Best for budget
Italy
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Italy vs Indonesia — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Italy requires $2,530/month with 12 months stay, while Indonesia requires $5,000/month with 12 months stay. Italy wins on budget.
Budget
Italy
Long-term
Tie
Fastest
Indonesia
Feature
Italy
Indonesia
Minimum Income
$2,530/month
$5,000/month
Duration
12 months
12 months
Processing Time
12 weeks
4 weeks
Application Fee
$126
$550
Tax Status
Italian tax residence generally applies after 183 days, subject to treaty relief and local rules.
KITAS holders are likely tax residents from day 1. Non-resident flat rate: 20%. Tax data synced between Directorate General of Taxes and Immigration as of 2026.
Dependents
Yes
No
Path to Residency
No
No
Path to Citizenship
Yes
No
Best for long-term
Tie
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Indonesia
Shorter processing windows can make this the better pick for near-term travel timelines.
Next step
Check Italy eligibility for your nationality
Next step
Check Indonesia eligibility for your nationality