The permesso for gravidanza: What is it and when to apply for it?

The permesso di soggiorno per gravidanza, also known as permesso for cure mediche durante la gravidanza, is a temporary document that allows a foreign pregnant woman to reside in Italy for the entire duration of the pregnancy and for six months after the birth of the child. This permesso is designed to ensure access to necessary medical care and legal stability during a particularly delicate period for the individual.

Who can apply for it?

The permesso di soggiorno per cure mediche durante la gravidanza can be requested by the pregnant woman and her cohabiting spouse, if they are legally married. The pregnant woman always has the right to obtain a permesso for pregnancy, except in cases where she voluntarily decides to terminate the pregnancy.

If the application is submitted by the cohabiting spouse, it is necessary to attach the certificato di matrimonio, translated and legalized (or with apostille). This permesso cannot be issued to an unmarried father unless he recognizes the child.

The law states that the pregnant woman, or within six months after birth, as well as the cohabiting husband, cannot be expelled from Italy, ensuring legal protection for both parents.

Where to apply for it?

To apply for the permesso for cure mediche durante la gravidanza and to request its renewal, it is necessary to access the Prenotafacile.it platform via your SPID and book your appointment at the police headquarters directly from the portal.

What documents do I need?

To apply for the permesso di soggiorno per cure mediche durante la gravidanza, a set of documents must be submitted.

Here is the complete list:

• Valid passport of the mother and, if already born, the child (including all pages with data, visas, and entry or exit stamps).
• Medical certification issued by a public health facility, or a private doctor validated by the ASL, certifying the pregnancy and the expected date of delivery.
• Dichiarazione di ospitalità from the person or facility providing accommodation to the mother.
• Four photographs for the document.
• Revenue stamp (marca da bollo) of €16.

Documents required for renewal of the permesso

Upon expiration of the permesso, the mother and father can request its renewal up to six months of the child’s life.

For the renewal, the following must be submitted:

• Valid passport of the parent (or both parents) and the child (for the child, a attestazione di identità consolare legalized at the Prefettura can be presented).
• Birth certificate of the minor with the details of both parents.
• Updated dichiarazione di ospitalità.
• Four recent photographs.
• Revenue stamp (marca da bollo) of €16.

The permesso di soggiorno per gravidanza is an important measure to protect the rights of pregnant women and their children in Italy, ensuring stability and access to healthcare. A woman during pregnancy, even if alone, always has the right to apply for this permesso di soggiorno.

For any clarifications or assistance in submitting the application, we recommend contacting an association that supports migrants in your city.