Italian Residency

Secure your residency in Italy with expert guidance and full documentation support

Italian Residency Requirements:

Applicants must have a valid and legitimate reason to establish residency in Italy, such as:
- • Initiating an application for Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis), when eligible (for example, as a child or grandchild of an Italian citizen)
- • A valid employment relationship in Italy (work contract or job offer, where applicable)
- • Enrollment in a recognized study program or holding a valid study visa
- • Other legally recognized grounds that allow residency registration under Italian law
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Proof of accommodation in Italy
Health insurance:
- • Coverage for entire stay in Italy
- • Minimum coverage of €30,000
Proof of financial means to support initial settlement
Biometric data and photographs as per Italian requirements

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Understanding Italian Residency Registration

Establishing legal residency in Italy is essential for those pursuing citizenship by descent, working, studying, or residing in Italy for extended periods.

To register your residency in Italy, you must have a valid and legitimate reason such as applying for Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis), employment, enrollment in studies, or other legally recognized grounds. The registration process takes place at your local comune (municipality) and establishes your legal address in Italy.

A crucial requirement for residency registration is securing accommodation in Italy. You must provide a valid rental contract (contratto di locazione) or proof of property ownership. The rental contract must be properly registered with the Agenzia delle Entrate (Italian tax authority) to be accepted by the comune. Without a legitimate housing contract, you cannot complete your residency registration.

Before the residency application process, you will also need to obtain a Codice Fiscale (Italian tax identification number). This is your unique identifier in Italy and is required for virtually all administrative procedures, including signing rental contracts, opening bank accounts, and registering with healthcare services. Our team assists with obtaining your Codice Fiscale as part of the residency setup process.

What You Need for Residency Registration:

• Valid reason for establishing residency (citizenship application, work, study, or other legal grounds)
• Registered rental contract or proof of accommodation in Italy
• Codice Fiscale (Italian tax ID number)
• Valid passport and applicable visa or permit (if required based on your nationality)

The Residency Registration Process:

Step 1 - Documentation Preparation: Gather all required documents including passport, codice fiscale, rental contract, and proof of your legal grounds for residency (citizenship application, work contract, enrollment letter, etc.)

Step 2 - Comune Registration: Submit your residency application at the Anagrafe (registry office) of your local comune with all supporting documentation

Step 3 - Verification Visit: The municipal police (Vigili Urbani) will conduct a home visit to verify you actually reside at the declared address

Step 4 - Residency Certificate: Once approved, you will receive your certificate of residence (certificato di residenza), confirming your legal address in Italy