How long does it take to get nulla osta for work?

In some cases, nulla osta is issued within an hour when submitted in person at the consulate. However, in other situations, such as in Trieste, the process can take up to 100 days if a response from the questura is required.

The time to obtain nulla osta can depend on the type of request. For example, for family reunification or marriage, the timelines may be longer than for work visas. Some participants report timelines ranging from a few weeks to several months.

It is important to note that each questura may have its own rules and processing times for documents. For example, in some regions, additional documents may be required, which also increases the waiting time.

If you encounter errors in your documents, this can significantly delay the process of obtaining nulla osta. For example, correcting typos may take additional time as documents need to be resubmitted.