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whidden39
Joined 2001
Posts: 710

5-Year Visa?

8 years ago

A couple I know have been legally living in Italy for the past six years obtaining their PdiS each year. Somehow they were under the impression that after 5 years of legal residency, they would be able to apply for this 5 year visa. They have never derived any employment or other income from Italy and consider themselves permanent, year-round residents. The Questura told them the 5-year visa is for those employed in Italy. Are my friends (or the Questura) well informed about this visa. Has anyone had personal experience applying or obtaining one?

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