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Moving To Italy
If you are moving to Italy from - International Sea & Air Shipping can make your relocation to Italy smooth and seamless.
When Moving to Italy
An International Moving Specialist will help you by outlining your moving options based on your moving criteria such as:
- Will you be renting or purchasing real estate?
- How easily accessible is your residence? On what floor is your new residence located?
- Amount of household goods and personal effects to move to Italy? Does this include a vehicle?
The Cost of Moving to Italy
The cost to move to Italy from the United States varies considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.
Make an appointment for consultation on your move to Italy - including a site inspection of your home and belongings to get the most accurate cubic feet estimate & moving services to help expedite your relocation to Italy.
About Italy
Italy, the cradle of one of the most advanced ancient civilization, the home to awe-inspiring heroes and mesmerizing artistic works, till date remains one of the most visited European countries. On one hand it has century old elegance, cultural richness to offer, while on the other hand Italy is famous for its several picturesque destinations ranging from quaint seas-side resorts peaceful mountain villages.
Italy is the 5th most populous country in Europe, and the 23rd in the world. Italy is surrounded by Austria, France, San Marino, Slovenia, and Switzerland. Italy has a mix of settlers from Romania, Albania, China, Ukraine and Africa.
Italy is also famous all over the world for its distinctive cuisine. Today’s Italy is an advanced country that has even made name in the world of soccer and other games as well.
Italy is the 7th largest nominal GDP, 10th highest purchasing power parity and the 6th highest government budget in the world. Italy’s exporters and importers are US, Spain, UK, Switzerland, Germany, France, China, Netherlands, Russia, and Belgium.
Custom Regulations for Italy:
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (copy)
- Residence Visa
- Work Permit
- Inventory in Italian, signed by Customer and Visaed by Italian Consulate
- Fiscal Number (Codice Fiscale, equivalent to an American social security number)
- Consular Declaration released by the nearest Italian Consulate, certifying the length of stay abroad, the repatriation date, the Italian nationality of the Customer, and the names of the family members (for Italian citizens only)
- Residency Certificate stating number of members in the family, nationality, city and country from which he's transferring his residence, and date of residence in Italy (for foreigners only)
- "Permesso a Soggiorno" (permit to stay) by Police Office Foreign Department
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- If all documents are in order and available prior to arrival of the shipment, Customer MAY NOT have to be present at time of Customs clearance
- Used household goods are usually duty-free if owned for one year, (18 months if Italian citizen), are not for resale and are imported within six months of Customer's arrival
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- All consumable goods (including alcohol)
- New furniture, new household good items, wedding trousseaux, souvenirs and precious metal objects are subject to duty
- All electronic equipment (radio, TV, VCR, etc.) require an Import Permit from the Italian Ministry of Posts and Communications
- Without an Import Permit, above items cannot clear Customs
- Antiques, pictures, works of art, carpets etc. require Fine Arts inspection and special Import Permit from the Fine Arts authorities at extra cost, payable by Customer
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Firearms, ammunition and combat knives (including ornamental weapons) can be imported with a special permit obtained from the Police Office. They must be clearly declared on the inventory with make, type and serial number, and must not be included in the same container as the household goods
- Pornographic material
- Tobacco products and cigarettes
- Narcotics and drugs
- Animal skins
- Plants and vegetable products require a Phytosanitary Certificate
- Liquors
- Perfumes
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Non-Italians may import one auto duty-free, provided that proof of ownership and use for at least one year is obtained by means of Certificate of Origin
- Italian citizens must prove residence abroad for more than 18 months in order to import a vehicle. Vehicles imported duty-free must not be sold for a minimum of one year
- Importing new vehicles is discouraged
- Restrictions apply to autos over 2,000cc
- Documents required:
- Ownership Title
- Registration Card and manufacturer's data
- Valid Insurance onto National Territory
- Certificate or Card Above MUST be original documents - notarized copies are NOT accepted
PETS
- Dogs, cats and birds may be imported -Dogs must bear a leash and muzzle
- A Certificate of Origin and Health is required
- Certificate must be in Italian and language of origin and must state characteristics of the animal
CUSTOMER MUST CONTACT THE ITALIAN EMBASSY OR CONSULATE FOR ALL FURTHER DETAILS, AS ITALIAN IMPORT REGULATIONS ARE COMPLICATED AND VARY ACCORDING TO CUSTOMER'S IMMIGRATION STATUS.
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International Sea & Air Shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Call our International Moving Specialists @ 1-866-788-1090
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Motto : We are held together by pact and by religion
Capital : Rome
National Anthem : "Il Canto degli Italiani" ("The Song of the Italians")
Geography
Location : Southern Europe, a peninsula extending into the central Mediterranean Sea, northeast of Tunisia
Area : Total : 301,340 sq kmLand : 294,140 sq km
Water : 7,200 sq km
Climate : Predominantly Mediterranean; Alpine in far north; hot, dry in south
People
Nationality : Italian(s)
Population : 61,016,804 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : ROME (capital) 3.357 million; Milan 2.962 million; Naples 2.27 million; Turin 1.662 million; Palermo 872,000 (2009)
Languages : Italian (official), German (parts of Trentino-Alto Adige region are predominantly German speaking), French (small French-speaking minority in Valle d'Aosta region), Slovene (Slovene-speaking minority in the Trieste-Gorizia area)
Economy
GDP : $1.782 trillion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Euros (EUR) per US dollar - 0.7715 (2010), 0.7179 (2009), 0.6827 (2008), 0.7345 (2007), 0.7964 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 132 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 487,700 km
Waterways : 2,400 km
Ports & Terminals : Augusta, Cagliari, Genoa, Livorno, Santa Panagia (Melilli), Taranto, Trieste, Venice
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