In Italy, if you are a foreign citizen and wish to apply for a mortgage to purchase a house, you should meet some requirements. All documents necessary to start the assessment procedures will have to ...
Do you need proof of identification and do not want to carry your passport around everywhere in Italy as a foreign national? Do not worry; you may be eligible for an Italian Identity Card, also called...
The Social Walking Festival is a celebration of the art of walking, emphasizing the concept of โSocial Walkingโ to promote thought-provoking travel and garner a sense of territorial understanding thro...
Piano City Milano is the first-ever city-wide festival in Milan that celebrates the piano as an instrument of cultural significance and artistic expression. Since its first appearance in 2011, the eve...
Moving to a new country is both an adventure and a challengeโespecially when it comes to finding the right school for your children. Expat families in Milan often seek an institution that offers acade...
ย Italy is one of the most popular locations for destination weddings. When planning your dream wedding, you want it to be perfect. Just imagine a lakeside wedding at Lake Como or an intimate gatherin...
Thinking about moving to Milan, Italy? The first step on your relocation journey is to learn about the permesso di soggiorno, the Italian residency permit, one of the most important documents you will...
One of, if not the most gorgeous of all landscapes in northern Italy, is the Dolomites in the Italian Alps. This 18-peak mountain range that rises above 10,000 feet is a Unesco World Heritage site tha...
For many international families, moving abroad is as much an emotional journey as it is an academic one. In this in-depth conversation, Rebecca GloverโPrincipal of the International School of Milan (I...
Milan is known for its efficient public transport system, and whether youโre commuting daily or just exploring the city, getting an ATM (Azienda Trasporti Milano) travel pass is an easy way to simplif...
The Lombardy region is located in the northern part of Italy and is a popular destination for tourists for its museums and impressive architecture. If you are planning on living in Italy, Lombardy has...
Buying a property in Italy is a significant investment that comes with a range of tax obligations. Whether youโre acquiring a charming countryside villa or a sleek city apartment, understanding the ta...
Milan has been a cultural hub for years in fashion, design, and cinema. Many films have also made their debut in Milan. But as an expat, it can be challenging to find good films available in English o...
ย According to Christian tradition, Saint Andrew was born in 7 or 6 BC in Galilee.ย In 30 AD, Andrew and his brother Peter were summoned by Jesus to give up their trade as fishermen to become โfishers ...
Italy has officially legalized the digital nomad visa and, as of April 4, 2024, is now open to receiving applications. The visa enables digital nomads, or those who are remote workers, to travel to di...
Moving to a new city by yourself can be stressful, especially when it comes to meeting new people and making friends. Fortunately, there are countless opportunities to do just that, but where do you e...
Moving to a new city can be both exciting and daunting. One of the most challenging aspects is navigating the culture and finding your place within its community. If youโre an expat looking to find yo...
Now that you are living in Italy, it is crucial to get a health insurance plan, This not only benefits you and your family, but is also a very simple process, in a few quick and easy steps, you can al...
Italy is home to many cultural events, including this globally renowned horse race, the Palio, that happens semiannually in Siena. It is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Italian cultur...
More of the same is probably the best way to sum up the period from September 2023 to June 2024. Scottish Country Dancing has the advantage that you can do it anywhere (well, almost anywhere, deep sea...
One of the great things about living in Milan is how easy it is to travel to other places from here because public transportation is so easily accessible. This weekend, I took a 48-hour trip to Nice, ...
Private Limited Companies by Quotas Societร a responsabilitร limitata (S.r.l.) โ Traditional S.r.l. vs. Simplified S.r.l. Under Italian law, there are two main types of private limited companies inclu...
The unseasonably wet and windy weather of June has (hopefully) passed: Bring on the sunshine and warm summer evenings! Milan, at this time of year, always has a lot of outdoor events on offer: from mu...
What Is a Codice Fiscale? A codice fiscale (fiscal code) is an essential Italian tax identification number, one of the key requirements for an Italian immigrant, among other things. It identifies fore...
There really is something magical about Scottish Country Dancing (SCD). And that something has rubbed off on us, the Milan Scottish Country Dancers. What other activity can you do from the age of 8 to...
Following on from our last article about finding vegetarian and vegan options in Milan, this month we look at mainly gluten-free options in the city, as well as some lactose-free choices. This can be ...
The ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ for registering ๐ถ๐ ๐ญ๐ญ:๐ฑ๐ต๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ง ๐ผ๐ป ๐ง๐๐ฒ๐๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ด ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ. If you are a British or eligible Irish citizen living abroad who has previously lived in the UK or been registered to vote in the UK, yo...
Did you know that Milan has the biggest car-sharing system in Italy? This system has first been introduced in 2001 due to its easy convenience and is currently present with five operators offering thi...
Every vegetarian and vegan in Italy has a story to tell that involves going to a restaurant or bar, asking about the veggie options and ends with the bemused waiter shrugging and offering them a salad...
Taxes โ such a small word yet it can produce such intense emotions in many. Knowing that they can be a sore spot for many, Italyโs decision to entice more people to return โ or enter โ Italy by offeri...
