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Nurse Relocation Guide: Moving to Italy

High demand · €20,808-€51,684 · Visa: Employer-sponsored work (quota)

Updated October 2026 ~ Medium confidence

This guide is for a Nurse 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.

Quick stats

💰 Salary

€20,808-€51,684

📋 Visa

Employer-sponsored work (quota)

🎓 Recognition

Nursing is a regulated profession: the Ministero della Salute must recognise you...

📈 Demand

High

Quick answers

Yes, through the Employer-sponsored work (quota) route. Nurses currently see High demand in Italy.
€20,808-€51,684 gross per year.
Visa processing on the Employer-sponsored work (quota) route: about 9 weeks. The visa guide explains what this time covers. Allow extra time for qualification recognition if your role needs it.

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What Do Nurses Earn in Italy?

€20,808-€51,684

Annual figures are the published monthly range × 12 (WageIndicator, medium confidence). They do not include any 13th or 14th month payment.

Which Visa Do Nurses Use to Move to Italy?

Employer-sponsored work (quota)

Employer-sponsored work (quota) is the main route for Nurses relocating to Italy.

Is Your Nurse Qualification Recognised in Italy?

Nursing is a regulated profession: the Ministero della Salute must recognise your qualification before you can practise. Nurses hired by public and private health facilities are admitted outside the annual Decreto Flussi quotas (TUI art. 27(1)(r-bis)), so you do not need a quota place; the employer-sponsored work row on the visa page covers the rest of the process.

Recognition authority: Ministero della Salute

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If your role needs recognition, it can take several months, so start the process before you arrive.

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FAQ

Visa processing on the Employer-sponsored work (quota) route: about 9 weeks. The visa guide explains what this time covers. Allow extra time for qualification recognition if your role needs it.
€20,808-€51,684 gross per year
Nursing is a regulated profession: the Ministero della Salute must recognise your qualification before you can practise. Nurses hired by public and private health facilities are admitted outside the annual Decreto Flussi quotas (TUI art. 27(1)(r-bis)), so you do not need a quota place; the employer-sponsored work row on the visa page covers the rest of the process.
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