The income threshold rises with family size
The law uses a multiplier of the assegno sociale (a social benefit) instead of a flat sum — so the threshold is automatically indexed to inflation every year.
What the process consists of
Besides income, suitable housing (idoneità alloggiativa) is required — a separate check, not reducible to money.
How the process runs
A good fit if
A poor fit if
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Frequent questions
Why isn’t the income threshold one flat figure?
Because the law (Art. 29, D.Lgs. 286/1998) explicitly ties it to the assegno sociale — a social benefit that is indexed to inflation every year. Showing a flat figure would mean it goes stale within a year.
What is the assegno sociale and why is it the calculation base?
It is the minimum social benefit for low-income citizens over 67, set by INPS. Italian law uses it as a universal unit for "minimum sufficient income" across several social schemes, including family reunification.
How often does the amount change?
Every year — for 2026, INPS set it at €546.24/month (13 payments = €7,101.12/year) via Circolare No. 153/2025, with a 1.4% indexation increase.
Who can be reunited?
A spouse, children under 18 (unlimited age if legally incapacitated), and, under certain conditions, dependent parents with no other children in their home country able to support them.
What is idoneità alloggiativa?
An official check that housing meets sanitary and floor-area standards for the number of occupants — a separate requirement from income, certified by the municipality or a licensed technician.
Does a reunited family member get independent status?
Independent-status rules are governed by a separate article (Art. 30) and require their own review — this page does not cover that aspect, to avoid making unverified promises.
Sources
Figures are for reference only. Verified against official sources on 26 August 2026. A precise quote is issued by the appointed firm after document review. This material is not legal advice, a public offer or investment advice.