×
Interested in our Partner Program for businesses or our Local Guide Program for experienced expats and digital nomads? Click here to learn more.
Italy | What do I need to know before retiring in Italy? | Expat Exchange
Expat Exchange
Free MembershipSign In
Florence, Italy

What do I need to know before retiring in Italy?

Answer this Question

Italian For A While
Italian For A While
Italian For A While
Italian For A While

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Italy, they said...

"Unless you have connections or otherwise know people here, Arona is a tough place to move to. Prepare to be lonely for a while, and you probably need a car," wrote a member who made the move to Arona, Italy.

AGS Worldwide MoversAGS Worldwide Movers
Get Quote

Relocating abroad soon? Make your move with AGS! AGS Worldwide Movers is a leader in the international moving industry. Our experience and expertise allows us to guarantee our clients the best quality moving services.

AGS Worldwide MoversAGS Worldwide Movers

Relocating abroad soon? Make your move with AGS! AGS Worldwide Movers is a leader in the international moving industry. Our experience and expertise allows us to guarantee our clients the best quality moving services.
Get Quote

"Before retiring in Italy, it's important to understand the residency and visa requirements. Also, research the cost of living, which can vary significantly between regions, with northern cities generally being more expensive than southern or rural areas, and consider healthcare services, as access and quality may differ across regions. Finally, it's beneficial to visit potential retirement locations to assess amenities, climate, and community fit," wrote Brian Viola from Italian For A While.

I am a language immersion traveler—after a Gap Year in Australia, I began working to encourage this experience in my own country: Italy!

Click connect to have our partner, Brian, contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

I am a language immersion traveler—after a Gap Year in Australia, I began working to encourage this experience in my own country: Italy!

Click connect to have our partner, Brian, contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

Please login to continue reading this article.

Not a member? Join Today (it's free).

Other Questions:

What do I need to know before retiring in Italy?

If you live in Italy, newcomers to Italy would love to hear your answer to this question.

If your answer relates to a specific city or town in Italy, please include the name of the city/town below:


About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

Florence, Italy
William Russell
William Russell

Get a quote for international health insurance from our partner, William Russell.
Get Quote

William RussellWilliam Russell

Get a quote for international health insurance from our partner, William Russell.
Get Quote

Italian For A While
Italian For A While

Copyright 1997-2025 Burlingame Interactive, Inc.

Privacy Policy Legal Partners & Local Guides