Discover the key steps of your project
A clear roadmap with our associated services, so you can move forward in the right order and with complete peace of mind.
Choose the ideal location and analyse the market
Identify the regions and cities that best match your lifestyle (seaside, countryside, vibrant city, proximity to France…), then pinpoint the most promising professional sectors in Italy based on your experience, skills, and opportunities. To help with this, we offer a 1-hour consultation: a personalised exchange that allows us to analyse your criteria and profile in order to define the most suitable area for your relocation project.
Apply for the Italian tax code (Codice Fiscale)
The Codice Fiscale is a mandatory, unique, and lifelong code, essential for any administrative process in Italy (employment, rental, banking, healthcare). You can apply for it: at the Italian consulate in your country, directly at the Agenzia delle Entrate in Italy, or by delegating the procedure to us. In that case, we handle everything remotely, attending in person on your behalf, to save you time and simplify the process.
Get an Italian SIM card
Having an Italian phone number makes every step easier: estate agencies, banks, and public offices rarely call back a foreign number. A local contact increases your chances of finding accommodation and simplifies your administrative procedures. We help you compare plans, choose the most suitable operator, prepare the required documents, and guide you via video call; depending on the region, we can also assist you on-site.
Search for housing in Italy
You can browse listings on specialist property portals or through private sellers to understand the market and define your criteria. We then help you contact agencies and landlords, organise viewings, prepare your application file, and secure the signing of the contract.
Engage a surveyor
Once you have identified a property, a surveyor can provide an accurate estimate of its real value, verify the property's compliance, and assess the cost of any potential works. We help you find a trusted surveyor located directly in the area where the property is situated.
Check your eligibility for renovation incentives
Before purchasing, it is essential to know whether you qualify for the renovation incentives provided under Italian law. Through a personalised consultation with a French-speaking accountant, you can verify your entitlements, understand the eligibility criteria, and optimise your property investment.
Set up legal assistance
A free appointment with a bilingual lawyer specialising in Italian property law allows you to make an initial contact, review the chosen property, and determine the most appropriate type of support for your needs.
Open a bank account in Italy
Opening a bank account in Italy is essential, not only to avoid fees associated with the notary's escrow account, but also to simplify the payment of IMU and utility bills directly from abroad via your banking app.
Arrange an interpreter for the day of signing
At the time of signing, a bilingual interpreter is essential to ensure full understanding of the documents. We assist you by providing access to our network of interpreters, or by finding one in your area if needed.
Set up utility accounts (water, gas, electricity)
After the deed is signed, you will need to activate your utility meters. We help you choose a reliable and cost-effective provider, capable of starting the service quickly, even without an Italian phone number or a local bank account.
Take out home insurance
In Italy, insuring a property is not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended to protect your home and belongings (fire, water damage, etc.). We help you compare policies, choose the one that best suits your needs, and support you throughout the process up to the point of signing.
Pay IMU or file your tax return in Italy
In Italy, if you are a non-resident property owner you will need to pay IMU, and if you receive rental income you will be required to file a tax return. Our bilingual accountants can handle these procedures on your behalf to avoid any errors or penalties.
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