Family Reunification in Italy: SUI Nulla Osta, Income Rules & Housing Certificate 2026
D.Lgs. 286/1998 Art. 29 & D.P.R. 394/1999Ministero dell'Interno - Dipartimento per le Libertà Civili e l'Immigrazione 7 min ✓ Verified by Italian Immigration Lawyers
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Figure 1: Family Reunification in Italy: SUI Nulla Osta, Income Rules & Housing Certificate 2026
Family reunification is a statutory right governed by Article 29 of the Italian Consolidated Immigration Act (Legislative Decree 286/98). Non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy can bring their spouse, minor children, and dependent parents by obtaining a clearance certificate (Nulla Osta) from the Sportello Unico per l'Immigrazione (SUI).
1. Minimum Income Benchmarks for 2026
The sponsoring resident must demonstrate verifiable lawful income scaled to the annual INPS social allowance plus 50% for each family member. Certified housing suitability (Idoneità Alloggiativa) from the local municipality is mandatory.
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