🔹 Art. 18-ter TUI (labor exploitation – gangmastering)
- For victims of the crime under art. 603-bis c.p.
- Issued by the Police Chief (Questore) upon:
- initiative of the Prosecutor's Office
- or opinion of the Labor Inspectorate
- Duration: 12 months, renewable (even beyond for justice reasons).
- Also applies to family members (permit for family reasons).
3) Is a complaint required?
No.
A formal complaint is not mandatory.
However, required:
- that exploitation emerges in investigations / inspections / criminal proceedings
- useful collaboration from the victim to clarify facts and identify those responsible.
4) Do irregular persons risk expulsion?
No.
After requesting the permit under art. 18-ter:
- the judge declares no grounds to proceed for the crime of illegal stay (art. 10-bis TUI).
5) Can you work while waiting for the permit?
Yes.
With the receipt from Police Headquarters (Questura) you can:
- stay regularly
- work
- register with NHS (SSN)
- access social services and employment centers
- request INPS benefits (ADI, universal allowance, etc.)
6) Rights with the 18-ter permit
Allows you to:
- work (employed work or self-employment)
- study
- register in the registry office
- access welfare services
- enter SAI (reception)
- register with SIISL (INPS work platform)
7) Renewal and conversion
- Renewal: for 1 year or more if justice reasons are needed.
- Conversion possible into:
8) Assistance measures (art. 6 DL 145/24)
Personalized programs for:
- housing
- health
- training
- job placement
Also apply to family members.
9) When the permit can be revoked
For example if:
- exploitation conditions cease
- the person commits serious crimes
- renounces assistance measures
- conduct incompatible with permit purposes
10) Other important rights
- State-funded legal aid (even without income limits).
- Inclusion allowance even without 5 years of residence.
- Universal allowance (if there are children).