Guides

Find out what IRPEF is, who needs to pay it, how it is calculated using the latest rates, and which tax deadlines you need to meet.

A practical guide to Italian coffee culture, what to order, when to drink it, and how to avoid common tourist mistakes.

A practical guide to speed limits in Italy, including standard rules, signage, enforcement and fines. Essential reading for expats, tourists and anyone planning to drive.

When and how much to tip in Italy. Tipping advice for restaurants, taxis, and hotels, and avoiding over-tipping.

How to choose your family doctor (GP) in Italy: where to apply, what documents you need, and how to change your medico di base.

How to find student accommodation in Italy, avoid scams, and understand contracts, DSU housing, and rental costs.

Complete guide on how to voluntarily register with the Italian National Health Service (SSN) as an expat, and the change to the voluntary registration costs.

Step-by-step guide to buying and activating an Italian SIM card, comparing the main operators, mobile plans, and required documents for expats and tourists.

Freelancing legally in Italy: when to open a Partita IVA, how the flat-rate forfettario regime works, and what social security costs to expect.

Step-by-step guide to converting a foreign driving licence in Italy, and the rules for countries with a reciprocal agreement.

How to open a bank account in Italy as a non-resident: a general guide to different types of bank accounts and practical banking tips.

Italian rental contracts explained: 4+4, 3+2 and transitorio leases, rules, durations, and what foreigners need to know.

How foreigners can obtain a Codice Fiscale in Italy or from abroad, including required forms, documents, and official application steps.

The basics of Italy’s tax system for expats: IRPEF income tax, IMU property tax, TARI waste tax, deadlines, and where to get help.

How to apply for a first Permesso di Soggiorno or resident permit in Italy, from filling out the yellow kit to the Questura appointment.

How to get from central Rome to Fiumicino Airport and vice versa: discover all the available public and private transport options for travelling between the city centre and Rome’s main airport.

Here's everything you need to know about TARI in Palermo in 2025: calculation, increases and rebates.

TARI is a waste tax that must be paid by every citizen and varies from municipality to municipality: here is how it works in Florence

Where is the Malpensa airport located? How do you get there from Milan Center? How many terminals are there and how do they differ?

TARI in Milan is the municipal waste tax applied to properties and spaces that generate waste. The amount varies depending on the type of use, the surface area, and the number of occupants. Here's how it works.