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• PERMIT_POSTED_ON: Nov 20, 2024
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• Category : Europe » Southern Europe » Italy
• Description : The Visa and Residence Permit for Nurses allows non-EU professionals with foreign nursing degrees to work in Italy. This guide details eligibility, requirements, and procedural steps, with Joombaah’s assistance ensuring a smooth application process.
• Phone : (+39) 02 36 63 86 10
• Email : milano@lexia.it
• Website : https://www.italianvisa.it/visa-permit-nurses/

Overview

• Visa and Residence Permit for Nurses: Your Gateway to Italy’s Healthcare Sector
  
  

  Introduction
  Italy welcomes skilled nursing professionals from around the world to join its healthcare sector. The Visa and Residence Permit for Nurses provides an opportunity for non-EU citizens with foreign nursing degrees to live and work in Italy, contributing to the country’s healthcare system.

  Eligibility Requirements
  To apply for the Nurse Visa and Residence Permit, applicants must meet the following conditions:

  1. Nursing Qualification: Hold a university degree in nursing.
  2. Recognition of Qualification: Obtain recognition of the professional nursing qualification by Italy’s Ministry of Health.
  3. Employment Contract:
     • If employed directly by an Italian healthcare facility or cooperative, provide a contract proposal (minimum 20 hours/week).
     • If recruited by a staffing agency, ensure a supply contract exists between the agency and the healthcare facility.

  Main Procedural Steps

  1. Qualification Recognition: Apply to the Ministry of Health for recognition of the foreign nursing degree.

  2. Nulla Osta Application: The employing entity applies for and collects the Certificate of No Impediment from the competent Immigration Desk.

  3. Visa Application: Submit the visa application at the Italian Consulate in the applicant’s country of residence.

  4. Entry and Residence Permit:

     • Upon arrival, apply for a residence permit within 8 days at the Police Headquarters.
     • Register fingerprints at the Police Headquarters.

  5. Professional Registration: Register with the Italian nursing professional order (“Albo Professionale infermieri”) and pass the Italian language test.

  Validity and Renewal

  • The residence permit is valid for 2 years and can be renewed under the same conditions as the initial issuance.
  • After 5 years of continuous residency in Italy, applicants may apply for a permanent residence permit.
  • The permit cannot be converted into another type of residence permit.

  Processing Time
  The average processing time for a Nurse Visa is approximately 3 months from the application for the Nulla Osta.

  Joombaah’s Comprehensive Support
  Joombaah assists nurses every step of the way, including:

  • Guidance on qualification recognition and Nulla Osta applications.
  • Support with visa and residence permit applications.
  • Expert advice on professional registration and Italian language preparation.

  Join Italy’s healthcare sector with Joombaah’s expertise guiding your journey.