Retiring in Lucca, Italy

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gaetanaanastasiaNew member24 January 2026 13:37:34

Hi. I am looking into retiring from the United States to Lucca, Italy. I would be living on my Social Security and small pension. I would love some advice as to how to begin this process. I was thinking about flying over and then applying to stay once I鈥檓 there. Would this work?

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SimCityATExpert24 January 2026 14:43:32

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You have to apply for the visa from your residency, so no. Talk to your nearest embassy or consulate.

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ModicasaSerial expat25 January 2026 04:42:51

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You need to apply through your local consulate in your home country.聽 You will need proof of income which as a single person is about 33000 euros per year for an elective residency visa.聽 You will also need an address - either a home you have bought or have a long term rental contract, as well as health insurance etc.聽聽It will require a trip to Italy to sort out where you are going to live, before you get your visa, which will allow you to come for more than 90 days.