Living and Working in Italy – Cradle of Mediterranean Culture and World Heritage Site

Want to work in Italy? Get to know the country that is responsible for housing 70% of the historical heritage of the world!

Did you know that Italy is the fifth most visited country in the world and has 51 World Heritage sites listed by UNESCO?

The land of pizza is enchanting and conquer at first sight, especially by the breathtaking sights!

The famous city of Venice, the Colosseum, the beautiful Florence … We must not forget the leaning Tower of Pisa, the country’s postcard and the religious Vatican city state. These are some examples! There is no reason for you to stop visiting, living and maybe working in Italy!

Officialized after 186 1 with the unification of the country, Italian became a compulsory language. But in Italy, what you may not know is that there are 21 dialects outside the Italian language.

The climate in Italy is very varied between the Mediterranean and continental climate, reaching the minimum of 2 ° C in winter and 27ºC in summer. If you are thinking of living in Italy and enjoying the cold you will also appreciate one of the strengths of Italians: Italian fashion.   As a European country and part of the Eurozone, Italy ‘s currency is the Euro. Although this country has a strong tradition in labor law, there is no minimum wage in Italy . M haphazardly with no a preset value, there are minimum wages made in agreements or contracts, according to the category professional in Italy. But to give you an idea of ​​value, the lowest paid professions range from 900 € to 1100 € (Euros).

Cost of living in Italy

If you plan to live in Italy, the minimum rental price is on average € 900.00 including water bill. But it is noteworthy that unlike other countries, the rent in Italy is charged every 2 months, so the monthly amount would be 450,00 €. Different, no?

Locomotion…

In general, and taking long journeys into account, the values ​​for public transportation in the country are very high. The ticket price for municipal bus is 1.50 €, for intercity buses, 3.00 € and for train tickets, 2.00 €.

Now if you use public transport every day to work, it pays to get a monthly ticket that costs € 30.00.

For those who travel by car around the country, diesel car fuel costs € 1.50 per liter and gasoline is a little more expensive, reaching € 2.00 per liter. In terms of food, for purchases in supermarkets and fairs, the average cost is 150,00 € / month per person. Now if you are thinking of eating out… Meal prices in Italian restaurants are a bit more expensive, costing € 15 per person.

Economy of Italy

As in most European countries, the economy in Italy also suffered greatly from the economic crisis of 2008, hampering the evolution of the country. But with the economic reforms implemented in 2009, the economy had a rebound of 1.5% in Italian GDP , showing a recovery and making it the 13th country with the highest GDP.

The service sector is prominent in Italy, accounting for 73.9% of GDP i taliano. Then comes the industry , with 24% , and the agricultural with 2.1%.

Working in Italy

If you, a young Brazilian, intend to move to Italy and try a job in Italy, know that the opportunity scenario is good. The country has an average of 168 seniors for every 100 young people.

The booming and most lacking professions in the country are of service as cook, baker, confectioner, cabinetmaker, electrician, mechanic and plumber , employing many foreigners.

So anyone who is willing to enter these areas can be a good gateway into the country to begin their professional career.

Tips for finding a job in Italy.

For you looking for a job opportunity in Italy, the first tip is:  create a competitive resume , but don’t forget that this is another country. Countries have different cultures from ours, including business , so the tip is to put together a Europass- style curriculum .

Also, having a good command of the Italian language is important to practice any profession in the country.

How to get the Italia visa in?

Brazil has a treaty with some European countries, especially those in the euro zone, the so-called Schengen Treaty . This treaty allows a Brazilian to spend 90 days with a visa and free pass in 26 European countries. That is, if you are already in any country in Europe, you can enter all 25 others without having to apply for visas.

However, to enjoy this free movement on the continent, you need to contract a travel insurance of at least € 30,000, the equivalent of $ 175,000. The purpose of this obligation is to ensure that the visitor can pay for possible medical expenses during the trip, including in the event of death.

Now, if you’re looking for work in Italy , according to the Italian Consulate General, there are some types of v this work that fit the format ” permesso di soggiorno ” or residence permit, as follows:

Self-Employed Work Visa:

As in other European countries, “ Golden Visa ” is a visa given to encourage entrepreneurs or investors to move to the country.

Regarding Italy, although not very accessible, there are some exceptions such as sports activity, business partner, for entrepreneurs, professionals and start-ups. But this visa is more bureaucratic and has some requirements, regardless of their occupation in the country.

Work permit Italy – for subordinates:

This is the most common. In this case, the employee needs to have a technical opinion from the immigration center, based primarily on the employment contract or the promise of work by the contracting company.

In both cases, for freelance and subordinate visa, you will have a cost of 116 €.

To start this Italian work visa issuance process , you need to present at the Italian Consulate in Brazil or in another country where the applicant has residence, the following required documents:

– In the case of doctors, architects, lawyers, etc., professional registration is required , issued by the competent order;        

– Contract signed by an Italian company with a recognized name – registered in the companies register;        

– Last income statement;        

– Criminal background sheet;         – And in case of sport activity it is necessary to obtain the authorization letter from CONI;        

Best Universities in Italy

Italy has private and public universities. And let’s face it… they are breathtaking architectural buildings! Most historic buildings dating back to a glorious past that perpetuate magnificent beauty!

In addition, the Italian university education system has the best universities in the world, among them Alma Mater Studiorum di Bologna, which has had distinguished students, such as Dante Alighieri, Nicolau Copernicus and popes Alexander VI and Gregory XV, as well as other big names. of the story.

Bologna University is considered the oldest in Europe, founded in 1088 with the Law School. The institution currently has over 78,000 students and 10 course options . In highlighting the science courses, engineering or medicine , the n addition of the Master’s and Doctorate.

Best Cities to Work in Italy

Bolonha

Bologna is located in northern Italy, home to the University of Bologna, as I said, the oldest in Europe! Besides being a university city, it is also an important mechanical and electronic industrial hub. University careers are on the rise in Bologna. 

Turim

To the north, in the Piedmont region, Turin is the fourth largest city in Italy and the first capital. Thus, Italy was born in Turin… The cradle of unified Italy is also considered the most industrialized Italian city . The Kappa and FIAT facilities, world renowned industries, are good examples of this. The industrial job market is a good option for those who want to live in the country, especially in the city of Turin.        

Trento

Trento is a city that has 117 thousand inhabitants. If you think about living there, good choice! Trento has topped the list of best cities in Italy to be live! Here’s the tip!


For foreigners looking for convenience, public services such as transportation, education and health are considered one of the best in the country. The city’s economy is based on industry and agriculture, but it also has to be said that the cost of living in Trento is not usually the lowest, with the rent of apartments of just one bedroom being up to € 600.

Milão

One of the most famous Italian cities, Milan is the financial heart of the country, with over 1.3 million inhabitants. Its metropolitan region is the second largest and most populous in the country !!

We can say that Milan is undoubtedly the city where the largest opportunities and job vacancies in Italy are concentrated .
Also known as the fashion capital of the world, it has excellent public services, making Milan a top city, especially in terms of quality of life. But all these benefits also come at a high cost. The Italian city is among the regions with the highest cost of living, reaching € 700 a one-bedroom apartment.

Rome

Yes this is the biggest Italian city and could not stay for out of our list! And like any metropolis in the world, many companies have their headquarters in the city. In addition, it has a strong appeal for tourism.

A curiosity of Italy is …

Your warm people! Italians like warmth, welcoming guests at home. With a strong throne gas tradition , Italians love to cook and chat. Moreover, they know how to enjoy simplicity, but without forgetting the luxury of contemplating beautiful (and very expensive) wines that harmonize very well with unique cuisine!

So, are you ready to work in Italy? Do you know which city to choose? Be it Rome, Venice or Milan , I hope my tips have been helpful for this journey and job search!

If you can give us your opinion about the article in the comments! 

Arrivederci !

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