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How can investors put their money in a cryptocurrency startup in Italy and qualify for the investor visa?

I've heard Italy does not allow cryptocurrency for investment immigration purposes. But is it possible for foreign investors to instead acquire shares in an Italian startup involved in cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies?


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  • LCA Studio Legale
    November 08, 2021

    Investment in cryptocurrency does not qualify for an Italian Investor Visa, but an investment (of at least 250,000 euros) in the equity of an innovative startup company operating in Italy in cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies may qualify.

  • Mazzeschi Srl
    November 09, 2021

    Yes, if the investment is done in a company registered as an "innovative start-up", this would be doable.