Permit for Minor child over 14 years old who lives with parents

What is this permit?

This residence permit is intended for foreign minor children over 14 years of age who live in Italy with their parents. This is a permit linked to the family unit: the minor receives their own independent residence document, connected to the parents' permit.

Who can apply for it?

Can apply for it (through parents) who:

• Is over 14 years old and is a minor
• Lives with parents in Italy
• Has at least one parent with a valid residence permit

For minors under 14 years old, usually the child is registered on the parent's permit.

How/where do you apply?

The application is submitted by the parents. The procedures may vary: in many cases it is submitted directly at Police Headquarters (Questura).

What rights does it give me? What do I have access to?

With this permit the minor can:

• Attend school (compulsory education)
• Access the National Health Service (NHS (SSN))
• Live legally in Italy with the family

How long does this permit last?

The duration is linked to the parents' residence permit.

When does it expire and can I renew it?

Yes, it can be renewed as long as the minor lives with their parents and is under 18 years old. Upon reaching adulthood, it's possible to obtain an independent permit.

ℹ️ Note: after five years, the residence card can become permanent — make sure the duration of your new card is at least 10 years.

What is this permit?

It is a residence permit that is issued to minor children of foreign parents legally residing in Italy. This permit is necessary when the child is over 14 years old and must have their own residence document separate from their parents'.

Who can apply for it?

Who can apply:

• The minor child (over 14 years old) of foreign parents with a residence permit
• The parent can apply for the permit on behalf of the minor child
• The child must live with at least one of the parents in Italy

How/where do you apply?

The permit is requested:

• Through postal kit at post offices (Poste Italiane)
• Or directly at Police Headquarters (Questura), if required
• The parent submits the application on behalf of the minor

What rights does it give me? What do I have access to?

With this permit you can:

• Living legally in Italy with your parents
• Accessing the Italian school system (school enrollment)
• Register with the National Health Service (NHS)
• Traveling within Italy and in the Schengen area (with conditions)

How long does this permit last?

The duration of the permit follows that of the parents' residence permit. It is normally valid until the minor reaches 18 years of age, after which it will be necessary to apply for a different residence permit (for example for study or work).

When does it expire and can I renew it?

Yes, you can renew it as long as you remain a minor and continue living with your parents in Italy. The renewal follows the same procedures as the first application (postal kit or Police Headquarters (Questura)). When you turn 18, you will need to convert the permit to another type (study, work, family reasons, etc.).

Can I convert it to another permit?

Yes, when you turn 18 you can convert this permit into:

• Study permit (if you are enrolled in a school or university program)
• Work permit (if you have an employment contract)
• Permit for family reasons (if you continue to live with your parents)
• EU permit for long-term residents (if you meet the requirements)