Flussi Decree 2024 and foreigner amnesty: let’s get clarity

The Flussi (flow) Decree 2024 is a central tool for managing immigration in Italy. Each year, the Italian government sets an entry quota for non-EU workers, thereby regulating the flow of immigration into the country. This decree allows those living outside the European Union to obtain a regular work contract in Italy and also meets the needs of many economic sectors that require foreign labor. In this article, we will delve into everything you need to know about the Flows Decree, from how to apply to what is new about the 2024 immigrant amnesty. It is important to stay up-to-date on these issues in order to understand the opportunities and requirements for those who want to move to Italy, work legally, and, if necessary, regularize their position.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Who can apply thanks to the 2024 Flow Decree?
• Immigrant amnesty 2024
• An important opportunity for non-EU workers

Who can apply thanks to the 2024 Flow Decree?

In order to apply under the 2024 Flow Decree, with the exception of specific categories such as self-employed workers or professionals who can apply directly, in other cases it is not the individual foreign worker who can apply to enter the country. In fact, it is essential that the applicant be an employer, either Italian or a foreigner legally residing in Italy. This makes the process highly regulated and structured and ensures that there is a demand for labor for the sectors that are really affected.

The employer must complete and submit the application telematically, through the portal of the Ministry of the Interior, providing all the necessary documents to attest to the compliance of the contract and working conditions offered to the foreign immigrant.

Categories of foreign workers

Foreign workers who can be hired through the Flow Decree belong to several categories, including:

• seasonal workers, mainly employed in the agricultural and tourism/hotel sectors. These positions involve fixed-term contracts and are aimed at those who wish to come to Italy for a limited period;
• non-seasonal employees who are hired on fixed-term or open-ended contracts in sectors such as construction, industry, and services;
• self-employed, professionals who can demonstrate that they have the skills and economic means to start an independent business in Italy;
• trainees or people involved in training programs who wish to improve their professional skills.

The quotas set annually by the Flow Decree are divided among these categories. Since the quotas are limited and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, it is crucial to apply as soon as the decree is published.

Immigrant amnesty 2024

The regularization of an illegal immigrant in Italy through a foreign amnesty in 2024 has been the subject of much recent debate. This would allow those living in Italy without a residence permit to obtain regular legal status, subject to specific circumstances. Those working in sectors such as agriculture, domestic help or other trades that fall into the categories assumed by the government could be candidates for regularization in the event that an official decree is approved. In that case, it would be necessary for the employer to apply on behalf of the worker by submitting a valid labor contract.

To regularize an illegal immigrant in Italy in 2024, the hypothesized process would follow some typical steps:

1. submission of the application by the employer. The employer should submit a application for regularization with the Ministry of the Interior, specifying the job position offered to the employee;
2. Proof of presence in Italy. The foreign worker should prove that he or she has been in Italy for a period prior to the start of the amnesty. This can be proven through documents such as utility bills, medical certificates, or travel tickets;
3. valid labor contract. The employment contract should comply with Italian laws, and the employer should ensure that the employee's rights and duties are respected;
4. evaluation of applications. Once the application is submitted, the Italian authorities would assess whether the worker and employer meet all the requirements such as the employment contract and the legal status of the foreign national;
5. granting a residence permit. If everything was in order, the worker would be issued a residence permit for employment purposes. This document could be renewed upon expiration, provided the newly hired worker continued to work legally.

Immigrant amnesty 2024 latest news

This topic would therefore be of great interest to those who are in Italy in an irregular situation and are seeking to obtain a residence permit. The latest news on the subject involved the Italian government's preparation of the amnesty that focused mainly on key sectors such as agriculture and family care (domestic helpers and caregivers). The amnesty would be a response to the growing need for labor in certain sectors where there is often a high percentage of undocumented workers.

An important opportunity for non-EU workers

The foreign amnesty would give non-EU workers access to the rights and protections provided for all regular workers, including social security contributions and health care. In addition, after a few years of legal residence in Italy, it may be possible to obtain a long-term residence permit, which offers greater guarantees and opportunities for movement within the European Union.

For these reasons, it is useful to periodically consult the official channels of the Ministry of the Interior and keep up to date with the news and provisions provided each year.