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Hey everyone, it’s Samantha Wilson with a special breaking news episode of Your New Life in Italy.
On today’s show, I’m unpacking a landmark court ruling that could completely change how families apply for one of Italy’s most challenging visas—the Elective Residency Visa (ERV).
Here’s the big news: For years, consulates (especially in the US and UK) have insisted that each adult applying under the ERV prove their own independent passive income of over €31,000 per year. So if you were a couple? That meant €62,000 total—and from separate sources.
But a recent ruling by the Regional Administrative Court in Lazio just struck that down. A British couple who were denied their visa in 2022 because they applied jointly—using shared income—just won their case. And the implications are huge.
In this episode, I explain:
If you’ve been told “no” before because your income was shared, or you were applying as a couple—this could be your chance to reapply, with the law now on your side.
📎 I’ve linked the full court ruling in the show notes for those who want to dig into the details.
Let’s be clear—this doesn’t mean everyone gets an automatic approval. But it does mean the consulates can’t make up rules that aren’t supported by Italian law. And that’s a big win.
Ciao for now!
Samantha
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Ci vediamo!
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Sentire Media Website
Move to Italy Bootcamp
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Move to Italy Bootcamp
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Hey everyone, it’s Samantha Wilson with a special breaking news episode of Your New Life in Italy.
On today’s show, I’m unpacking a landmark court ruling that could completely change how families apply for one of Italy’s most challenging visas—the Elective Residency Visa (ERV).
Here’s the big news: For years, consulates (especially in the US and UK) have insisted that each adult applying under the ERV prove their own independent passive income of over €31,000 per year. So if you were a couple? That meant €62,000 total—and from separate sources.
But a recent ruling by the Regional Administrative Court in Lazio just struck that down. A British couple who were denied their visa in 2022 because they applied jointly—using shared income—just won their case. And the implications are huge.
In this episode, I explain:
If you’ve been told “no” before because your income was shared, or you were applying as a couple—this could be your chance to reapply, with the law now on your side.
📎 I’ve linked the full court ruling in the show notes for those who want to dig into the details.
Let’s be clear—this doesn’t mean everyone gets an automatic approval. But it does mean the consulates can’t make up rules that aren’t supported by Italian law. And that’s a big win.
Ciao for now!
Samantha
Resources:
Download the Ruling
Rate, Review, & Follow
If you loved this episode and want to hear more, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people — just like you — to move toward their new life in Italy and live the life they deserve.
Tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding new episodes every week and, if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!
If you want to learn more about ways that my team and I can help you live your dream life in Italy, visit us at www.smartmoveitaly.com or send me an email!
Download the Smart Move Italy App available in iOS and Android.
Until next time!
Ci vediamo!
Mentioned in this episode:
APP Link
Sentire Media Website
Move to Italy Bootcamp
Sentire Media Website
Move to Italy Bootcamp
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