Permessi di soggiorno (permits of stay): For medical reasons: Permesso per Cure Mediche

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Who gets this permesso?

You may be eligible for the Permesso di Soggiorno per Cure Mediche if you have a serious medical condition, or if you could suffer from irreparable injury to your health if you return to your country of origin.

How do I get this permesso?

No clear guidelines exist yet on the procedure for requesting this kind of permesso.
If you think you may be eligible for this permesso, you may wish to consult a legal professional.

How long is it valid for?

Your medical records and recommendations from a public doctor determine how long your permesso is valid for, but generally it will not be valid longer than 1 year.

How long will it take to get it?

The amount of time it takes to receive this kind of permesso has not yet been established.

How can I renew this kind of permesso?

You can renew the Permesso per Cure Mediche by providing new medical records that show you still have the medical condition you had when you were granted the permesso.

Can I convert this permesso into a Permesso per Motivi di Lavoro?

Legal experts are not yet certain if you can convert this permesso into a Permesso per Motivi di Lavoro.

What rights do I have as a holder of this permesso?

With this permesso, you have the right to:
  • Receive medical attention, as decided by medical authorities. You also have the right to access the national health service.
  • Be hosted in a SPRAR center as well as receive basic services at the reception facility. You may also be hosted in a specialized medical facility if one is available. Your right to reception includes “material reception,” meaning food, medical attention and hygiene products.
  • Access the Italian health care system (SSN).
  • Register with the registry office of your local comune, which gives you the right to get a carta d’identità.
  • Access the Italian welfare system, depending on which benefit you seek.
This permesso is only valid in Italy and does not allow you to travel outside Italy.
With this permesso, you cannot ask to bring your family to Italy through family reunification.
It is not yet clear if you can work in Italy while holding this permesso.

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