Short answer
Italy implemented the EU single permit directive (2024/1233) with D.Lgs. 83/2026. One application covers residence and work, with a 30-day target for new permits and 90 days for renewals.
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As of 20 October 2026 (official sources checked; not yet editor-verified).
Who is this for
Non-EU workers applying for or renewing a work-based permit.
What changed
Legislative Decree 16 April 2026, n. 83 (Gazzetta Ufficiale n. 115 of 20 May 2026) updates the Immigration Consolidated Act (D.Lgs. 286/1998) to apply Directive (EU) 2024/1233. Reported effects:
- One application procedure for the right to stay and to work.
- The Questore should issue the single permit within 30 days of a complete application; several other deadlines in art. 5 (renewal filing, issue or renewal of permits) move from 60 to 90 days. In force since 4 June 2026.
- More information duties linked to the integration agreement.
Steps
- Keep copies of every document and receipt.
- Ask the Questura or your patronato which procedure applies to your permit type.
Costs & timing
See the 30 and 90 day targets above.
Common mistakes
Confusing "application filed" with "application complete": the deadline runs from completeness.
Where to get help
Questura, patronato, ASGI legal guides.
TO VERIFY: entry-into-force date. Some sources say 22 May 2026, Normattiva shows 4 June 2026.
Sources
- Decree text (Normattiva) (Normattiva / Poligrafico dello Stato)
- Gazzetta Ufficiale (Poligrafico dello Stato)
- Ministry of the Interior - immigration and asylum (Ministero dell'Interno)
