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Care Worker Relocation Guide: Moving to Italy
High demand · €12,996-€32,028 · Visa: Employer-sponsored work (quota)
This guide is for a Care Worker planning to move to Italy. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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If you support people for a living, you already bring skills that employers in Italy urgently need. This guide is written with respect for care and nursing work: it focuses on realistic visa routes, language expectations, and recognition — without sugar-coating how demanding relocation can be.
Quick stats
💰 Salary
€12,996-€32,028
📋 Visa
Employer-sponsored work (quota)
🎓 Recognition
Home care work is not a regulated profession in Italy. The OSS role (operatore s...
📈 Demand
High
Quick answers
Can a Care Worker work in Italy as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the Employer-sponsored work (quota) route. Care Workers currently see High demand in Italy.
What salary can a Care Worker expect in Italy?
€12,996-€32,028 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to Italy as a Care Worker?
Visa processing on the Employer-sponsored work (quota) route: about 9 weeks. The visa guide explains what this time covers.
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What Do Care Workers Earn in Italy?
€12,996-€32,028
Annual figures are the published monthly range × 12 (WageIndicator, medium confidence). They do not include any 13th or 14th month payment.
Which Visa Do Care Workers Use to Move to Italy?
Employer-sponsored work (quota)
Employer-sponsored work (quota) is the main route for Care Workers relocating to Italy.
Is Your Care Worker Qualification Recognised in Italy?
Home care work is not a regulated profession in Italy. The OSS role (operatore socio-sanitario) in hospitals and care facilities needs a regional qualification.
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