Part-Time Work Rules for Students in Italy

How Many Hours You Can Work

A student residence permit lets you work part-time, up to 20 hours per week (around 1,040 hours per year). This applies to non-EU students and is enough to supplement, not replace, your funding.

You Need a Regular Contract

Always work with a written contract (contratto). It protects your hours and pay, counts toward taxes, and keeps your stay compliant. Avoid undeclared cash jobs.

Tax and the Codice Fiscale

Your employer needs your codice fiscale and pays into the system on your behalf. Keep payslips (buste paga) for your records and any permit renewal.

Where to Find Student Jobs

University job boards, tutoring, hospitality and campus roles are common. Italian language skills widen your options, so consider improving them early.

Balance Work and Study

Earnings rarely cover everything, so combine work with a DSU scholarship. Compare city job markets on our map, read the FAQ, and get the full PDF guide.