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The UK and Italy are very different animals and it is fascination of experiencing something foreign or exotic that attracts people to move to Italy. Be prepared is a motto that will serve you well whether is adapting to a new language, engaging with new cultural traditions or simply enjoying new food.

Driving in Italy

Driving in Italy, an unfamiliar country, can be a daunting process. You will be a legal Italian driver if you are both over 18 and a holder of a full UK driving licence. Holding a full UK licence and being over the age of 18 also allows visitors to ride a motorbike over 125cc. Driving rules for child passengers are strict in Italy. Children aged between 4 – 12 are not allowed to ride in the front of a vehicle unless a suitable restraint system is used. Make sure you drive your car on the right hand side of the road and of course all passengers should be wearing a seatbelt. Headlights should be on and dipped if you are on a dual carriageway or motorway regardless of whether it is day or night. A vehicle has to have certain items within it at all times if it is being driven in Italy. These include the vehicle registration papers, a driving licence and an insurance certificate.

Italian Language

Learning a new language can be quite a barrier to overcome. Leaving your domain of comfortability and safety and entering a place where the populace speak a different language entirely can have a isolating and disconnecting effect. It is therefore sensible to at least learn a little Italian before moving to Italy. Learning Italian before you move is a smart idea. Whether it’s organising “courieri” (couriers) or “traslochi” (house removals), some key words and phrases will help when you move to Italy.

Pets

Alongside your household affects reaching Italy, pets will also need to reach their destination safely and securely. Pets can be transported to Italy without having to go through quarantine if you are able to use the pet travel scheme. You can contact your local vet to get additional information on the Pet passport or travel scheme.

Education in Italy

In Italy there are three stages to a child’s education. Firstly there is primary school which is compulsory from the age of six onwards. Secondary school is split into two, with lower secondary being attended by those between 11 and 14. Finally there is upper secondary school, taking around 3 – 5 years to complete. State schooling is free until the end of primary education and is compulsory until the age of 16

Telephone & Internet

Telecom Italia is responsible for providing land line telephone services in Italy. Alongside Telecom Italia there are private internet providers. Your access to the internet will often be limited by which part of the country you are located. Reliable internet is steadily increasing across Italy and there are numerous providers to choose from.

Banking

The most popular card used to purchase goods and pay for services in Italy is called the Bancomat card. This card is accepted throughout Italy and it is highly recommended to request this card when opening a bank account. Bank accounts can be opened by anyone over the age of 18 and it is not necessary to make an appointment in order to open an account

Healthcare

Emergency treatment is available at free or low-cost to anyone in need in Italy. Eligibility to the National Health Service and health insurance is based on what you contribute to the system. Your income level and family size will dictate how much your contribution costs are.

Working in Italy

In order to find a job in Italy you will need to register with a job centre. The job centre should be the nearest one to your place of residence. Of course it would be best to organise your new job before you arrive but this is not always possible and if this is the case you should contact private job agencies and look in local newspapers.