration

Timing: within 8 days of entry. You travel to Italy; our team accompanies you to register your residency with local authorities.

4.

Investment Execution

Timing: within 3 months of entry. Only now do you transfer capital; we manage execution and provide the documentation required for your permit renewal.

Legal & Financial Questions

What exactly is the Italian Golden Visa?

It is a government-backed residency-by-investment program that grants a renewable 2-year residence permit to non-EU citizens who complete a qualifying investment or donation in Italy, with visa-free travel across the Schengen Area.

Most clients receive their Nulla Osta pre-approval within 30–45 days, and their investor visa within 90 days of starting the process.

After. You are never asked to commit capital before the Italian authorities issue your Nulla Osta pre-approval — your investment is only finalized once your path is confirmed.

Expect government processing fees (typically €300–€500 per application), consular visa fees, and standard legal/notarial costs for the investment vehicle. We provide a full, itemized cost breakdown before you commit to anything.

€250,000 into a qualified Italian startup, €500,000 into an Italian limited company, €1,000,000 as a philanthropic donation, or €2,000,000 in Italian government bonds. We recommend one route based on your profile — we do not ask you to choose from a menu.

Yes. Your spouse and dependent children are included in the same application at no additional investment, and can work or study in Italy under their own residence permits.

You must be a non-EU citizen, financially self-sufficient, with no criminal record, and able to complete one of the qualifying investment routes.

Your investor visa is valid for 2 years. Renewal for a further 3 years requires only that you maintain the qualifying investment — we manage the renewal filing on your behalf.

Investment horizons vary by route (typically 2–5 years). Selling before your permit renewal can affect eligibility; we walk you through exit timing and liquidity for each route before you choose one, as part of your assessment.

Italy offers a flat-tax regime for new residents (a fixed annual amount on foreign-sourced income) that many Golden Visa holders qualify for. We are not tax advisors and always recommend confirming your specific position with a licensed Italian tax professional.

Yes, to execute and hold your qualifying investment. We introduce you to partner banks experienced with non-resident investor onboarding.

Real estate purchase alone does not qualify for the Golden Visa route under current Italian law. It can complement a qualifying investment, but is not a substitute for one — we will tell you clearly if a route you have in mind does not qualify.

Because capital is never invested before pre-approval, a denial carries no investment loss. We review denial cases in advance during your assessment to keep this risk as low as possible.

Check Your Eligibility and Investment Fit

Tell us a little about your situation. A senior advisor reviews every submission personally and replies within one business day.

Start Your Private Assessment

Do you qualify?

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.

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.

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.