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From the retu of transport strikes and back-to-school dates to travel changes and food festivals, here’s what to expect in Italy next month. ...

So you’ve arrived in Italy, but what happens next? There are a few things about the immigration process that might surprise new American residents. ...

Understanding how Italy's media differs from that in your home country can help explain everything from dier table debates to political discourse. ...

The digital nomad visa allows remote workers from outside the EU to move to Italy and stay for a year or more. Here's what you need to know before applying. ...

Freelancing or starting your own business is the right option for many people who move to Italy, though some say it’s harder to do here than in other EU countries. We’d like to hear from readers who’ve done it. ...

Your complete guide to registering for VAT as a freelancer in Italy, from the basics of getting your code to invoicing and the benefits you can claim. ...

Finding a job in Italy can be hard due to the country's legal requirements, notorious bureaucracy and cultural norms – but it is doable. ...

Moving to Italy, a country infamous for its red tape, can seem like a daunting task. Our newsletter is here to answer your questions - this time we're looking at essential things to do, and consider, before relocating to Italy and how to apply for the notoriously difficult self-employment visa. ...

If you are thinking, or even just daydreaming, about moving to Italy, it can be hard to know where to start in your preparations. Here's our checklist for the essential things to do before the move. ...

Venice councillor Giovai Andrea Martini tells The Local why curbing tourist lets and “repopulating” the city with long-term residents should be the top priority after the entry fee scheme’s “resounding failure”. ...

There’s a lot to like about driving in Italy, but there are some common behaviours on the road that inteational residents say they just can’t get used to. ...

Verona's ancient Roman Arena will host a star-studded classical concert on Friday to celebrate the addition of Italian opera singing to UNESCO's list of intangible global heritage. ...

From June 6th to 9th, millions of people across Europe will go to the polls to elect members of the world's only multinational parliament. So what's at stake and how do the elections work? ...

From Labour Day celebrations to the start of tax filing season and a summer tyres deadline, here's what people living in Italy can expect next month. ...

There are multiple reasons why you may want to close a bank account in Italy. But the process may not always be as straightforward as it should be. ...

As March draws to a close and Italy shakes off the winter gloom once and for all, it’s time to see what Milan has in store for both residents and visitors this April. ...

When it comes to settling in Italy, there are some steps that every new arrival needs to complete before you can officially call your adopted country home. ...

From submitting a residency permit application to accessing financial services and paying utility bills, sending mail isn't the only thing you'll be able to do at a post office in Italy. ...

For many people the dream is to escape the rat race and buy a remote Italian farmhouse, pick some olives and live happily ever after. But what's life in rural Italy really like? ...

You may have heard that taxis are best avoided in Italy, and many Italians would agree, as Silvia Marchetti explains. ...