Residence permits in San Marino are temporary permits for a regular stay from 3 months to one year. The residence permit has a maximum validity period of 12 months and can be extended at the request of the owner.
Long-Term Visa to San Marino
Foreign citizens who intend to move to San Marino must submit documents for registration of their stay on the territory. San Marino does not provide entry visas (for citizens of non-EU countries and those that are not part of the Schengen area) but provides two types of documents that must be obtained if you stay in the territory for more than 30 days: a stay permit and a residence permit.
Residence permits in San Marino
A residence permit is issued for a long-term stay on the territory.
The residence permit for which you can apply is as follows:
● Registered residence permits:
For foreign citizens seeking family reunification with a San Marino citizen, establishing a business in San Marino, and holding senior positions in San Marino institutions and companies.
● Selective residence permit:
For foreign nationals wishing to settle in San Marino who make and maintain a property or financial investments in accordance with the rules established by law. Foreign applicants must have a health insurance policy, and cannot work in the general public sector, or receive government contributions. After 10 years, the selective place of residence is changed to a registered residence permit with all relevant rights.
Residence permit in San Marino for managers or chief persons in the field of health, banking, insurance, and public safety.
Documents required to apply for a residence permit in San Marino:
● Copy of a valid identity document and/or passport.
● Birth certificate of the applicant;
● Certificate of citizenship.
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● Certificate of marital status.
● Certificate of criminal record and pending charges issued by the Court of San Marino and the competent authorities of the country of origin.
● Certificate of work and related qualifications – indicating the time of work in medical, banking, insurance, financial institutions or public safety institutions of San Marino.
● The applicant's last income declaration and any other documentation that may demonstrate the possibility of their maintenance.
● Company validity period.
● Attestation of the company, which indicates the reasons for the appeal.
● Certificate issued by the employment service of the company's employees.
● Certificate of the tax inspectorate on the presence of outstanding tax.
The cost of a residence permit in San Marino
At the time of application, the initial cost is 50 EUR. If a decision or application for a residence permit is made, 30 EUR or 50 EUR, respectively, must be paid.
Entrepreneurs who invest capital or have already invested it in the territory, including through subsidiaries in business activities with guarantees of employment and related to real estate investments.
Necessary documents for entrepreneurs who invest or have already invested capital in the territory, including through subsidiaries, in economic and business activities with guarantees of employment and investment in real estate related to activities:
● Copy of a valid identity document and/or passport.
● Birth certificate of the applicant;
● Certificate of citizenship.
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● Certificate of marital status.
● Certificate of criminal record and pending charges issued by the Court of San Marino and the competent authorities of the country of origin.
● Certificate issued by the employment service of the company's employees.
● Company validity period.
● Certificate of the tax inspectorate on the presence of outstanding tax.
● Extract from the register of shareholders, from which the exact composition of the company is indicated.
● Business plan for at least five years, as well as a labor and investment real estate project and/or a certificate of investment in the territory.
The cost of a residence permit in San Marino for entrepreneurs who invest capital
At the time of application, the initial cost is 50 EUR. If the decision on a residence permit or application for a residence permit is made, 30 EUR or 50 EUR, respectively, will be paid.
Family reunification (for spouses)
Necessary documents for family reunification (for spouses):
● Copy of a valid identity document and/or passport.
● Birth certificate of the applicant;
● Certificate of citizenship.
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● Certificate of marital status.
● Certificate of criminal record and pending charges issued by the Court of San Marino and the competent authorities of the country of origin.
● Certified copy or statement for a brief description of the marriage certificate.
● A declaration is to be requested from the competent court that the procedures for separation, dissolution, termination of civil consequences or annulment of marriage are not ongoing or have not been completed.
● The last tax return or any other document of the applicant and to confirm the possibility of supporting a family member.
● Updated information on the obligations that led to the granting of a residence permit to the spouses.
The cost of a residence permit in San Marino for family reunification
At the time of application, the initial cost is 50 EUR. If the decision on a residence permit or application for a residence permit is made, 30 EUR or 50 EUR, respectively, will be paid.
Family reunification (for child)
Necessary documents for family reunification (for the child):
● Copy of a valid identity document and/or passport.
● 4 photos (2 for extension).
● Birth certificate of the applicant;
● Certificate of citizenship.
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● Certificate of marital status.
● Criminal record and pending charges issued by the San Marino court and the competent authorities of the country of origin if the child is over 14 years of age.
● The last tax return or any other document of the applicant and to confirm the possibility of supporting a family member.
● Updated information on the obligations that led to the provision of a residence permit to one of the parents.
● Certificate of disability, compiled by the doctor.
● If the child was born from a previous relationship, it is necessary to provide a certificate of the consent of the second parent.
Investments in real estate
Necessary documents for investing in real estate:
● A copy of a valid identity document and/or passport.
● A preliminary contract or a promise to buy a factory.
● Examination certifying the costs associated with the completion of the reconstruction or demolition of the plant(s). It is presented only in the case of settlement changes in the property, which can reach the minimum threshold and are drawn up by a professional registered in the Register of Engineers and Architects or at the College of Surveyors of the Republic of San Marino. The cost of completion/reconstruction/demolition of the building shall be calculated in an amount not exceeding 150,000.00 EUR.
● Bank certificate of ownership and immediate availability of amounts provided for by law (or 500,000.00 EUR).
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● General police clearance certificate at the place of residence.
● Certificate of bringing to criminal responsibility or a similar document from the place of residence.
● Certificate of tax system or equivalent document from the place of residence.
● Biography.
● Income declaration or equivalent document confirming the availability of sufficient resources to keep the applicant in the Republic.
● Declaration instead of an affidavit. Issued at the time of submission to the official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who accepts the application, which will indicate: the presence of citizenship, place of residence for the last 5 years, the absence of criminal convictions, the absence of pending criminal charges and the regular fulfillment of tax obligations in any country.
The cost of a residence permit in San Marino due to real estate investments
The fee is 1000 EUR. A receipt for payment must be provided together with the above documents. The fee covers the obligations for consideration of the application and stamping.
Notes to consider when applying for a residence permit in San Marino to invest in real estate:
● Documents written in a language other than Italian must be submitted along with an apostilled translation into Italian.
● Documents that are considered valid cannot be dated earlier than 6 months.
● Any other documents or additions may be requested at the time of application by the Foreign Affairs Department.
Financial investments
Necessary documents for financial investment:
● Bank certificate of ownership and immediate availability of amounts provided for by law (i.e. 600,000.00 EUR).
● Certificate from the place of residence.
● General evidence of non-conviction.
● Certificate of pending criminal charge (or equivalent document).
● Certificate of tax legality (or an equivalent document).
● Biography.
● Income declaration or equivalent document confirming the availability of sufficient resources to keep the applicant in the Republic.
● Declaration instead of an affidavit. Issued at the time of submission to an official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who accepts the application, which will indicate: nationality, place of residence for the last 5 years, lack of criminal convictions, absence of pending criminal charges, and regular fulfillment of tax obligations in any country.
When applying for an elected place of residence in the Business Department, the following documents will be completed and submitted:
1. Release request form.
2. A copy of a valid travel document.
Cost of financial investments
The fee is 1000 EUR. A receipt for payment must be provided together with the above documents. The fee covers the obligations for consideration of the application and stamping.
Notes to consider when applying for a residence permit in San Marino for financial investments:
● Documents written in a language other than Italian must be submitted along with an apostilled translation into Italian.
● Documents to be considered valid may not be dated earlier than 6 months.
● Any other documents or additions may be requested at the time of application by the Foreign Affairs Department.
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