
Conversion of residence permit from study to self-employment in Italy
Learn how to convert your study residence permit into a self-employment permit in Italy. Requirements, documents, and timelines for your new career.
Adapt your residence permit to your new life circumstances in Italy
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Everything you need to know about changing your permit type
Converting your residence permit represents a fundamental moment in your life journey in Italy. This service allows you to change the type of your current residence permit to adapt it to your new needs and life projects.
Whether you're transitioning from study to work, from family to self-employment, or from any other condition, conversion offers you the flexibility to evolve your legal status in Italy without leaving the country.
It's an important right that allows you to build your Italian future continuously and securely, adapting your legal status to your changed personal or professional circumstances.
Ready to start your journey? Follow the steps below to understand the complete process.
The following can apply for residence permit conversion:
Holders of valid residence permit or expired for no more than 60 days
Foreign nationals who meet the requirements for the new permit type requested
Those who have changed their life conditions (e.g., from student to worker, from separated spouse to worker)
Citizens of non-EU countries legally residing in Italy
Timeline for conversion
Times can vary significantly based on the Questura and case complexity
How to submit the application
Request must be submitted before current permit expiry or within 60 days
Complete document checklist for your application
All foreign language documents must be translated and legalized. Translations must be certified by a sworn translator.
With Future Italian, we manage the entire residence permit conversion process, from feasibility assessment to delivery of the new document. Our experience ensures effective management of every procedural phase.
From start to finish: here's everything that happens step by step
Analysis of conversion possibility based on current situation and requirements of the new type requested. Verification of times and most appropriate procedures.
Collection and preparation of all necessary documents for conversion. Translations, legalizations and verification of application completeness.
Form completion, Questura appointment booking or postal Kit submission. Accompaniment and assistance during submission.
Constant monitoring of progress status. Management of any requests for additional documentation from Questura.
Receipt of outcome notification via SMS or online check with receipt. Preparation for new permit collection.
Collection of new permit at Questura during established hours. Verification of data accuracy and civil registry update if necessary.
π Your permit conversion has been approved! You can now continue your journey in Italy with your new status.
The complete residence permit conversion process from application submission to new permit release.
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Residence permit conversion requires in-depth knowledge of regulations and procedures. With Future Italian, every step is guided by experts who understand the importance of maintaining continuity in your migration journey.
We assess the feasibility of your conversion by thoroughly analyzing the necessary requirements and most appropriate timelines for your case, developing a customized strategy that maximizes your chances of success.
We meticulously prepare and verify all necessary documentation, managing translations and legalizations, ensuring your application is complete and perfect before submission.
We correctly complete all required forms and manage your Questura appointment booking, personally accompanying you during submission to ensure everything proceeds smoothly.
We constantly monitor your application's progress status, providing timely updates on each process phase and promptly managing any requests for additional documentation.
We assist you in collecting your new permit and completing necessary civil registry updates, providing ongoing consultation for subsequent procedures like renewals and family reunifications.
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