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Simpson01

Simpson01

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American °µÍø½ûÇø in Italy

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41

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American

Speaks English, Italian

Registration: 12 September 2016

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Simpson01 replied to a thread
7 years ago
fazeln

renewing study permit (permesso di soggiorno) 15 days after expiration by fazeln

Dear All, I am a first year master student in Italy. today I found that study permit is expired within last 12 days . I am very worried about that. i was very busy with my studies and June and July were exam months. I would be so much grateful if ...

Simpson01

You need to go to your local Questura and ask what you need to do; they are the ones with the answers. Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
kika2309

Traveling while waiting for permesso di soggiorno in Schengen area by kika2309

Hi, this year i am getting my permesso di soggiorno for work. Now i'm in the process of waiting for it, so the documents that i have are: - expired permesso di soggiorno - ricevuta like proof that i'm waiting for the new permesso - ...

Simpson01

Ask the authorities in Denmark. It is always best to get the answers straight from those that know the law and regulations instead of depending on the opinions of people which might not be accurate. Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Dilleyj

Moving to Livorno by Dilleyj

Hello! My family is relocating to Livorno, Italy before the start of the new school year. My children have only attended school in the USA. My daughter will be in the 10th grade and we were told that there are no International Schools in the area. ...

Simpson01

It will depend on how fast she can learn Italian since instruction will be exclusively in the Italian language. Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Johevillar

Extending Student Visa! by Johevillar

Hello! My name is Johana and I am 21 years old. I'm in the process of getting my Italian Student Visa here, in Argentina... I have already used up my 90tourist days by January and am now getting a 5 month student visa to study there(Milano) ...

Simpson01

I'll have to disagree with a few things in rpeck's response. While the visa is the document that allows one to enter Italy legally for the purposes of remaining for longer than 90 days, the permesso di soggiorno is not only the document ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
james ludwick

°µÍø½ûÇø groups in italy by james ludwick

hello I'm just wondering if there are °µÍø½ûÇø groups in Italian cities(I'm looking primarily at Rome)that assist newcomers with the assimilation process,advice regarding employment and lodging,general everyday issues etc. Thanks.

Simpson01

At the top of your Facebook page is a search box. You can put in a number of different things in attempt to find specific groups. If you can't find a group specific to your area, many of the Facebook groups in Italy include members who live ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
james ludwick

°µÍø½ûÇø groups in italy by james ludwick

hello I'm just wondering if there are °µÍø½ûÇø groups in Italian cities(I'm looking primarily at Rome)that assist newcomers with the assimilation process,advice regarding employment and lodging,general everyday issues etc. Thanks.

Simpson01

Yes, it's called "°µÍø½ûÇøs Living in Sicily." Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
james ludwick

°µÍø½ûÇø groups in italy by james ludwick

hello I'm just wondering if there are °µÍø½ûÇø groups in Italian cities(I'm looking primarily at Rome)that assist newcomers with the assimilation process,advice regarding employment and lodging,general everyday issues etc. Thanks.

Simpson01

There is a Facebook group called "Brits and Other English Mother Tongue °µÍø½ûÇøs in Italy." Many of the participants live in and around Rome. It is a very friendly group and I am sure they can answer many of your questions regarding life in ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
kika2309

Traveling while waiting for permesso di soggiorno in Schengen area by kika2309

Hi, this year i am getting my permesso di soggiorno for work. Now i'm in the process of waiting for it, so the documents that i have are: - expired permesso di soggiorno - ricevuta like proof that i'm waiting for the new permesso - ...

Simpson01

If your PdiS is expired, the post office receipt for its renewal is of no use to you traveling within the Schengen. Therefore, it is the 90-day visa that becomes important. You can travel within the Schengen on that until the visa expires, the ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
editorneal

Shot Down in Flames by Italian Consulate in Philadelphia by editorneal

After nine years of planning, working with friends and realtors in Vicenza, purchased flight tickets, arrangement for transportation of household goods shipment and veterinary and travel arrangements for family cat, the dreams of my wife and I have ...

Simpson01

First, Americans do not need a tourist visa and will not be issued one as a tourist. Second, could you specify, for those that are required to have a tourist visa, how, and under what conditions, it can be extended? A visa doesn't not gain one ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Tekkytyke

Permanent residency in Italy and Healthcover by Tekkytyke

Can anyone clear the fog for me.? The recent Referendum in the UK got me looking at the status of EU °µÍø½ûÇøs and I am more confued than ever. We retired (early retirement) and moved to Italy permanently in March 2013 (tax resident effectively ...

Simpson01

As I am sure you know, rules change quickly. If they issued you an ID card valid until 2024, then it is valid until 2024. As for the Permesso di Soggiorno, did you actually submit the application form? That is required in order to receive one. ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
decipher_ed

Permesso di soggiorno Renewal-duplicate. by decipher_ed

Hi °µÍø½ûÇø, I came to florence, italy in january 2016 on the basis of a student visa. I applied for my permesso di soggiorno and received it. My permesso expires on january 11 2017, but my study course ends in may 2017. My wallet got stolen a week ...

Simpson01

Due to your circumstances, it is best that you ask the Questura for guidance regarding the renewal of your permesso. These types of trickier questions are difficult to answer and to ensure that you do as Italian law requires, it is best to go to ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Dealing with homesickness in Italy by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being an °µÍø½ûÇø in Italy can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...

Simpson01

I live in Italy and do miss some things about "home." But, when I'm in the U.S., there are things about Italy that I miss. It's a balancing act. I maintain regular contacts with family and friends from home; sometimes that ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Vikey345

I lost my permesso di soggorno by Vikey345

Hello to all of you I just want to know that I lost my permesso di soggorno I dnt know what to do I'm totally helpless can anyone tell that I can also apply my permit of stay in any questra of Italy please I need this info I hope you understand ...

Simpson01

Hockson, I recommend that you go to the Questura office where you reside. I've included below what the immigration website states, but I recommend that you first go to your Questura to verify the exact procedure. There are occasions in which ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Dmichelletrav

Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav

Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...

Simpson01

Horseman2012, I don't think it's "against Americans" per se. The laws apply to any foreigner from any country, especially from a country outside of the E.U. The unemployment rate is so high (40% for young Italian adults under age ... Read More

Simpson01 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Dmichelletrav

Starting a New Life in Italy Teaching English as a Foreign Language by Dmichelletrav

Hello, my name is Diane and I am fifty five years old, about to retire from a long career in college administration. I am enrolled in the International TEFL Academy located in Florence, starting October 17th and am so excited. I have been a college ...

Simpson01

Hi. How exciting. I have a few questions. First, are you coming to Italy on a student visa? Second, how long is your course? When you arrive in Italy, you will be required to apply for a permesso di soggiorno (permit to stay). It is taking ... Read More