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Moving to Italy

In Italy we provide services throughout the entire country

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Why Move to Italy

Moving to Italy, or “the Bel Paese” as Italians affectionately refer to this beautiful country, involves understanding a nation rich in cultures, traditions, dialects, cuisines, and lifestyles. It is a modern, industrialized country, with an economy largely driven by small and medium-sized companies. Italy boasts an unrivalled cultural and artistic legacy and is a major tourist destination. However, life in its well-known cities like Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, and Milan can be expensive, with high costs for rents, utilities, hotels, and good-quality clothing, and often lacks the slower Mediterranean pace foreigners might expect. Italians are generally helpful, value friendship, and their lifestyle is very family-oriented, with religion also playing a significant role.

Housing Market

The housing market in Italy moves very quickly, meaning properties often don’t stay on the market for long. Properties in city centers are typically apartments, and those seeking houses, villas, or properties with gardens may need to look further out. Central city properties are usually not furnished in a modern style, and large balconies or terraces are uncommon. It’s also important to note that “unfurnished” in Italy can mean there are no light bulbs, and garages are not standard. Landlords generally refuse structural modifications to rental properties. Principal Relocation Company assists customers in finding properties that match their needs, requirements, and budget. Principal endeavors to show what is truly available on the market. Internet listings for properties are often outdated, making direct contact with agencies a more efficient method. Due to landlords often not granting permission for photos, many valid properties can only be assessed by visiting them in person. Pre-screening services, which include interior and exterior photos and a detailed description, are available in Rome, Turin, Milan, and Florence. When negotiating a lease proposal, assignees can discuss additional items like air conditioning or new mattresses, and landlords may be more open to these requests if monetary incentives are offered.

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Documentation

Several essential administrative steps are required when relocating to Italy. Obtaining an Italian Tax Code (Codice Fiscale) is compulsory for any fiscal transaction, including working, opening a bank account, signing a lease or even just to buy a SIM card. Be prepared for bureaucracy in Italy to be very slow. Utility connection can be an “experience of a lifetime,” with potential delays and technicians occasionally missing appointments. Principal Relocation Company can assist with transferring active basic utility contracts.

Education

For families, Italy is generally child-friendly. Education is compulsory for children aged six to sixteen. Public schools primarily teach in Italian, though some in main cities may offer extra English hours. Private international or bilingual schools are available in major cities, often with high tuition fees. For example, Florence has The International School of Florence, which offers an American curriculum with classes taught in English. Ravenna, however, does not have international schools with full English instruction but offers a bilingual kindergarten. Principal Relocation Company also provides Italian language courses taught by qualified trainers.

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