Finding the Right Balance in Italy.
I’m talking about the sweet spot between romanticism and practicality. Many people coming to live in Italy are swept away by the former while [...]
Applying for an Italian Elective Residency Visa?
For most people, getting the Italian Elective Residency Visa is the most stress-producing part of the process of moving to Italy. Lately I’ve [...]
Preparing for the Diversity of Italian Bureaucracy
The office of the immigration police. If you’re planning on moving to Italy you’ll be dealing with bureaucratic processes that are significantly different [...]
Yes, You Can Begin Again…
Each moment affords the opportunity to begin again… New beginnings don’t have to be big to affect a true change of life’s course. [...]
Living in Italy – Speaking Italian Requirements
Living in Italy Requires Certification of Speaking Italian at the A2 Level If you are contemplating living in Italy, or if you’ve already arrived, [...]
Considering Moving to Italy?
Or, are you planning an extended stay in Italy? Hollywood has helped build a heavily weighted view of living in Italy. While I liked “Under [...]
Tips for Getting Your Italian Visa
With my Italian Visa successfully in hand, I had the official “green light” to begin my journey as an expat. This is the [...]
A Cat’s Journey to Italy
Francesca, a California girl, made the long trip to Italy with flying colors, in spite of my anticipating otherwise. One of the many [...]
Moving Your Stuff to Italy
With reasonable certainty that you will soon have your Italian visa, it’s time to start thinking about moving your stuff to Italy, and llining up [...]
Why You Need An Italian Driver’s License
Be sure to get your Italian driver’s license during your first year of residency. Before you read this, please remember the phrase “Don’t [...]
Your Italian Driver’s License and Your Car
Your first year of having an Italian driver’s license imposes some restrictions on the car you drive. These two topics, getting your Italian [...]
Do I Keep My U.S. Driver’s License?
Once you are the proud owner of an Italian driver’s license, you may be asking yourself “Do I keep my U.S. driver’s license?” I must [...]