A May 20, 2024 Italian government circular has clarified that individuals who have applied for a residence permit linked to a citizenship application (attesa cittadinanza) who are awaiting the necessary appointment at a police headquarters, and those who hold this type of permit, can already work as long as they have submitted the required employment-related notifications to authorities. The government’s circular has removed any legal uncertainty about work rights for these individuals.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
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