Family reunification

6 questions

• GuideFamily reunification

  Is reunification with an EU citizen the same process?

  No. EU free-movement family situations follow a different framework from ordinary third-country sponsorship. The government guide distinguishes these cases from the normal family nulla osta route. Identify sponsor citize

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• GuideFamily reunification

  Can my spouse work after joining me?

  An Italian family-reasons permit generally permits work. Before employment begins, confirm the document or qualifying receipt and complete the relevant hiring procedure. Do not confuse the work rights attached to Italian

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• GuideFamily reunification

  Will a shared worker room satisfy family housing rules?

  Not automatically. Family reunification generally requires suitable housing and the appropriate assessment, including occupancy. A landlord’s informal promise is insufficient. Ask the competent municipality or authority

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• GuideFamily reunification

  What income is normally required in 2026?

  The ordinary formula uses the annual social allowance plus half for each joining family member. INPS gives EUR 546.24 for 13 payments in 2026: EUR 7,101.12 annually. A basic one-relative calculation is EUR 10,651.68; exc

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• GuideFamily reunification

  Must every sponsor wait two years?

  Current government guidance describes a two-year lawful, uninterrupted residence requirement for relevant ordinary cases, with exceptions including minor-child reunification and international protection; Blue Card and IC

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• GuideFamily reunification

  Who can apply for family reunification?

  Eligibility depends on the sponsor’s qualifying residence and the family relationship. Spouses, minor children and certain dependent relatives have different conditions. Check the specific family member rather than assum

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General information, not a decision about your individual case. Laws change — check the official source and the review date.