Intra-Corporate Transfer Directive

The Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Directive facilitates the temporary relocation of non-EU employees within a multinational company to an Italian branch or subsidiary. This classification is specifically designed for managers, specialists, and trainees who possess essential knowledge or are undergoing professional development within the corporate group. By simplifying the administrative requirements for these internal transfers, Italy aims to foster international business mobility and ensure that multinational entities can efficiently deploy their human capital across borders without being subject to standard labor market tests or annual quotas.

To qualify, the applicant must have been employed by the foreign entity for at least three consecutive months prior to the transfer. The host company in Italy must initiate the application by requesting authorization from the local Prefecture. The permit duration is capped at three years for managers and specialists, and one year for trainees. Upon arrival, holders must register their presence to obtain a residence permit. This directive is a vital mechanism for global companies to maintain operational continuity while providing their employees with valuable international experience in the Italian market.