Mini PIA Turismo: Complete Guide for Foreign Investors
Step-by-step process to access 45-55% non-refundable grants for tourism investments in Puglia
Key Program Requirements
Company Structure
Italian registered entity (SRL, SPA, SNC) with Puglia headquarters
Minimum Investment
€50,000 in eligible costs
Maximum Grant
€2,500,000 (50% of €5,000,000 eligible costs)
Employment Creation
Minimum 3 ULA (full-time equivalent units)
Project Duration
Complete within 18-24 months
Operational Commitment
Maintain activity for minimum 5 years
5-Phase Implementation Process
Total timeline: 24-36 months from preparation to operation
Phase 1: Pre-Application Preparation
Duration: 3-6 months
Establish Italian company (SRL/SPA)
Register in Puglia Chamber of Commerce
Secure property with preliminary agreement
Develop technical project with architect
Prepare 5-year business plan
Phase 2: Application Submission
Duration: 60-90 days window
Register on Sistema Puglia portal
Obtain Italian digital signature
Compile all required documentation
Submit online application
Receive protocol number
Phase 3: Evaluation Period
Duration: 60-90 days
Technical evaluation by commission
Possible site inspection
Scoring based on criteria
Additional documentation if requested
Await approval decision
Phase 4: Contract & Implementation
Duration: 18-24 months
Sign grant agreement within 30 days
Start works within 6 months
Submit quarterly progress reports
Complete project on schedule
Request final inspection
Phase 5: Operation & Monitoring
Duration: 5+ years
Begin operations within 3 months
Maintain employment levels
Submit annual reports
Accept monitoring visits
Display funding acknowledgments
Eligible Investment Categories
Property & Construction
100%- Building purchase
- Renovations
- Systems installation
Equipment & Furnishing
100%- Furniture
- Kitchen equipment
- IT systems
Professional Services
Max 10%- Design
- Project management
- Technical studies
Innovation/Environmental
Min 5%- Solar panels
- Smart systems
- Energy efficiency
Example: Mini PIA Eligible Property
Real investment opportunity showcasing Mini PIA grant potential
Palazzo Palmariggi
Historic palazzo from the early 1900s featuring authentic Salento-style vaulted ceilings and elegant coffered ceilings. Perfect for luxury hospitality conversion with significant heritage value and tourism potential.
Critical Success Factors for Foreign Investors
Do's - Best Practices
- Establish Italian company 6 months before application
- Partner with local professionals (architect, accountant, lawyer)
- Include 10%+ innovation/environmental components
- Get 3+ quotes for every expense category
- Maintain 40% liquidity for non-eligible costs
- Use specialized grant consultants
Don'ts - Common Pitfalls
- Submit incomplete documentation (automatic rejection)
- Use foreign company without Italian entity
- Underestimate bureaucratic timelines
- Ignore minimum innovation requirements (5%)
- Start work before grant approval
- Sell assets within 5-year monitoring period
Required Documentation Checklist
Company Documents
- ✓ Certificate of incorporation
- ✓ Chamber of Commerce registration
- ✓ Financial statements
- ✓ Bank guarantee letter
- ✓ Anti-mafia certification
- ✓ Tax compliance certificates
Project Documents
- ✓ Technical project (architect signed)
- ✓ Building permits
- ✓ Property ownership/lease docs
- ✓ Cost estimates (3 quotes each)
- ✓ 5-year business plan
- ✓ Environmental assessments
Foreign Investor Extras
- ✓ Certified Italian translations
- ✓ Apostille for non-EU docs
- ✓ Italian digital signature
- ✓ Local tax representative
- ✓ Italian bank account
- ✓ Power of attorney (if needed)
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- Complete application preparation
- Italian company formation
- Technical project development
- Post-approval management
Typical Professional Fees
Success Fee Model Available: 5-8% of granted amount
Typical Investment Timeline
Month 1-6: Preparation
Company setup, property acquisition, project development
Month 7-9: Application Window
Submit application during open period
Month 10-12: Evaluation
Regional assessment and approval
Month 13-30: Implementation
Construction, renovation, equipment installation
Month 31-36: Launch
Final inspection, grant payment, begin operations
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