The Registry of Italian Citizens Residing Abroad, also known as AIRE, is a mandatory registration for all Italian citizens residing outside of Italy. Below, we have answers to some of our most frequently asked questions regarding AIRE. 1. What is AIRE? Established by Law 470/1988, AIRE keeps track of the personal data of Italian citizens…
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One of the many reasons people are attracted to living in Italy is accessing the high-quality national healthcare. In fact, residents in Italy and Italian citizens are entitled to register with the National Healthcare Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, SSN). This article will outline everything you need to know about the Italian Healthcare System, how to…
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Living in a foreign country often comes with questions surrounding tax liability and beneficial tax regimes. This article will outline a few of Italy’s flat tax regimes and in what situations you may be eligible to take advantage of them. Tax Residency in Italy When moving to Italy, or simply residing there for a period…
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Many Americans find themselves curious about the possibility of relocating to Europe, particularly Italy. This article will serve as a guide on how to move to Italy for Italian citizens, citizens of a European Union country, and non-EU citizens. We will discuss the visa options that are available for those looking to reside long-term in…
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This article will discuss Italian citizenship in relation to purchasing a property in Italy, and will outline some of the advantages and benefits that Italian citizenship brings when buying property in Italy. While it is true that you do not need to be an Italian citizen to be able to buy property in Italy, we…
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A.I.R.E. registration The A.I.R.E. (Registry of Italian Citizens Residing Abroad- Anagrafe degli Italiani Residenti all’Estero) contains the personal details of Italian citizens who live outside of Italy. The A.I.R.E allows the Italian government to hold your information so that, through the Italian consulate in the area where they reside, you can access the services and provisions that you…
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This article will discuss what identification and government-issued documents you are eligible for as an Italian citizen. Individuals who have acquired Italian citizenship by descent are entitled to an Italian passport, identity card (carte d’identità), codice fiscale (tax code), and a tessera sanitaria (health card). Italian passport Italian law stipulates that you must carry a…
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This article will explore how Italian and EU citizens can access and register with the Italian healthcare system. Italy has one of the best healthcare systems in the word, with some of the highest levels of life expectancy, equity in access, and quality of care. In 2023, CEOWorld Magazine Health Care Index ranked Italy number…
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The Republic of San Marino is one of Europe’s microstates, surrounded by Italy’s Emilia-Romagna and Marche regions. It is one of the oldest republics in the world, dating to 301 AD, and was reputedly founded by a Christian stonemason named Marinus, who was escaping Christian persecution by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. It officially became a…
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If you do not qualify for Italian citizenship by descent, there are many other routes to legally remain in Italy long term, some of them which can allow you to apply for citizenship later. One key document in the transition from being a short-term resident to a citizen is the carta di soggiorno or permesso…
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In a previous article that you can find here, we discussed what the A.I.R.E. is and outlined how you can register. Today we will provide a recap, and inform you of an important update regarding A.I.R.E. requirements that affect Italian citizens who plan to live outside Italy for a period longer than 12 months. What…
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This article will explore what happens once you have gained Italian citizenship and plan to live in Italy. It will discuss the process of registering as a resident in Italy and will outline the benefits you can access once you become a resident in Italy. The focus of this article is how to establish residency…
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