The first 60 days
The law asks you to renew before expiry, but courts treat that deadline as non-mandatory: if you file the renewal within 60 days after expiry, expulsion generally isn't justified for the delay alone (Court of Cassation, Joint Sections 7892/2002).
After 60 days
After that, without a renewal application you're considered irregular. You can still apply and explain the delay: the delay is a factor to weigh, not an automatic refusal. But the longer you wait, the harder it gets.
Work and healthcare meanwhile
- With a renewal receipt filed on time, you can generally keep working.
- Without a valid permit or receipt, your employer is at risk and some health services may be suspended.
What to do today
- Check the exact expiry date and whether you have any receipt.
- Gather proof of why you didn't renew (illness, travel, no appointment available).
- Don't leave Italy until it's resolved.
- File the renewal as soon as possible, or consider another type of permit.
- If you receive a refusal or expulsion order, appeal deadlines are short (30–60 days).
Frequently asked questions
Can I be expelled if my permit expired a month ago?
If you file the renewal within 60 days after expiry, generally not. Act now.
Published: 23 October 2026. This guide is general information and does not replace a lawyer's advice on your specific case. Italian immigration rules change often.