Direct answer: a study permit may allow work within legal limits and may be converted before expiry when the requirements are met. Do not exceed the permit’s limits. Check hours and expiry, obtain the contract, confirm the conversion procedure and file it with the indicated authority. Keep enrolment proof, contract and receipt. Source: Article 6 TUI and Portale Immigrazione; checked 24/10/2026.
Who this applies to: A student with a job offer who must check requirements, quota or conversion route before the permit expires.
Practical steps: 1) check the study permit expiry and whether study-to-work conversion is quota-based or exempt; 2) prepare passport, permit, proof of study, job offer or contract and employer documents; 3) file through the ALI Portal or required channel before expiry; 4) keep the receipt and appointment notice and do not exceed the work limits of the current permit before authorization.
Documents to keep: study permit, ID, enrolment or qualification, contract/offer, accommodation and required evidence.
Verifiable timing and costs: File before expiry; quotas, fees and duration depend on the applicable route.
Exceptions and special cases: Not every offer permits immediate conversion; check whether a quota or exemption applies.
If the procedure stalls: If the permit expires, keep proof of a timely filing and ask which route maintains lawful stay.
Practical example: A student receives a contract, checks the route and files before expiry rather than relying on the offer alone.