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Codice Fiscale
The first document anyone needs in Italy is a 'Codice Fiscale'. It is your unique identification number during your stay and is required to perform most essential tasks including; signing rental agreements, opening bank accounts, obtaining a mobile SIM card or even joining a gym!
Renting
Did you know that many internationals rent illegally and don’t realise? It’s true, renting in Italy can be a headache, and that’s just for the locals! From understanding the different types of registered rental contracts, to domicile taxes to security deposits and condominium fee’s - it’s all here!
transport pass
It’s optional but not really… One of the best things about Milan is the public transport; from the famous wooden trams in the historical centre to the high speed metro's running across the city - we know you didn't come to Italy just to sit around!
carta d’identita
In Italy, the Carta d'Identità, or identity card, is an essential document for citizens and foreign residents alike. It serves as an official form of identification for various purposes, including travel, banking, and accessing government services.
permesso di soggiorno
The infamous ‘Permesso di Soggiorno’: Non-EU citizens arriving to Italy with a student visa must apply for the appropriate Permit of Stay (Permesso di Soggiorno) within 8 days of arrival. It’s a multi-step process that we’ve simplified for you!
Health Insurance
Before arriving to Italy, it’s always wise to take out a Health Insurance policy. For Non-EU citizens, valid Health Insurance is a legal requirement. For EU citizens, it remains optional however it remains a popular choice particularly if you need to access a local doctor.
mobile data
Once you’ve landed, you’ll want to swap your SIM card for an Italian one to have domestic calls & data. The application for Pay & Go plans is relatively straight forward and students can expect to pay less than €10p/m for up to 50GB of data with unlimited calls!
Permesso Conversions
If you have been staying in Italy as a non-EU student, you will have been issued with a Permesso di Soggiorno for the duration of your course. If you wish to extend your stay, however - you will need to apply for a new form of Permesso di Soggiorno by converting your current one.
Residency / Anagrafe
Both EU and non-EU citizens intending on staying in Italy long-term, should register their stay at the local town hall to establish permanent residency. From the Anagrafe registration to obtaining your Carta d'Identita, we've got you covered.
Tessera Sanitaria
Once you have registered your residence in Italy, you can choose to drop the Private Insurance and subscribe to the Public Health Service. Choose your own General Practitioner who will see you at no charge for consultations, prescriptions and specialist referrals.
banking
If you already have a bank account in the Euro Zone, you may prefer to skip this one. If not, there are free banking solutions available to foreigners that make it easier to receive money from home and make payments here in Italy. We’ve already checked them all out so you don’t have to.
SPID
Make life easier with a SPID, the digital identity system that allows residents to access a wide range of public services online. Whether you're a student, expat, or long-time resident, having a SPID is essential for accessing government services electronically.