The Italian lifestyle is perhaps the most envied on earth. For starters, it revolves around a cuisine that’s at once rustic and decadent. But it’s the feel-good life philosophy, putting beauty and indulgence front and center that keeps people hooked. What’s more, living and working in Italy means surrounding yourself with some of the world’s most treasured art. You can find your slice of the bella vita by the beach, in a picture-perfect coastal town complete with a monastery, or in a bohemian apartment a stone’s throw from a bustling piazza. Browse apartments and homes for rent in Italy here.
Preparing to move to Italy? Then buckle up because there's so much paperwork to arrange, appointments to make … in other words, things can get pretty stressful. But don’t worry, you won't forget a thing with our checklist!
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Moving abroad is a big decision. To know if moving to Italy is the right choice for you, take some time to understand what's so irresistible about living in Italy and what's potentially challenging.
DISCOVER THE PROS AND CONS
Italy has so many beautiful places to settle down in. However, we've reviewed them all and found that these cities are where ambitious internationals will find the perfect mix of internationality, quality of life and economic opportunities.
Explore Italy
Before you decide to move to Italy, it's important to manage your expectations about how much it costs to live in Italy. To help you budget , we'll share the average cost of food, transport, rent across cities, and more!
PLAN YOUR BUDGET
As an expat, jumping into the Italian job market means knowing about the average salaries in the country. We've done the digging for you, so find out how much you're really worth!
SET YOUR SALARY EXPECTATIONS
Moving abroad is tough. Let alone living abroad. Ace your expat life in Italy with our 4-7 minute blogs that bring you up-to-date information on moving, renting, living, studying, or working in Italy.
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