Dec 2My #1 Mistake in Learning ItalianWhen I moved to Italy in 1988, I didn’t speak a word of Italian. To be fair, I had no idea that life would bring me to the Bel Paese; if I had known this, I would have done at least a 90-hour intensive Italian language course before coming here. …Italy3 min readItaly3 min read
Nov 10Relocating to Italy: The Cost of Living in A First-Tier CityGiven the number of job opportunities, as well as an established international community, and the proximity of being near an international airport, first-tier cities, such as Milan and Rome, attract many foreigners each year. In terms of cost of living, Milan and Rome come in only after Bolzano and Trento…Global Mobility3 min readGlobal Mobility3 min read
Nov 1Entry/Exit System (EES)Overview The Entry/Exit System (EES) will be an automated IT system for registering third-country travelers including both short-stay visa holders and visa exempt travelers, each time they cross an EU external border. …4 min read4 min read
Oct 18Italy: Elective Residency VisaThe Elective Residency Visa is aimed at Non-EU citizens who have a substantial amount of money, savings and/or investments in their country of origin that will permit them to live in Italy without working. The applicant will need to show assets from a portfolio (the consulate may request original financial…Italy3 min readItaly3 min read
Aug 31Two Life Lessons for Expats in Italy#1 — Focus on Yourself Everyone who moves to Italy is on their own unique journey. …Global Mobility3 min readGlobal Mobility3 min read
Jul 9Is an Overseas Assignment Right for You?The allure of an overseas assignment can be very appealing to some individuals, especially for certain destinations that are very sought after, such as London. However, it is wise to note, that some of the most unsuccessful relocations from the US, for example, are into the UK — this may…Global Mobility4 min readGlobal Mobility4 min read
Jul 6Take Your Business Back to BasicsIn today business world, it is extremely easy to become overwhelmed with everything that comes our way, ranging from which social media platforms we should be on and how to manage their algorithms, to understanding the latest marketing trends that will allow us to grow our businesses in the best…Global Mobility5 min readGlobal Mobility5 min read
Jun 27Working with a Realtor in ItalyRegardless of whether you are renting or buying in Italy, it is always advisable, to try to work with the best realtor possible in the area where you would like to live. A few guidelines for doing this include the following: Make sure that you work with a realtor who…Global Mobility4 min readGlobal Mobility4 min read
Jun 22Five Super Tips for Relocating to Italy#1 — Top Five Jobs in Italy According to the latest market research, these are the most sought-after professional profiles in Italy at present. · Robotic Engineer (deals with the design, construction, and testing of robots). · Machine Learning Engineer (IT professional who focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance…Global Mobility6 min readGlobal Mobility6 min read
May 11Italy: 14 Things You May Not KnowThe standard power in a property in Italy is 3kW. If you feel that 3kW is not sufficient, you can request an upgrade. The cost of the upgrade can vary depending on the provider and the type of upgrade — you can request to upgrade to 4.5kW, 6.0kW or 10kW…Global Mobility5 min readGlobal Mobility5 min read
