Thursday, April 02, 2015

Info about, for or on resources for individuals considering a move to Italy – PART 1

(LAST EDITED / UPDATED: 15 OCTOBER 2016)

Here are some links about, for or on resources for individuals considering a move to Italy:
ARTICLES
  • Expat Living – "There's no fine art to expat living; a stint overseas can finish with a fairy tale ending just as often as it can end up a repressed memory." – Source: Found in articles on Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats" 
    • Planning your move – "Information and tips on what to consider when planning a move abroad"
      • Expat Check List - Tips for Planning Your Relocation 
    • Financial advice for expats – "Information about expat tax, money management and financial planning"
    • The Expat Woman – "Information for expat woman, expat families, a trailing spouse, or a parent raising a child abroad"
    • Working Overseas – "Information about expat jobs, career development and expat contract negotiation"
    • Overcome culture shock – "Information about the stages of culture shock, how to cope with culture shock, customs and etiquette, and language transition"
  • Italy Articles – "Advice for expats living in Italy"  – Source: Found in the Italy Guide section on ExpatExchange – "Welcome! If you're moving overseas, settling in abroad, an expert on international living, a repatriate, or just considering an expatriate adventure, Expat Exchange can help! Since 1997, we've helped millions of expats worldwide."
    •  Here are sample of some of the articles you will find:
      • Retiring in Italy: The 7 Best Places to Retire in Italy – "Summary: Italy's villages and cities appeal to retirees for many different reasons - the beautiful beaches, breathtaking countryside, amazing food, wonderful nightlife, bustling town markets and welcoming people. In this article, we cover several of our readers' favorite places." – By Betsy Burlingame
      • x – "" – "" – Source: X – ""
  • Source: Transitions Abroad – "WORK • STUDY • TRAVEL • LIVING"
  • Source: TRAVELDUDES – "For Travelers, By Travelers!" – "About Us"
    • How To Pack When Moving Abroad – "The problem is that when flying you can only bring a certain amount of weight with you. Oh dear. This is going to take some prioritisation and tough decision-making." – "We are here to help you pack as well as you can:" – 8th April 2016 –
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BLOGS / BLOG ENTRIES
FORUMS – WHERE TO ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT MOVING TO OR JUST ABOUT ANYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT BEING AN EXPAT IN ITALY
  • Italy expat Forum – "Meet expats in Italy" – "PLEASE NOTE: Access is for members only"  – "Join now. it's free!" – Source: Found in the Italy section – "Italy expat Community for expatriates in Italy" on InterNations – "CONNECTING GLOBAL MINDS" – "We Make Life Easier for Expats"
  • Italy Forum – "Welcome to Expat Exchange's Italy Forum. This expat forum is perfect place for expats living in Italy and people considering a move to Italy. Since 1997, Expat Exchange has been connecting expats in Ital" – "" – Source: Found in the Italy Guide section on Expat Exchange – "Welcome! If you're moving overseas, settling in abroad, an expert on international living, a repatriate, or just considering an expatriate adventure, Expat Exchange can help! Since 1997, we've helped millions of expats worldwide."
  • Italy Forum – "Forum FAQ • Search • View unanswered posts" – "" – Source: Expat Focus – "FOR ANYONE MOVING OR LIVING ABROAD"
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MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS
  • BANKING / MONEY
    • Banking, Money and Taxes – Source: Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"
    • Banking & Finance – Source: Found in The Survival Guide to Italy on THE INFORMER – "The Online Guide to Living in Italy"
    • Money – "If you are staying more than three months in Italy, you will probably need an Italian bank account. Find out about how to open accounts, get credit cards, transfer money in Italy and abroad and income tax. Managing your finances will be easier with our step-by-step guides and articles." – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy – "Living, working or studying in Italy? Just Landed helps you manage everyday life. Our Italy Guide covers topics like visas, housing, jobs and finance. Join the Just Landed Community, get in touch with people like you and share your experiences. Most importantly, have fun!" section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide." – "About us"
    • X – "" – "" – Source: X – ""
  • COST OF LIVING
    • Cost of Living – "" – Source: Found in the Italy section of Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"
    • Cost of Living in Italy – "" – Source: Found in the Italy section of INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas"  – "About" 
    • Cost of Living in Italy – "Prices in Italy" – "About"  – Source: NUMBEO – "is the world’s largest database of user contributed data about cities and countries worldwide. Numbeo provides current and timely information on world living conditions including cost of living, housing indicators, health care, traffic, crime and pollution."
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  • EDUCATION
    • Education – "In the education section, you find lots of information about studying in Italy, including tips about universities, admission processes, tuition fees and how the education system works. You will also find information about other learning opportunities in further education."  – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on
      Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide."
    • Education and School – Source: Found in the Italy section of Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"
    • School – Source: Found in The Survival Guide to Italy on THE INFORMER – "The Online Guide to Living in Italy"
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  • FINANCIAL
  • HEALTH
    • Health – "We recommend you make sure you are covered for healthcare at all times in Italy. This section provides information on the Italian health system, Italian doctors, hospitals and medical treatment. Things may not work the same way as at home - get informed in case you get ill." – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide."  
    • Health in Italy – Source: THE INFORMER – "The Online Guide to Living in Italy"
    • Healthcare in Italy – "Find out about the healthcare system in Italy and how to seek the right medical treatment..." – Source: Angloinfo® – "the global expat network" – ITALY – "Everything you need to know about moving to Italy!" 
      • Health System: "Information on the Italian national health service and details on how to register and benefit from the system."
      • Emergencies: "Who to call and what to say in an emergency, including numbers for police, ambulance, fire and rescue."
      • Pregnancy & Birth: "Pregnant? New mother? Find out what to expect from the system when you have a baby in Italy" 
      • People With Disabilities: "Overview of the facilities, organisations and support available for people with mobility, sight or hearing impairments in Italy..." 
      • Death & Dying: "Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member in Italy. Also information on the repatriation of remains for a burial or cremation outside Italy..."
      • Medical Terminology: "Comprehensive list of English terms for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments - and their Italian equivalents. Also a dictionary of terminology for a visit to the dentist."
      • Useful Contacts: "Useful links to national government and private organisations able to help with health matters in Italy."
      • Support Groups: "Child abuse, drink or drug problems, HIV/AIDS, women's support, cancer support - helplines, support groups and emergency contacts in Italy..." 
      • EU Factsheets: Healthcare – "The European Union provides a vast amount of valuable information for EU citizens living in other Member States..."
    • Health Care in Italy – Source: Found in the Italy section of INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas"  – "About"
    • Healthcare – Source: Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"
    • X – "" – "" – Source: X – ""
  • MOVING
    • Are you ready to move to Italy? – "How to Overcome Obstacles and enjoy a new life in Italy" – on Fri, 06/01/2012 - 00:00 – By: Cristiano – Source: Found in the Channel: Moving on lifeinitaly.com – "Italy | Italy daily news, Weather, All you need to know about Italy"
    • Moon Living Abroad in Italy – "Making the Move" – © John Moretti, from Living Abroad in Italy – Source: Found in the Living in Italy - Key Expatriate Websites and Resources subsection of Living Abroad by Country section on Transitions Abroad – "WORK • STUDY • TRAVEL • LIVING"
    • Moving – "Moving country is always difficult. In addition to the move itself, you will have to deal with a lot of administrative paperwork, complete a lot of minor tasks and then start rearranging your social life! Check out our relocation guide, exchange ideas in the forums and find useful services to get a head-start." – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide." 
    • Moving Checklist Template – "Plan your move overseas perfectly with our free moving checklist template. The best way to make sure you have completed everything which needs doing in preparation of your departure is to make a list and work out when each task should be finished. The following is a good example of a 90 day timeline" – "" – Source: Found in the Expat's Manual section on EXPAT INFO DESK– "Feel at home abroad — fast" – "Welcome to Expat Info Desk, your online resource for being and becoming an expatriate." 
    • Moving to Italy – "Understand the rules and regulations that might affect your move to Italy..." – Source: Angloinfo® – "the global expat network" – ITALY – "Everything you need to know about moving to Italy!" 
      • Country File:  "Understand the basics of Italy at a glance.."
      • Residency: "Find out about your visa and entry requirements to live and work in Italy: the paperwork and the process to follow."
      • Moving Pets: "Does the cat need extra vaccinations? Can a Rottweiler be imported? How to bring pets to Italy."
      • Relocation Checklist: "Plan for everything before you leave: the relocation checklist which provides you with an essentials “to do” list."
      • Leaving Italy: "Information on what to do when moving from Italy; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets..."
      • Voting: "If you're resident in Italy you can vote in some Italian elections. This page tells you how..."
      • Useful Contacts: "Find out about services and government organisations that play a part in moving to Italy."
      • EU Factsheets: Moving – "The European Union provides a vast amount of valuable information for EU citizens planning to live in other Member States."
  • PROPERTY (INCLUDING BUYING OR RENTING ACCOMMODATIONS)
    •  ARTICLES
      • Source: Angloinfo® – "the global expat network" – ITALY – "Everything you need to know about moving to or living in Italy"
        • Housing in Italy – "Everyone needs a roof over their head!" 
        • Buying a Property in Italy – "Italian real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale, you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Italy..." – "Information supplied by Avv. Alberto Predieri, Magnocavallo e associati, via Merlo 4, 20122 Mila"
      • Source: Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"
      • Source: ExpatFocus – "FOR  ANYONE MOVING OR LIVING ABROAD"
        • A Short Expat Guide to Buying a House In Italy  – "Italy is one of the most popular destinations for expats. Its sun soaked Mediterranean beaches, picturesque countryside, rugged mountainous terrain and world class cities make it irresistible to most expats, whether they are considering a short stay or a long-term relocation. In Italy, buying property is often a more prudent option as compared to renting. This may seem strange, but rent in cities like Rome and Milan can be extremely high and most expats will find that renting even a small one bedroom apartment can burn a hole in their pockets. Italy’s housing market is on par with the rest of Europe and with the introduction of the IMU tax in 2012, it certainly is a buyer’s market." – Posted on Sunday January 11, 2015 (01:08:27) 
        • Recommended Reading For Expats Moving To Italy – "Italy is the land of good food, great wine and vibrant people. There are many other reasons why this country attracts so many expats. There are lucrative job opportunities for overseas professionals. Retirees find Italy a good place to settle down because the weather is pleasant. The rural areas are quaint and rich in tradition and the cities are modern, while still retaining an old-world charm. If you’re among the many about to relocate to Italy and live la dolce vita, here is some essential reading for you." – Posted on Friday February 06, 2015 (01:12:17) 
      • Source: Found in the Italy – "La Dolce Vita Means “The Sweet Life...” and Life Gets no Sweeter Than in Sunny Italy" section on INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas" – "About"
      • Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide."
        • Housing & Rentals – "Finding a nice place to live is always difficult. Italy is no exception - finding the right accommodation can be hard, especially in large cities. Read our guide to room and flat rental. Check out the classifieds for available property and people looking to share flats."
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    • FORM DISCUSSIONS / TOPICS
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  • TAXES
    • Italy Income Taxes and Tax Laws – "Taxation of an individual's income in Italy is progressive. In other words, the higher the income, the higher the rate of tax payable. . ." – "Last partial update, July 2014" – Source: www.worldwide-tax.com – "The Complete WorldWide Tax & Finance Site" – "Key Data on World Taxes, Income Tax Rates, Tax Rates Comparison Table, Business & Finance Worldwide"
    • Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad – "Publication 54 (2014)," – "For use in preparing 2014 Returns" – Source: Found in the Publications Online section on the irs.gov [web site]AKA Internal Revenue Service 
    • Taxation in Italy – "is progressive. Taxation is levied by the central government and the regional governments. Revenue is collected by the Italian Agency of Revenue (Agenzia delle Entrate). Tax revenue in 2012 was 44.4% of GDP.[1] Total tax receipts in 2013 was 782 billion euros. Most important revenue sources, include the income tax, Social Security, corporate tax and the value added tax, which are all applied on the federal level." – Source: Wikipedia – "The Free Encyclopedia" – In multiple languages
    • Taxes in Italy – "A Guide to Italian Taxes" – "" – Source: Found in the Italy section of INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas"  – "About"
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  • TRAVEL
    • Travel in Italy – Source: Found in the Italy section of INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas"  – "About" 
    • Travel & Leisure – "Travelling within Italy can be a thankless task, especially for a foreigner. Along with a general overview of the Italian transport network, our travel guide explains how to buy, sell, rent or import a car, what insurance and obligatory maintenance your car will need and how to convert your foreign driving license. – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide."
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  • VISAS
    • Italy Visa and Residency Information – Source: Found in the Italy section of INTERNATIONALLIVING,com – "Since 1997" – "Live Better - for Less - Overseas"  – "About"
    • Visas – Source: Expat Arrivals – "local info for global expats"   
    • Visas & Permits – "Before leaving to come to Italy, make sure you understand your legal situation. Depending on your nationality, you might need a visa, residence permit and/or work permit. Read our guide to legal requirements for coming to Italy or use the Just Landed forums to ask other members for help." – Source: Found in the Just Landed Italy section on Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats  worldwide."
RESOURCES
  •  (PLEASE NOTE: THIS SECTION HAS BEEN MOVED TO PART 2)
TERMS TO BE AWARE OF IN ITALY
  • agente immobiliare – real estate agent
  • Agenzia delle Entrate (English version) – The Italian Revenue Agency AKA the tax office
  • Agenzia delle Entrate (Italian version) – L'Agenzia (tax office) – Official web site
  • Canone d'Abbonamento – TV tax - payable yearly, usually 100 Euro
  • carta d’identità – identity card
  • codice fiscale – tax number
  • geometra –  a licensed, professional individual in Italy who specializes in conducting structural surveys of properties, valuations of properties and acts on behalf of the person who pays him / her to present documents including but not limited to building plans and other related documents to the local building authorities. He / she is needed (I strongly recommend having a geometra) but not required to complete the sale of property in Italy.
    • perizia strutturale – structural survey
    • stima – valuation   
  • permesso di lavoro – work permit
  • permesso di soggiorno – residence permit
  • posta prioritaria – priority mail
  • Questura – local police
  • tabaccheria – tobacconists AKA tobacco shop or tobacco stand
  • tessera elettorale – voting card
  • tessera sanitaria – health card
MISCELLANEOUS
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ABOUT THIS  SPECIFIC BLOG ENTRY

This is only the beginning of a new series on "resources for individuals considering a move to Italy". This blog entry was instigate by a comment left on another blog entry by an individual who will be moving to Italy in the next year. There are many, many stories and tales about moving abroad as seen and mentioned above. My wife, Martha, and I have lived in Italy for 8 years plus and on my own I have lived and worked in Germany and Kuwait for another 4 years. It's an experience that we both cherish, treasure and enjoy. I want this blog entry to grow and expand to cover more than what was originally written above. So, I challenge the readers of this blog to leave comments and / or suggestions on any of the above mentioned topics or for additional topics that I can add, delete, modify or clarify on this blog entry.  
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That's it for Thursday, 2 April 2015: giovedi, 2 aprile 2015

Ciao, Ben

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(LAST EDITED /  UPDATED: 15 OCTOBER 2016)

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1 comment:

Anonymous said...

thanks for sharing! Oh how I miss visiting Italy. I took a food tour with my family with this company: foodtoursofnaples.com. So much fun, and the food was incredible. So much authentic pizza, fish, pasta, and really drool-worthy desserts… Yum

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