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Residence permits (permesso di soggiorno)

Applications to obtain, renew or update your permesso di soggiorno (residence permit).

What it is

We handle applications to obtain, renew or update a permesso di soggiorno (residence permit).

A residence permit is essential to live and work legally in Italy.

How we help

The Patronato helps you fill in the forms and prepare for your appointment at the Questura (immigration police office).

We check that your documents are complete before submission, to reduce the risk of being asked for additional paperwork.

Who it's for

  • Foreign nationals whose residence permit is about to expire and needs renewing
  • People who need to update their permit after a change of address, marital status or other details
  • People applying for their first permit after arriving in Italy

Documents to bring

  • 1Valid passport and a photocopy of it
  • 2Expiring or expired residence permit
  • 3Passport-size photos
  • 4Codice fiscale (tax code)
  • 5Proof of employment and income, such as your employment contract, payslips or CU (annual income statement)
  • 6Rental contract or dichiarazione di ospitalità (declaration of hospitality)

Indicative list: depending on your situation we may ask for other documents.

FAQ

Residence permits: frequently asked questions

Paperwork to sort out? We take care of it.

Book an appointment or call us: we'll tell you straight away which documents you need and how long it takes.