Jobs In Italy for Pakistani Workers | 10,500 Jobs Reserved for Pakistan | Pardes Explainers

In a significant development for overseas employment opportunities, Italy has formally announced a labour quota of 10,500 jobs for Pakistani workers over the next three years. This agreement — secured after sustained diplomatic engagement between the Pakistani government and Italian authorities — represents the first time a European country has offered a structured, quota-based labour pathway specifically for Pakistanis. Officials in Islamabad and Rome believe this initiative will not only create legal avenues for employment in Europe but also help curb the rising trend of unsafe, irregular migration through dangerous routes.
Under the arrangement, 3,500 Pakistani workers will be sent to Italy annually, with the yearly quota split between seasonal and non-seasonal employment categories. Of these, 1,500 positions are designated for seasonal work — typically linked to agricultural harvests or other cyclical industries — while 2,000 roles are for non-seasonal, longer-term employment across a range of sectors.
Sectors and Job Types
The jobs on offer span multiple industries where Italy currently faces labour shortages. Key sectors include:
Agriculture: Farm labourers, harvest workers, and general field support.
Hospitality & Services: Chefs, waiters, housekeeping staff, and hotel workers.
Healthcare: Nurses, medical technicians, support staff in healthcare facilities.
Shipbreaking & Technical Trades: Welders, technicians, and skilled labourers in shipyards and technical workshops.
These roles are open to both skilled and semi-skilled workers, emphasizing a broad range of opportunities for Pakistani applicants with varying educational and professional backgrounds.
Working Conditions and Salaries
While official Italian government announcements have not published a uniform salary schedule for this labour quota, work in Italy for non-EU workers typically follows standard Italian labour laws, which include:
Employment contracts with defined hours, leave entitlements, workplace protections and social insurance contributions.
Minimum wage standards, which in many sectors (especially hospitality and agriculture) can range roughly from €1,000 to €1,500 per month for entry-level positions, and higher for skilled roles — though exact figures vary by region, industry and employer. (Typical wages for work visas in Italy have historically ranged approximately €1,000–€3,500/month depending on job type and experience.)
Employees are generally entitled to accommodation support (sometimes provided by employers), health and social benefits, and legal protections under Italian labour law. Workers must also comply with Italian workplace standards and visa conditions.
Application & Visa Process
To apply for these jobs, candidates in Pakistan must follow an official process overseen by the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development in cooperation with Italian authorities:
Registration & Screening: Prospective workers register with authorised placement agencies or government-nominated application centres. Relevant documents (education certificates, work experience letters, identification) must be submitted.
Selection & Employer Match: Applications are reviewed, and successful candidates are matched to employers with job offers that fit their skills (seasonal or non-seasonal).
Work Authorisation (Nulla Osta): Before a visa can be issued, Italy must grant a “nulla osta” — a work authorisation confirming the job offer and quota slot.
Visa Application: Applicants then submit work visa applications through the Italian Embassy in Islamabad or designated visa centres such as BLS International, including biometric data and required documentation.
Travel & Deployment: Once the work visa is approved, workers receive travel clearance and begin their employment term in Italy.
Throughout this process, the government of Pakistan is emphasising legal, safe migration channels to protect workers from exploitation and human trafficking. With this initiative, Italy becomes a potential model for further labour cooperation between Pakistan and European nations.
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