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Ambito Territoriale Sociale for Expats

Ambito Territoriale Sociale for Expats

Moving to Italy is, for many, a long-held dream. The practical side can be daunting: an unfamiliar bureaucracy, a new language and different ways of doing things. Few newcomers know that every part of Italy is covered by an Ambito

How to Book a Specialist Visit in Puglia

How to Book a Specialist Visit in Puglia

Booking an appointment for healthcare services in Puglia can sometimes might seems daunting, but it’s actually not that bad at all. The CUP (Centro Unico di Prenotazione) system provides a convenient alternative by allowing patients to book appointments online or

ISEE in Italy: A Detailed Guide

ISEE in Italy: A Detailed Guide

ISEE guide for 2026: how the indicator works, the documents to gather, the new main-home exemption, which year counts and how to file the DSU via INPS or a CAF.

English-Speaking Doctors in Lecce

English-Speaking Doctors in Lecce

English-speaking pediatricians and family doctors in Lecce, how to choose a public doctor through ASL Lecce, and online consultations in English when needed.

Understanding Ritenuta d’Acconto in Italy

Understanding Ritenuta d’Acconto in Italy

If you’re working as a freelancer, consultant, or service provider in Italy, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered the term ritenuta d’acconto. For many professionals, especially those just starting out, this withholding tax can be a confusing part of the

Contratto a Tempo Determinato Explained

Contratto a Tempo Determinato Explained

A contratto a tempo determinato, or fixed-term contract, is a popular type of employment arrangement in Italy that provides flexibility to employers while offering specific protections to employees. Italian labor laws and collective bargaining agreements (Contratti Collettivi Nazionali di Lavoro,

How to Open an Italian Bank Account

How to Open an Italian Bank Account

How to open an Italian current account? To open a bank account you must be at least eighteen years of age, be in possession of a valid identity document and tax code (codice fiscale), and not have been declared bankrupt