Sardinia is ready to combat depopulation by attracting workers under 40. And since yesterday, the call for applications for the grants that the regional council, led by Alessandra Todde, has made available as an incentive for anyone with a job, Sardinian or non-Sardinian, who intends to transfer their residence to the island , has officially gone online.
To be eligible, in addition to being under forty, you must already be employed at the time of submitting the application, whether as an employee, self-employed, or entrepreneur.
The one-time contribution is 20 thousand euros , which rises to 30 thousand for those who choose to settle in a municipality with fewer than 5,000 inhabitants.
Self-employed workers and entrepreneurs are also entitled to start a new business venture or establish a new place of business on the island , provided the applicant is already employed. Employees may also transfer through remote working, mobility, or a new employment relationship, provided they are already employed at the time of application.
Those eligible for the grant must commit to transferring their residence within six months of receiving notification of eligibility. The measure is also open to those who have already moved to the island since January 1, 2026. In both cases , they must maintain residency in Sardinia for at least five years.
It is therefore not necessary to be Sardinian by birth: the call is also open to those coming from other regions or from abroad, as long as they meet the required requirements.
Particular attention is given to healthcare and social care professions . If available resources are insufficient to meet all eligible applications, preference will be given to those moving to Sardinia to work in these sectors. This approach aims to encourage the arrival of professionals who will be useful in strengthening healthcare and personal services. Workers in other economic sectors will also be eligible to participate.
The overall budget is 56 million euros for the three-year period 2026-2028 , of which 8 million for 2026. Applications can be submitted until November 29.
(Unioneonline/vl)