The Decreto Flussi for 2024 allocates 151,000 work visas for non-EU workers, divided into seasonal and non-seasonal categories. The key application dates are:
- March 18, 2024: Applications for non-seasonal workers from countries with cooperation agreements with Italy.
- March 21, 2024: Applications for other non-seasonal workers, including domestic and healthcare workers.
- March 25, 2024: Applications for seasonal workers, primarily in agriculture, tourism, and hospitality.
Quotas are distributed as follows:
- 89,050 visas for seasonal work in agriculture, tourism, and hospitality.
- 61,450 visas for non-seasonal work, including specific sectors like healthcare, and self-employment.
- 5,150 visas for converting existing residence permits into work permits.
Applications can be submitted via the Ministry of the Interior’s portal, and it’s essential to act quickly due to the competitive nature of the quotas. Employers typically submit applications, and priority is given to certain sectors like agriculture and tourism. The process involves obtaining authorization, which is valid for six months, during which applicants must enter Italy and apply for a residence permit.
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