Minor Age Residence Permit
Plain English
It's a permit for foreign minors in specific situations, such as those without a guardian in Italy or in tutela. It bridges to a regular permit when the minor turns 18, provided integration and document conditions are in order.
Why it matters
It protects minors from being expelled and gives access to schooling and healthcare. At 18, conversion to a regular adult permit becomes a specific procedure.
Common confusion
Even with a permit for minor age, the path to staying after 18 is not automatic. Documents, schooling, and integration steps matter a lot in the transition.
Official source
Ministero dell'Interno