European Citizenship & Residency News
English summaries of the immigration, naturalisation, Golden Visa, and language-exam changes that matter for citizenship applicants.
Italy Golden Visa Updates and Stricter Nomad Rules in April 2026
April 2026 brings new updates to the Italy Golden Visa program amid a global trend of tightening immigration rules. Digital nomads and investors face stricter requirements for long-term stays.
Italy Prepares for 500K Workers Amid Residence Permit Delays
Italy is opening quotas for 500,000 foreign workers while attracting US retirees. However, applicants face severe residence permit delays, making early renewals essential.
Italy Immigration Update: EES Border Checks and Golden Visa Surge
Italy is rolling out strict biometric border checks under the new Schengen EES system while seeing a surge in Golden Visa applications from American retirees. Passive income visa rules are also under the spotlight.
Italy's Golden Visa Remains Stable as EU Competitors Close Doors
Italy's Golden Visa continues to process applications on time, offering a reliable route for investors as Spain nears a ban and global naturalization timelines face potential extensions.
Italy Immigration Update: Visa Delays, TLScontact Glitches, and Golden Visa Rules
Italy maintains its Golden Visa and Elective Residency programs without tightening rules, but applicants face severe consular delays. A recent TLScontact glitch and passport return backlogs are disrupting entry timelines.
Italy Immigration Update: Consular Reforms, Strikes & Visa Routes
Italy faces a 300,000-worker shortage and immigration service delays due to strikes. Meanwhile, consular reforms and stricter compliance rules are reshaping visa processing for investors and expats.
Italy Tests Digital Schengen Visas Amid Stricter Border Checks
Italy is rolling out a paperless Schengen visa system to streamline entry, even as European consulates tighten application reviews. Meanwhile, local work permit quotas face processing delays.
Italy Centralizes Overseas Citizenship & Launches Digital Visas
Italy is modernizing its immigration system by centralizing overseas citizenship applications and rolling out digital Schengen visas. Meanwhile, its digital nomad visa remains highly accessible.
Italy Tightens Tourist Rules as EU Launches Talent Visa Strategy
Italy is introducing new tourist taxes and entry rules while the EU rolls out a unified talent visa strategy. Meanwhile, the Italian passport gains expanded visa-free access to the UAE.
Italy Visa IT Pause, Skilled Worker Fast-Track & Portugal Citizenship Updates
Italy temporarily paused global visa processing for IT upgrades while fast-tracking entry for skilled non-EU workers. Meanwhile, Portugal considers revising its Nationality Law, signaling potential changes for investors.
Italy Announces 2026 Immigration Rule Changes Amid Drop in Sea Arrivals
Italy has unveiled planned updates to its immigration and citizenship rules for 2026. Meanwhile, a sharp drop in irregular sea arrivals could help authorities process legal residence permits faster.
Italy Immigration 2026: Golden Visa Stability & Turin Office Move
Italy's Golden Visa remains a stable route for Schengen access in 2026. Meanwhile, digital nomads gain a clear path to citizenship, and Turin consolidates its immigration offices.
Italy Opens 500K Work Quotas & Digital Visas While Portugal Halts Citizenship Reforms
Italy announces nearly 500,000 work visa quotas and plans fully digital consular services by 2026. Meanwhile, Portugal's Constitutional Court blocks citizenship reforms, maintaining the status quo for investors.
Italy Immigration Update: Digital Nomad Tax Breaks & Holiday Delays
Italy is introducing new tax incentives for digital nomads while tightening its broader asylum policies. Expect significant immigration processing delays due to the upcoming holiday season.