The Complete Italy Move Checklist

47 items covering every step from visa application to healthcare enrollment. Free PDF.

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Before You Apply (12-18 months out)

  • Determine which visa applies to your situation
  • Verify your passive income meets the threshold (€31k minimum)
  • Research Italian consulate jurisdiction for your US state
  • Begin gathering documents (FBI background check takes 4+ weeks)
  • Book Italian accommodation (lease or purchase)

Visa Application Phase (6-12 months out)

  • Book consulate appointment (expect 2-6 month wait)
  • Get health insurance with €30k Italy coverage
  • Apostille FBI background check
  • Have Italian documents translated if needed
  • Attend consulate appointment
  • Wait for visa approval (60-90 days)

First 8 Days in Italy

  • File Permesso di Soggiorno application at Questura or post office
  • Keep receipt (ricevuta) — your legal authorization to stay
  • Set up Italian mobile number (SIM)
  • Begin Comune registration process

First 3 Months

  • Open Italian bank account
  • Get codice fiscale if not already obtained
  • Register with local Comune (residenza anagrafica)
  • Enroll in Italian healthcare (SSN) after residency confirmed
  • File FBAR if applicable (April 15 deadline, US)

+ 22 more items in the full 47-item PDF

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