How can I qualify for Italy’s dolce visa as a silent partner in a business?

An old colleague of mine owns a business in Italy and I’m considering investing in it but will only be a silent partner. Would that qualify me for the dolce visa or do I have to be actively involved in the business?

Answers

On Alessia Ajelli answered:

You do not need to be active in the business but you will need to invest €500 (purchase shares or capital increase) and the business must be a company incorporated as Spa or Srl.

On Marco Mazzeschi answered:

You do not need to be active in the business but you will need to invest €500 (purchase shares or capital increase) and the business must be a company incorporated as Spa or Srl.