Europe
Italy
Historic city apartments and countryside estates, plus an investor visa for qualifying business investments.
Overview
Italy offers exceptional lifestyle property, from Rome and Milan apartments to Tuscan farmhouses.
Property market
Milan leads on liquidity; Rome, Florence and lake/coastal areas attract lifestyle buyers.
Foreign ownership
Reciprocity rules apply to some nationalities.
Cities & top communities
Properties in Italy
New listings coming soon. Contact us for off-market opportunities.
Investment opportunities
Investor information
Flat-tax regimes for new residents have been revised in recent budgets.
No published opportunities in Italy right now.
Residency & citizenship
Residency options
Italy's Investor Visa is based on investments in bonds, companies, start-ups or philanthropy — real estate does not qualify.
Citizenship options
Italy does not operate a citizenship-by-investment program that we list. Property ownership does not confer citizenship.
Taxes & costs
Registration tax or VAT apply on purchase; IMU applies to second homes.
Buying process
- Consultation — define objectives, budget and timeline with a Bee Haven advisor.
- Shortlisting — review verified listings, developer track records and comparable prices.
- Due diligence — independent legal review of title, permits and contracts.
- Reservation & agreement — reservation deposit and sale & purchase agreement.
- Payment & registration — funds transfer through regulated channels and title registration.
- After-sale — property management, leasing and resale support.
Purchases complete before a notary (notaio).
Sources reviewed 15 Sept 2026: investorvisa.mise.gov.it. Always confirm current rules with qualified local advisors.
Frequently asked questions
Investing in Italy? Our advisors can walk you through the process.
Book a consultationFAQs for Italy will be added soon.