1) Initial Consultation and Process Kick-off

• One-on-one consultation to assess eligibility and clarify goals for establishing a Representative Office in Italy.

• Guidance on documentation and timeline expectations.

• Initiation of the visa process with formal booking.

2) Document Collection and Fiscal Setup

• Collection of required personal and company documents.

• Assistance in obtaining or uploading the Codice Fiscale (Italian tax code).

• Upload of existing company registration paperwork.

3) Company and Legal Setup

• Registration of the Representative Office at the local Chamber of Commerce.

• Drafting and issuance of Power of Attorney (PoA) documents.

• Instructions for notarization, apostille, and submission of the signed PoA.

• Certified translation of PoA at the Italian consulate (as needed).

4) Preparation of Supporting Documents

• Compilation of all necessary documents to be signed and returned.

• Issuance of Declaration of Hospitality for your host in Italy (required for visa purposes).

5) Governmental Clearances

• Submission for clearance from the Labor County Office.

• Submission for clearance from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Collection and upload of all approvals.

6) Immigration Authorization (Nulla Osta)

• Full preparation and submission of the immigration request.

• Acquisition of the Nulla Osta, the official authorization from the Italian immigration office.

7) Visa Application Submission and Follow-Up

• Completion of the visa application form.

• Assistance with submission to the relevant Italian embassy or consulate.

• Ongoing follow-up to ensure timely processing and updates on the visa outcome.