Seasonal Jobs In Italy 2026 With Visa Sponsorship
Do you dream of being employed under the Mediterranean sun and visiting the vineyards of Tuscany or the coast resorts of Amalfi? Italy has now opened up an enormous possibility in the case of non-EU employees.1
The Italian government has allotted a record 88,000 seasonal work visas in 2026 alone under the recently validated 20262028 Decreto Flussi (Flow Decree), and thus have never had it easier in getting international talent sponsored.3
What is the 2026 Decreto Flussi?
The Decreto Flussi is the annual Italian law, which establishes the total number of non-EU citizens who can enter the country to work, and in 2026, the government has fixed a total quota of 164,850 work permits, of which 88,000 will be assigned to seasonal work.
Why 2026 is Different:
- The Three-Year Plan: 2026, 2027, and 2028 quotas have already been approved and this gives employers greater predictability.
- Shortened Processing Time Prefectures now have 30 days (reduced to 60) to issue the Nulla Osta (work authorization).
- Preferential Circular Migration: 5000 positions are reserved strictly to those workers who have previously worked in Italy.
High-Demand Seasonal Sectors (2026)
The economy of Italy is very dependent on seasonal labor.11 In the event that you had experience in these areas, your likelihood of landing a sponsor is much greater.
Agriculture & Farming
The greatest beneficiary of the decree is the agricultural industry, and as many as 47000 visas will be allocated to farming groups such as Coldiretti.
- Vineyard Operators: Help in the vendemmia (grape harvest) and pruning.
- Fruit and Vegetable Harvesting: Tomatoes, Citrus and Olives in Southern Italy.
- Greenhouse Maintenance: A guarantee to treat crop in a controlled environment.
Tourism & Hospitality
The Alpine resorts and coastal resorts are currently recruiting with more than 13,000 committed slots in 2026:
- Kitchen and Bar Personnel: Baristas, waiters and cookers of summer beach clubs.
- Housekeeping: The key to “Art Cities” such as Rome, Florence, and Venice.
- Lifeguards and Activity Leaders: Beachfront resorts and campsites are in high demand.
The 5 Easy Steps in the Application Process
In Italy, finding a visa-sponsoring job is only possible through collaborating with an Italian employer.
- Get an Employment Offer: Before the Click Day.18 you have to get a person who will sponsor you.
- Application to Nulla Osta by the Employer: The employer practices your file on the ALI Services Portal.
Wait till the Authorization:
on the issue of the Nulla Osta is received (usually within 30 days) the same is transmitted to the Italian Embassy in your country.
- Visa Interview: You use your local consulate to apply to a Type D Work Visa.20 The price is about 116.21.
- Enter Italy: Within 8 days of your arrival, you have to present your Permesso di Soggiorno (Residence Permit).
FAQs
Is a seasonal job that requires me to speak Italian?
In the case of agriculture, simple basic Italian will be useful in terms of safety. In the case of tourism, the English language is usually satisfactory, but a second language that is European is a tremendous benefit.
Is it possible to obtain the visa myself?
No. A seasonal visa presupposes a particular job proposal.23 Your employer should start the process through the portal of the Ministry of Interior.
Should 2026 find Pakistan on the list of priority?
Yes. The 38 priority countries that have a reserved quota of 25, 000 work visas include Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Egypt and Morocco.
Is it possible to change a seasonal visa to a permanent one?
Yes. As a result of having worked in Italy not less than two prior years on a seasonal basis under seasonal permits, you may have a permanent job opportunity and seek a Conversion of Permit in the next available window.
What are “reserved quotas”?
They are positions reserved to certain nationalities or to those who submit their application via established trade unions (such as Coldiretti of farmers) so that these areas receive employees at the earliest.
Final Thought
The Italy Seasonal Job Market 2026 is a documentation race. Since the agricultural Click Day is no later than January 12, the successful applicant is the one who will have his passports and contracts prepared by the end of the month of December.28 Don’t wait–Italy is calling.
Disclaimer
The post of this job is shared to educate and to inform. Before applying, please check the details provided on the official site of the employer or government (interno.gov.it or lavoro.gov.it).