The Italian government has announced that between 2026 and 2028, it will offer employment opportunities to more than 497,000 foreign workers across various sectors. According to an international news agency, the decision has been made under the Decree of the President of the Council of Ministers (DPCM), which has already been published in the official gazette. The initiative, known as the Flow Decree, will allow citizens from non-European countries — including Pakistan — to legally secure employment in Italy.
Official data shows that Italy plans to provide 164,850 job openings in 2026, 165,850 in 2027, and 166,850 in 2028. These opportunities will cover a range of employment categories, including seasonal, non-seasonal, and self-employment work permits. The policy aims to address Italy’s growing labor shortages and support key industries that rely heavily on foreign workers.
Authorities have stated that most seasonal jobs will be available in the agriculture and tourism sectors, while non-seasonal employment will be offered in construction, logistics, manufacturing, and domestic care services. This distribution highlights Italy’s efforts to balance its economic needs with the growing demand for skilled and semi-skilled labor from developing nations.
The government has also announced the application dates for 2026. According to the schedule, applications for the agriculture sector will open on January 12, tourism on February 9, non-seasonal work on February 16, and domestic care on February 18. Pakistani citizens seeking to work in Italy will first need to obtain a job offer from an Italian employer, who will then apply for a work permit (Nulla Osta) through an online government portal.
Once the work permit is approved, Pakistani workers can apply for a Type D work visa at the Italian Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan. Applicants are required to submit their passport, employment contract, Nulla Osta, proof of financial means, and health insurance. The new decree is seen as a significant opportunity for Pakistani workers seeking stable and legal employment in Europe, particularly in light of increasing global demand for labor mobility.
