What's the difference between Italian residency and citizenship?
As a foreigner in Italy you enter a complicated world of bureaucracy, but one question we’re asked a lot is the difference in status between residency and citizenship. Here's an overview.
Italian word of the day: 'Scherzare'
No kidding, this word comes up all the time.
Italian word of the day: 'Mannaggia'
Do you know the origins of this common exclamation?
EXPLAINED: Where in Europe can non-EU residents vote in local elections?
Non-EU nationals living in Europe don't have many voting rights but some countries do allow them to cast a ballot in local elections. Here's what you need to know.
Italian word of the day: ‘Ciofeca’
We hope you'll be able to stomach today's word.
Italian word of the day: 'Imbottito'
This cosy word describes how you'll see Italians dressed from now until spring – regardless of the actual temperature.
Italian word of the day: 'Paperone'
How did an American cartoon character end up giving Italians a whole new word?
EXPLAINED: What are Italy's rules on switching to winter tires?
Italian road rules require motorists in parts of the country to fit their vehicles with winter tires by November 15th. Here are the requirements (and penalties) for the cold season.