Moving to Italy: not a dream, but a thought-out process for 2025-2026
Moving to Italy remains one of the most sought-after destinations for CIS citizens in 2025. But a successful move requires not only enthusiasm, but also an understanding of local rules, deadlines, and nuances, especially in the context of new residence permit and rental requirements. Below is only verified information relevant for November 2025, without general phrases and outdated advice.
Why Italy is suitable for relocation in 2026
– Stable legal system and transparent rules for obtaining a residence permit.
– Affordable higher education — from 500 €/year in public universities.
– A well-developed healthcare system is free of charge if you have a legal status.
– High environmental friendliness of life — clean air in the south, lakes in the north, hills in the center.
Important: Italy does not require renunciation of citizenship, and after 10 years of legal residence gives the right to citizenship.
→ Assistance in obtaining a residence permit — Italiatut
Which regions are best suited for relocation in 2026
– Calabria is the most budget—friendly region: rent starts from 350 €, food is 20% cheaper than average.
– Puglia — the balance of price and infrastructure: coast, airports, developed agriculture.
– Emilia-Romagna has a strong industry, low unemployment, good transport accessibility.
– Trentino — high quality of life, low crime rate, support for families with children.
– Lazio (near Rome, but not in the center) — access to the capital’s infrastructure without metropolitan prices.
Avoid the centers of tourist cities (Rome, Florence, Venice) for permanent residence — taxes, noise, and integration are higher there.
→ Where to move to Italy: find out in an individual consultation from Italiatut
What types of residence permits are available for relocation in 2025-2026
– Student residence permit — for admission to university or language courses for at least 6 months.
– Residenza elettiva — if you have a passive income of 31,000 €/year per person.
– Digital nomad residence permit — for remote specialists with a confirmed income of 2,700 €/month.
– Family reunification — for spouses and minor children of the residence permit holder.
– Internship residence permit — with an official invitation from an Italian organization.
→ Support when applying for a residence permit — Italiatut
How much does it cost to move and the first 6 months of life
– Air tickets and transportation of things — from 800 € (economy) to 2,500 € (with cargo).
– First—time rental – from 2,100 € in Calabria to 7,200 € in Milan.
– The deposit for the apartment is usually 2 months of rent.
– Registration of documents (transfers, apostille, insurance) — from 450 €.
– Initial purchases (furniture, household items) — from 1,200 €.
Total: the real budget for the start is from 4,500 € in the southern regions.
→ Assistance in choosing a place to move to — Italiatut
How to avoid the most common mistakes when moving
– Do not buy or book accommodation before the visa is approved — the deadlines may shift.
– Do not ignore the certificato di agibilità when renting — you cannot register at the address without it.
– Do not skimp on translators — only traduttore giurato, accredited by the consulate.
– Do not miss the 8-day deadline for applying for a residence permit after entry — even 1 day later is subject to a fine.
What to do in the first 30 days after moving
– Get codice fiscale online or at Agenzia delle Entrate.
– Sign the lease agreement and pay the imposta di registro.
– Apply for a residence permit at Questura and receive a ricevuta.
– Register with the municipality (anagrafe) — this is the basis for all further steps.
→ Relocation support from Italiatut
For those who want to “try on” life in Italy before moving, the GIDtut team offers guided tours of popular places.
If you are considering Italy for a move, but don’t know where to start, write to us on Telegram.
Italy is a conscious choice to move to.
And we know how to make this choice — confident, safe, and stress-free.
