horseman2012
American expat in Italy
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Lives in palermo
Registration: 16 January 2012
How to bring your car to Italy by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Italy, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Bureaucracy is suffocating !聽 聽 It's incomprehensible!聽 聽Many Americans can't wait to get out of Italy and go back home.聽 Believe me!!聽 聽Even Italians want out ! Read More
What struck you about Italy? by Cheryl
Hello everybody, When you first settled in Italy, you might have been struck by cultural aspects of life in Italy and you might even have anecdotes about your integration here. We would like you to share with expats-to-be what you discovered ...
Italy was once a fine country...it is now a despicable disgrace. Read More
What struck you about Italy? by Cheryl
Hello everybody, When you first settled in Italy, you might have been struck by cultural aspects of life in Italy and you might even have anecdotes about your integration here. We would like you to share with expats-to-be what you discovered ...
Clara Alemann31 March 2021 18:23:40Report#3 1 post I鈥檓 so sorry you are having such a terrible experience in Italy. Where are you living and could you describe the aspects or characteristics that you are finding challenging? I hope things ... Read More
What struck you about Italy? by Cheryl
Hello everybody, When you first settled in Italy, you might have been struck by cultural aspects of life in Italy and you might even have anecdotes about your integration here. We would like you to share with expats-to-be what you discovered ...
Unfortunately, Italy was a dream...it 's now a nightmare. I wish that I'd never heard the word Italy. All of my life I'd known good, correct Italian people in the U.S.A. Today..Italy is NOTHING of the Italy that those folks ... Read More
How can you find the best shopping and flea markets in Salento region? by louloumura70
My husband and I are retired in the U.S. and recently purchased a townhouse in Ugento and will be spending half the year there annually starting in September this year (2021) It is a small town of about 12,000 in the region of Salento. We would love ...
You are correct. This site is not at ALL helpful ! Read More
Vaccines required in Italy by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Italy, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
The "so-called" doctors in Italy are completely incompetent clowns who know nothing with regard to expats. Read More
Vaccines required in Italy by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Italy, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
Glad that you asked! The situation in Italy is a disgraceful disaster. The government and the "so-called doctors" live in 1900. Read More
How to make friends in Italy by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Italy :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
The best advice I can offer, after several years of living in both the north and the south, is to live in the SOUTH...from Naples on downward to Sicily. The people in the South are most friendly, welcoming, warm and love making new friends. ... Read More
Being convincing to an employer in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding a job in Italy is no easy feat. From applying for a job all the way to job interviews, the etiquette can be different abroad. Specially job interviews, that can already be pretty daunting, can feel even worse when set in a ...
Italian employers rarely accept Americans, Canadians, etc. as employees. They reserve the positions for Italian citizens ...there is age discrimination...on and on. If an American or Canadian employer tried to refuse a position due to ... Read More
Renewal of Passport and re-entry to Italy
On the contrary, when one renews a US passport...the old, cancelled one is not returned. Read More
How to bring your car to Italy by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Italy, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Exactly right...age discrimination everywhere in Italy...in employment, insurance etc. The country is decades behind the times. In a civilized society, in the 21st Century...age discrimination would not be tolerated. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
I saw your question about Italy. To summarize...my answer would be FORGET IT. It is NOT "La Dolce Vita " that the rest of the world believes so innocently. At least forget the North. The best places in the country are Naples, Sicily ... Read More
Bank loans in Italy by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Italy? What are the types of bank loans available ...
It's impossible to get a loan from an Italian bank...Americans are unwelcome at Italian banks. However. everyone else is welcomed with open arms. It's a disgrace, considering that we Americans saved the country of Italy. Read More
Moving to Central or Southern Italy
Sicily is the best....also Puglia and Campania. Read More
In ITALY RACISM EXISTS YET AND THEY ARE INCREDIBLE by adonissze
Do you know the campaign 鈥� Say no to racism 鈥� in Italy exists the racism in these days at 2018 in area of Lombardy, so if you go in questura they know that you are from another country or stranieri they just say to you go take someone ...
Adonissze. You are absolutely right. Furthermore..you are right ...,the south is FAR better..My advice would be to live in the South...they are nice people, friendly, sociable and welcoming..i.e from Naples on down...Puglia, Sicily, etc. ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
You are right...it's nearly impossible to make friends in the North...not only in Bolzano..but also Piemonte and many other places. People are closed, unfriendly and cold. The South (Naples, Puglia, Sicily ..) are far superior and one ... Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
Could you tell me please which ones? Do you mean that they offer the Cashier's checks denominated in US Dollars? The banks to which I was referring do so only in euros. Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
It is high time that these people in Italy "unbureaucratized " themselves. Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
I am sorry but this is the way it is.With all due respect, it is unconscionable and reprehensible that the Italian banks refuse to learn how to effect a simple international transaction. Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
Cheques (Checks) are a becoming lest less used (even in the UK) in Europe. Everything is done by electronic banking. Maybe you should suggest to [the library] to set up a Paypal account? This is nothing against America at all, this is how things ... Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
Well... I've made some inquiries and have learned that , among others, HSBC in the USA, London, etc. issue checks denominated in foreign currency...as does Union Bank of Switzerland. I have a friend who had to send a Cashier's Check ... Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
I beg to differ. It is the Public Library in my city in Massachusetts and they do receive international checks denominated in USD from others. It is not our place to question their policy. Banks in Europe, i.e. London, Edinburgh, ... Read More
BANKING by horseman2012
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ...
The charitable group at the Library to which I want to give the donation doesn't have that capability...or else they don't want to expose their bank info...I don't know. It's a Library..they accept checks or cash...period. That ... Read More
BANKING
Hello: My question is a simple one regarding banking. I have 2 conti correnti..in 2 different banks in Italy. I have need of an official bank check (we call them Cashier's checks in the USA) denominated in USD. This is ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Italy by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to Italy? How ...
Italy is NOT at ALL Dolce Vita. Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Italy by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to Italy? How ...
Well, according to Wikipedia ..its over 8 %. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immigration_to_Italy Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Italy by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to Italy? How ...
You're absolutely right! Without a special someone, the loneliness in this country is devastating. Yes..the culture and tradition is sinking badly. Read More
Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav
Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...
Thank you , I will write an email to you now. Read More
Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav
Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...
Do you have openings for teachers of English? Read More
Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav
Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...
Simpson01. You are absolutely correct. It is age discrimination and in some other countries including the US such prejudice would be prosecuted. In addition , I read with shock and dismay your comment that people were not allowed to ... Read More
Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav
Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...
Hello....I just now noticed this post..I'd not been previously informed of it. May I send to you a private message? I do have a couple of questions and you seem to be very well informed. How do I send a private message to you on this page? ... Read More
marriage and italian visas by jdhnyc
I am a US citizen intending to marry in USA to an Italian citizen and live part time in Italy. What kind of visa process do I need to go through. We want to live both in Italy and USA and want to allow travel back and forth freely without new visa ...
Well..I have a question...what is your country of origin....? I mean is it the US or Canada? Read More
marriage and italian visas by jdhnyc
I am a US citizen intending to marry in USA to an Italian citizen and live part time in Italy. What kind of visa process do I need to go through. We want to live both in Italy and USA and want to allow travel back and forth freely without new visa ...
Fortunately your experience was positive...but that is the exception rather than the rule. Read More
marriage and italian visas by jdhnyc
I am a US citizen intending to marry in USA to an Italian citizen and live part time in Italy. What kind of visa process do I need to go through. We want to live both in Italy and USA and want to allow travel back and forth freely without new visa ...
Good luck...the Italian bureaucracy is unfathomable. They do their very BEST ...to make it impossible. Read More
Paying bills in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Italy? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Cash....only cash. Don't trust any Italian company...or any Italian person...who won't accept cash. North Italy is notorious for wanting contracts documents, etc. They are obsessed with idiotic bureaucracy. Anyone asks you for a ... Read More
Obtaining Italian residence by Tokyo violinist
Hello everybody I have a very specific question here for any citizens of other EU countries living in Italy who've had experince of getting (or trying to get) a certificato di residenza from their local town hall. I'm a UK national and ...
Are you a citizen of the EU? That would explain the ease with which you were able to accomplish those things. However, for Americans, Canadians, Australians..etc...it is a labyrinthine nightmare of absurd bureaucratic garbage. The Italians ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
You are correct, of course. Unfortunately, in many aspects of life, travel etc., the facts and reality and the truth are not always the sugar-coated fantasies that we wish them to be. It's sad if the truth "offends" people...but ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Hi, yes..got it.. I accepted. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
The downside is that there is not much work in that area. It's an agricultural zone..and sadly...even the kids of the farmers want to get away because they're not interested in continuing life on farms. Some of them turn the farms into ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
These are subjects which are better to be discussed in private. If there is some way to have a private conversation on here, let me know. I'll be happy to help you as best I can. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Ok..I'll try to remember what I wrote. The answers to your questions really depend upon where in the country..therefore...you cannot say.."forget the North/South divide". First, crime in the North is rampant...especially in ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Did you happen to see my response from this morning..in which I described in the detail the crime situation, the living conditions, cost-of-living...etc? I cannot find my post. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Visiting as a tourist for a few days is one thing....daily living is quite different. You really cannot compare the 2 experiences. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
In addition to my previous post, which seems to have disappeared...but I hope that you saw it..( the post in which I described the crime situation, etc.)...I wanted to add something, As to the cost of everyday living...for example...a visit to ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
In general that part is nice...friendly people, good scenery...lower cost-of-living than in North, less bureaucracy etc. Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Absolutely right. The North (the Polentoni) is not worthy of calling itself a part of Italy. The North massacred the Southern people...read the history of that disgrace they call "unification". Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Naples is a wonderful place...one of the best..as is Palermo. Don't listen to the false innuendos about Naples.. I lived near there for 4 years. It is one of the most charming, cultured cities in Europe. The people in the North love to ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
I should have been more specific. North Italy is the disaster. It is infested with refugees, crime, violence against women, beggars in the streets...hatred of Americans..etc. The only real Italy is Naples and on to the South. Sicily is the ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Italy? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
The first thing that they should expect to learn is that they should never have come to Italy in the first place. Italy is NOT "La Dolce Vita" It is a disaster. Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Italy? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, such ...
That is not at all the case. Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Italy by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Italy? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
You can use your US license ...but it would be best to get an International license from AAA. It only costs about $ 10 and is written in many languages and accepted everywhere. Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Italy by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Italy? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
My honest and sincere suggestion to you is that forget coming to Italy. Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Italy? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, such ...
Absolutely right. If someone is not an EU citizen, Italy is a bureaucratic, discriminatory, disgusting nightmare....especially for Americans and Canadians. A person with an M.B.A. from a prestigious business school in the U.S. , native ... Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Italy by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Italy? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
The Italian government makes it virtually impossible to obtain either Residency or Citizenship for anyone outside the European Union..or for whom they deem to be acceptable refugees. Forget it...it is worse than the search for the Holy Grail. As ... Read More
Shot Down in Flames by Italian Consulate in Philadelphia by editorneal
After nine years of planning, working with friends and realtors in Vicenza, purchased flight tickets, arrangement for transportation of household goods shipment and veterinary and travel arrangements for family cat, the dreams of my wife and I have ...
Yeah...right..Well..believe it. Read More
Shot Down in Flames by Italian Consulate in Philadelphia by editorneal
After nine years of planning, working with friends and realtors in Vicenza, purchased flight tickets, arrangement for transportation of household goods shipment and veterinary and travel arrangements for family cat, the dreams of my wife and I have ...
The Italians simply do not want us Americans to be here..Otherwise , they would not make everything so difficult...Simple. Read More
Are you happy in Italy? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Italy? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I do believe that original question was .."Are you Happy in Italy? " Was it not ? The answer is NOOO.. Can't wait to get out of this country. Italy is a complete delusion. The South is FAR better than the North..but the ... Read More
Are you happy in Italy? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Italy? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Hard-headed-woman..... By the way, ....I was reading your comment about the standard transmission cars., You are absolutely right! These people think that they are so Westernized and up-to-date...yet they are infatuated with these standard ... Read More
Are you happy in Italy? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Italy? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
TO: Hard-headed woman. You're absolutely right!! I couldn't have said it any better!! From where are you originally? USA? I'm a Bostonian. The apathy about everything is appalling. All of my Italian friends in America ... Read More
Are you happy in Italy? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Italy? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Gladly, ..and when I have time I'll do so. Read More
Are you happy in Italy? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Italy? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
In answer to your question .."Are you happy in Italy"? No...not at all..Italy is a delusion. Read More
Shot Down in Flames by Italian Consulate in Philadelphia by editorneal
After nine years of planning, working with friends and realtors in Vicenza, purchased flight tickets, arrangement for transportation of household goods shipment and veterinary and travel arrangements for family cat, the dreams of my wife and I have ...
Editorneal: You are absolutely right..the system is insane. I had the same experience at a different Consulate in the U.S.A. This whole mess is disgusting. Read More
Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav
Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...
It is virtually impossible to find a teaching job in this country. I have a Master's Degree in Finance and business and have 30 years' esperience in the investment world in the U.S.A. I teach English to private students in Italy. ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Italy means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
That's because it's the North. If you go to the South..and the farther South the better..you'd find it to be different. Read More
Expand your social circle in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Italy means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
That's because it's the North. If you go to the South..and the farther South the better..you'd find it to be different. Read More
Expand your social circle in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Italy means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
Where are there any English-speaking churches in Italy? Read More
Expand your social circle in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Italy means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
Not in North Italy they won't approach you..not even to say Good morning! The only thing that approaches you in North Italy..especially in Piemonte..is an African clandestino with a cap asking for a handout. Read More
Expand your social circle in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Italy means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
My experience, In the North..especially in Piemonte, is as follows: it's nearly impossible to make friends. The Piemontese, are cold, unfriendly and unsociable. They are sad-faced little people, with a strange accent, who always look ... Read More
Business etiquette in Italy by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Italy, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
In dealing with professional organizations in Italy, my experiences have been widely diverse. Being a banker from Boston, I expect professionalism in dress and comportment in business offices, be they banks, insurance companies, doctors , lawyer ... Read More
Moving from NL to Italy. Non-EU citizen. how it goes for work permit?
It seems virtually impossible for an American to obtain the permesso di soggiorno, except through marriage to an Italian or a work contract with an Italian company and no Italian companies are hiring Americans. It is very frustrating. People from ... Read More
Turin- Unemployment rate in Vinovo? Cost of living? by Dimitristr
Hi , My name us Dimitris and I'm from Greece . Few years ago i moved to Canada for work after the crisis in Europe as we know. Couple mounths ago the company who i work here in Canada they ask me if i want to relocate in Vinovo close to ...
Stay in Canada. I'm an American who thought Italy was going to be a paradise. It is not. Stay far away from North Italy, Turin etc. The prices of everything are outrageous, there are beggars and gypsies everywhere who have brought only ... Read More
permesso di soggiorno, help! =) by XavierAllarey
hi there, i just wanna ask if what will happen if you didn't attend the appointment at Questura they gave you(for fingerprints etc.)? i actually already registered at the post office and paid the necessary bills etc. and i already have my ...
But doesn't this page here deal with the Permesso? That's the title of it. Hi horseman2012, You should start a new topic with your questions on the Italy forum. Thank you. Read More
requierements to apply residence permit.please help. by joyce_megs
hello,I just want to ask some information.I am a filipina,I worked in a family here in italy.They want me to give a permit but they dont know what are the requirements to get the permit.I am almost 3 months here and my schengen visa expired ...
Yes..it's all written in another language Hi Jondyton! As this is the anglophone forum could you please post in English? Thanks Armand Read More
Opening a bank account in Italy by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Italy ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Italy ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans for ...
You must also have a codice fiscale..which anyone can obtain free from the local Agenzia delle Entrate Read More
work visa! by audreyinitalia
Hi there, I have finally (after years of effort) been offered a contract to teach Business English in Italy with English First. They are a British school with branches all over the world. I am American. They have asked for me to arrange for my own ...
Audrey ..I forgot to mention that yes..companies in Italy can and will obtain it all for you..do all the paperwork etc...but ONLY if they want a person badly enough. I've had no luck, yet other American friends of mine had everything done for them ... Read More
work visa! by audreyinitalia
Hi there, I have finally (after years of effort) been offered a contract to teach Business English in Italy with English First. They are a British school with branches all over the world. I am American. They have asked for me to arrange for my own ...
Hi..I have the same question as Audrey. It is a nightmare here because the employers demand the Permesso di Soggiorno BEFORE giving you the contract, yet you cannot get the permesso from the government WITHOUT first obtaining the work contract! ... Read More
requierements to apply residence permit.please help. by joyce_megs
hello,I just want to ask some information.I am a filipina,I worked in a family here in italy.They want me to give a permit but they dont know what are the requirements to get the permit.I am almost 3 months here and my schengen visa expired ...
Hello: I am moving to Italy and want to be legal there. I have 2 questions. 1. Is anyone familiar with the documents, procedures etc. required to get a Permesso di Soggiorno for "Residenza Elettiva"? My income comes from the USA so I was not ... Read More
permesso di soggiorno, help! =) by XavierAllarey
hi there, i just wanna ask if what will happen if you didn't attend the appointment at Questura they gave you(for fingerprints etc.)? i actually already registered at the post office and paid the necessary bills etc. and i already have my ...
Hello: I am moving to Italy and want to be legal there. I have 2 questions. 1. Is anyone familiar with the documents, procedures etc. required to get a Permesso di Soggiorno for "Residenza Elettiva"? My income comes from the USA so I was not ... Read More