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Immigration & Life in Italy

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Elective Residence Visa

2 min

Yesterday

Elective Residence Visa and Taxes: A Guide for American Retirees in Italy

How U.S. retirees in Italy are taxed under the Elective Residence Visa. Learn about the Italy–US tax treaty, 7% flat tax, and southern Italy incentives.

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From Visa to Italian Citizenship: Complete Path for Passive Income Residents

Elective Residence Visa

4 min

Yesterday

From Visa to Italian Citizenship: Complete Path for Passive Income Residents

Discover how to obtain Italian citizenship starting from the Elective Residence Visa: requirements, renewals, and real timelines explained step by step.

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Elective Residence Visa

2 min

1 week ago

Common mistakes that make your Elective Residence Visa rejected

Most Elective Residence Visa rejections happen due to avoidable mistakes. Learn how to fix your income, lease, insurance, and documents.

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The Most Affordable Regions in Italy for those who move here

Elective Residence Visa

4 min

1 week ago

The Most Affordable Regions in Italy for those who move here

Discover Abruzzo, Marche, Sicily, and Puglia: charming villages with high quality of life, low rent, and affordable costs.

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Elective Residence Visa

5 min

1 week ago

Cost of Living in Italy with the Elective Residence Visa: 2025 Guide

Find out how much it costs to live in Italy with the Elective Residence Visa: real monthly expenses for the new residents in Tuscany, Puglia, and Lombardy.

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Elective Residence Visa

3 min

3 weeks ago

How to Get the Elective Residence Visa in Italy for Passive Income Earners

Want to live in Italy without working? Discover how passive income earners can obtain the Elective Residence Visa and residence permit step by step.

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Elective Residence Visa

3 min

Sep 27, 2025

From Florida to Tuscany: Why Retirees Choose Italy’s Elective Residence Visa

Dreaming of Italy in retirement? Discover why more U.S. retirees are choosing the Elective Residence Visa to enjoy Tuscany, Rome, and the Italian lifestyle.

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