Nationwide 24-hour transport strike cripples travel across Italy on 29 May
Italy publishes Legislative Decree 83/2026, overhauling Single Work-Residence Permit rules
Six-hour tarmac delay at Bergamo Orio exposes staffing gaps during Italy’s strike chaos
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Italy’s Digital Nomad Visa Fully Operational, Opening Door to Remote Talent
Italy has switched on its Digital Nomad Visa, allowing non-EU remote workers earning at least €28,000 a year to live and work in the country. The income threshold undercuts rival schemes in Spain and Portugal, giving Italy a fresh competitive edge in the Mediterranean talent race. Companies can now rotate remote staff into Italy without local payroll registration, although extended stays will still trigger Italian tax residence. The move is set to make cities like Milan and Naples more attractive relocation options for globally mobile professionals.
Nation-Wide General Strike on 29 May to Ground Most Flights Across Italy
Unions have called a 24-hour general strike for 29 May 2026, removing staff from airports, railways and ferries across Italy. Only flights inside protected 07:00-10:00 and 18:00-21:00 windows are guaranteed; most others face cancellation. EC 261 cash compensation will not apply, so corporates must proactively rebook or reroute travellers. The walk-out is expected to be Italy’s most disruptive transport strike so far this year.
Brenner Corridor: Italy Warns of Heavy Traffic Restrictions on 30 May
Authorities have announced a full-day northbound closure of the Brenner corridor on 30 May 2026 due to a protest in Austria. Heavy trucks will be diverted from the A22 at Vipiteno from 07:00, and all vehicles barred from 10:30, threatening major delays for Italy-Germany freight flows. Companies are urged to reroute via Tarvisio or shift loads to rail, and to warn customers of delivery slippage.