Relocation to Italy
A guide to relocating to Italy: work and digital nomad visas, taxation, housing, education and healthcare in Milan, Rome and Bologna, with Ocean’s support.
A guide to relocating to Italy: work and digital nomad visas, taxation, housing, education and healthcare in Milan, Rome and Bologna, with Ocean’s support.
- CapitalRome
- Population~59 million
- LanguageItalian · English widely spoken
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time zoneCET/CEST · one hour behind Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 3.5 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Options for Israelis include employer-sponsored employment, the EU Blue Card for highly skilled workers, intracompany transfers, self-employment, family routes and digital nomad or remote worker visas for eligible applicants.
Taxation
A progressive tax system covering national, regional and local taxes.
Economy and cost of living
Housing is expensive in Milan and Rome, while Bologna and secondary cities may offer better value.
Housing
The rental market is competitive in Milan and Rome and may require guarantees, a deposit and proof of income.
Education
Public education in Italian alongside international schools in Milan, Rome and Bologna.
Healthcare
The public SSN healthcare system operates regionally alongside private medicine.
Community and culture
Long-established Jewish communities in Rome and Milan, and expatriate communities in major cities.
Employment and business
Milan leads in finance, fashion, design and technology; Rome in services, institutions and communications; and Bologna in industry, academia, food and automotive sectors.
Ocean's winning tip
In Italy, the job market, local taxation, healthcare and housing vary by region. Your Ocean Journey Manager connects the choice of city with the entire relocation journey.
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