Italy has decided to provide a new support measure aimed at fostering economic and social integration for nationals of some third countries with long-term residence status.
Effective January 1, 2024, the new initiative, referred to as the “integration benefit” or “Adl”, offers a supplement family income and assistance with rent payments for some categories of third-country nationals who legally reside in Italy.
In return, eligible third-country nationals are required to follow a personalised path that includes engaging in training or employment activities, along with active involvement in policy measures.
The inclusion allowance will be recognised starting from January 1, 2024, as a measure of economic support and social and professional inclusion, conditioned on the possession of residence, citizenship and residence requirements.
As the Italian Ministry of Labour and Social Policies explains, the family income supplement and the rent contribution will, in particular, be granted to families in which at least a member has a disability, is a minor, is over the age of 60, or is in a “disadvantaged situation and enrolled in a care and assistance programme that is run by national social and health services.
Nationals of third countries can only benefit from the scheme provided that they meet specific requirements. To be eligible at the time of application as well as throughout the period of payment, the applicant must possess a long-term residence permit or international protection in Italy or be a family member of an EU citizen holding a permanent residence permit.
Moreover, to be eligible for the scheme, third-country nationals must have resided in Italy for at least five years, with uninterrupted residence in the two years immediately preceding the applications. The same residency requirement applies to family members falling within the Adl eligibility categories.
In addition to the above-mentioned, the Ministry stresses that the applicant must also prove that they are not subject to a “precautionary measure” and that they have not been subject to any charges in the last ten years.
Regarding economic requirements, the Ministry highlights that in order to be eligible for the family income supplement and the rent contribution, the applicant’s family must jointly possess a valid indicator of equivalent economic situation (ISEE) of not more than €9,360.
Valid ISEE with a value not exceeding €9,360; in the case of families with minors, the ISEE is calculated pursuant to art. 7 of Prime Ministerial Decree n. 159 of 2013.
Certain requirements also apply. In case all of them are met, the income supplement will be up to €7,560 per year.
