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Monthly briefingItalyWeek ending December 3, 2025

Monthly update on December 2025: Italy Locks in 3-Year Work Visa Rules & Sets Citizenship Court Date

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Italy has approved a three-year overhaul of its work visa system and introduced out-of-quota permits for descendants of emigrants. Meanwhile, a crucial court ruling on citizenship is set for March 2026.

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Key takeaways

  • The Italian Senate approved the Flussi Decree, establishing a three-year framework for work visas.
  • Foreigners can now legally begin working while awaiting the conversion of their residence permits.
  • Descendants of Italian emigrants are now eligible for work permits outside the standard quota limits.
  • The Constitutional Court will rule on the validity of the new citizenship law on March 11, 2026.
  • The pre-filing deadline for the Flussi 2026 work visa quota closes on December 7.

Senate Approves Three-Year Flussi Decree

The Italian Senate has officially passed the Flussi Decree for 2025, locking in a comprehensive reform of the work visa system for the next three years. This move provides much-needed predictability for expats and employers planning relocation strategies through official work quotas.

Work Permitted During Residence Permit Conversion

Under the new immigration law, foreign nationals are no longer required to wait idly while their residence permit conversion is processed. Applicants are now legally permitted to commence employment during the waiting period, significantly reducing bureaucratic delays for workers.

New Out-of-Quota Route for Italian Descendants

Italy has introduced a dedicated immigration pathway for individuals with Italian ancestry. Descendants of Italian emigrants can now apply for work permits outside of the standard Flussi quota limits, offering a streamlined option for those who can prove their lineage.

Constitutional Court to Review Citizenship Law

The Italian Constitutional Court has scheduled a hearing for March 11, 2026, to determine the validity of the new citizenship law. Until this date, the current naturalization processes remain in effect without retroactive cancellations. However, applicants planning long-term citizenship strategies should remain aware of this impending legal review.

Urgent Deadlines and Next Steps

Prospective applicants must act quickly on upcoming deadlines to secure their immigration status.

  • Submit pre-filing applications for the Flussi 2026 work visa quotas before the window closes on December 7.
  • Foreigners awaiting permit conversions can immediately begin working under the new legal provisions.
  • Explore family archives to determine eligibility for the out-of-quota work permits available to Italian descendants.

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