Register as a resident (Italian & EU citizens)

Iscrizione anagrafica

Already Italian or an EU citizen? There's no visa, just registration at your comune.

Who it's for: Italian citizens (including dual citizens recognized by descent) and citizens of other EU countries.

Requirements

Italian citizens abroad: transfer from AIRE to your new comune's anagrafe by declaring your residence there (within 20 days of moving)
EU citizens: register at the comune after 3 months, with proof of work, or of sufficient resources and health insurance
A registered lease or deed for your address; the vigili urbani will visit to verify it
Get or update your codice fiscale, then enroll in the national health service (SSN) and choose a family doctor
Set up SPID (digital ID) and an Italian bank account

Timeline: Registration is effective from your declaration; the verification visit usually happens within 45 days
Approximate cost: Free (stamp duties for ID cards are minimal)
Can you work?: Yes, with no restrictions
Path to permanent: You're already permanent. EU citizens gain permanent residence after 5 years and can apply for Italian citizenship after 4

Pros

No visa, quotas or income thresholds
Full access to healthcare, jobs and services from day one

Cons

Italian tax residency usually starts once you're registered or present 183+ days. Plan taxes before you register

Official source: www.anagrafenazionale.interno.it

General information as of autumn 2026, not legal advice. Requirements vary by consulate. Confirm with yours or with a licensed Italian immigration lawyer.