Reunite with Your Family in Italy
At PrimePath Global Immigration, we specialize in Italy Family Reunion Visa services for Pakistani applicants and other non-EU residents. From eligibility checks to preparing a strong application, we handle the entire process so you can legally reunite with your loved ones in Italy.
What is the Italy Family Reunion Visa?
The Italy Family Reunion Visa (Type D National Visa) allows non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy to bring their family members to live with them. Once approved, family members can:
Live in Italy with the sponsor
Study in Italian schools and universities
Work in certain cases (with residence permit for family reasons)
This visa is a pathway to permanent residency and citizenship in Italy.
Who Can Apply for Italy Family Reunion Visa?
The sponsor (already living in Italy with a valid residence permit) can apply for eligible family members, including:
Spouse (legally married partner)
Children under 18 years (biological or adopted)
Dependent children over 18 (if disabled or unable to support themselves)
Dependent parents (if they have no other support in the home country)
Italy Family Reunion Visa Requirements
Valid residence permit of the sponsor (minimum 1-year validity)
Proof of accommodation in Italy (housing certificate issued by municipality)
Minimum income proof (based on Italian government’s income threshold)
Proof of family relationship (marriage/birth/adoption certificates, legalized & translated into Italian)
Health insurance for the applicant (until enrolled in Italy’s healthcare system)
Step-by-Step Application Process
Nulla Osta Request
Sponsor in Italy applies at Sportello Unico Immigrazione.
Document Verification
Authorities check housing, income, and family documents.
Issuance of Nulla Osta
Sent electronically to Italian Consulate in Pakistan.
Visa Application at Consulate
Applicant submits documents with Nulla Osta.
Visa Approval & Travel
Once issued, applicant travels to Italy.
Residence Permit Application
Within 8 days of arrival, apply for Permesso di Soggiorno per motivi familiari.
FAQs
No. Only spouse, children, and dependent parents qualify.
Yes. Once the residence permit is issued, your spouse can work and study in Italy.
Yes. The sponsor must show sufficient income proof (employment contract, payslips, tax returns).
No. There is no language test requirement for the family reunion visa.
You can appeal within 30 days or re-apply with corrected documents.