Arriverderci!
Always wanted to move to Italy? We get there on a weekly basis! One of the most important things about an international move is good preparation. We are happy to help you get started and tell you everything you need to know about moving to Italy.
What can we do
- Packing and unpacking all items that fit into moving boxes.
- Neatly packing of all the large items.
- Disassembling and reassembling the loose furniture.
- Disconnecting and reconnecting the washer and dryer.
- Taking down and re-hanging lamps, paintings, mirrors, etc.
- Storing the belongings temporarily in our storage warehouse.
- Getting the proper documents in order for a safe passage.
Moving to Italy carefree
Our movers visit Italy regularly but also very gladly! For the removals we perform within Europe, we send our own drivers and movers. This is great for the movers, but also great for our customers! A familiar face in a foreign country still feels like coming home. As a moving company to Italy, we have a lot of experience in moving to Italy. Before we pick up your belongings and bring them to Italy, we are happy to come by for a no-obligation valuation visit.
What should I pay attention to when moving to Italy?
Before you can enjoy la dolce vita, it is important to make the right preparations. For example, the very first thing you need when moving to Italy is a codice fiscale. This is a tax number which you will need, for example, to open a bank account, go to the emergency room or if you want to buy a SIM card for your phone. Also, register with the municipality in Italy. The Italians differentiate between a residenza and a domicilio. Make sure you are well prepared!
Is Italy expensive?
Italy can vary in cost depending on location. In general, large cities such as Rome and Milan are more expensive than smaller towns and villages. In general, Italy is not expensive, by Dutch standards. Rent in the center costs about €580, rent outside the centum about €445. Gas, water and electricity costs an average of €160 per month. In addition, there are of course fixed costs such as internet and telephone subscriptions, these cost between €20 and €30. In the end, life in Italy is as expensive as you make it.
Why move to Italy?
Moving to Italy offers many advantages and an enticing lifestyle. Of course, the climate is an attractive factor compared to the Netherlands. With Italy’s warm summers and mild winters, you’ll enjoy plenty of pleasant temperatures year-round. The Mediterranean climate provides long sunny days and makes outdoor activities possible year-round, and Italian cuisine is known worldwide for its delicious dishes and culinary traditions. If you love flavorful pastas, fresh pizzas, delicious cheeses and wines, you will find yourself in a culinary paradise in Italy. You can enjoy local markets, gourmet festivals and restaurants that offer an unforgettable culinary experience. In addition to the delicious food, Italy offers an abundance of breathtaking nature. From the majestic Dolomites to enchanting lakes, rolling hills and beautiful coastlines, Italy has it all. You can enjoy hiking, water sports, biking and relaxing in the enchanting natural surroundings.
Emigrating to Italy: arrange a good removal company
Moving to Italy is more complicated than moving within the Netherlands. You don’t just rent a van and drive back and forth a few times to move your stuff. It is convenient and wise to hire a certified mover. Not only can Kattenberg Removals help you pack everything you have to take with you, but we also take care of the paperwork involved in bringing in your belongings. Check out what to look for when looking for a moving company for Italy on this page.
What does a move to or from Italy cost?
The price for moving to Italy depends on a few things. For example, the volume of moving goods partly determines the price. Additional work also affects the cost. Think for example of the dismantling and assembling of loose furniture, but also the removal and hanging of lamps. We will be happy to visit you to inquire about your wishes and prepare a quotation without obligation.
Learn the basics of Italian in advance
You could move to Italy without speaking a word of Italian, but it’s not really recommended. In the first phase of your new life in Italy, you often have a lot of things to take care of. You’ll get a lot less stressed if you understand at least something of what people are telling you and asking you. Don’t count on being able to use your English too much; many Italians are not proficient in English. So take a course in Italian at a language institute near you before you emigrate to Italy.
Register with the municipality in Italy
Have you found your Italian ‘casa dei sogni’? Then you must register with the municipality within three months of your arrival. In Italy there is a difference between residenza (your official place of residence) or domicilio (you are still registered with a Dutch municipality and the house in Italy is your second home). If you want to register as a resident, you need a valid passport and a copy of your (Dutch) health insurance certifying that your insurance is still valid for at least one year.
Gas, water, light
Connecting gas, water, and light must be requested from one of the utility companies. As in Holland, there are all kinds of different energy providers in Italy today. Find out which ones are in your area and choose the most suitable one.
Working in Italy as a Dutchman
As a Dutchman, you do not need a visa or work permit if you are going to work in another EU country, such as Italy. But to live and work in the country for more than 90 days, you do need to apply for a residence permit at the local town hall. You can obtain the residence permit with your passport and by filling out the application.
Arriving at our new address we first consumed sandwiches and then it was unpacking time. I did not know that we had so much Christmas stuff. We constantly heard the…
We really recommend everyone to have their move arranged by Court Supplier Kattenberg, they live up to their name! It was in one word great.
What they lugged, up and down stairs. Hats off to the team who also remained in great spirits. Compliments to the entire team that radiated collegiality, expertise and positivity.
After a stressful preparation for our move to Zoetermeer, the drizzly moving day turned into a nice relaxing day. Thanks to the nice employees, who knew how to get things…
Came on time, total overview first, then start immediately keep good consideration of sidewalk, street and driveway. Work independently and together when desired. Pleasant contact beforehand and the time frame…
We had a heavy piano moved. Both at pickup and delivery, the movers were very friendly. For an awkward gravel path, they quickly came up with a convenient solution, and…
After we packed everything, Kattenberg moved us to our new address in one day. The movers were cheerful and friendly to the end, despite some difficult objects to move. Everything…
Very pleasant information meeting with Gert and nice that everything was accurately measured in advance. We really got a “customized quote”.
But everything worked out fine and we were moved in smoothly. The neighbor across the street had taken a few photos as reminders.
A great performance by the men of Kattenberg. Bravo and for us to recommend to anyone.
The combination of good preparation by the office staff and the professionalism of the men on the road led to another perfect move for us. Thank you all again!!!
Kattenberg emptied our old house, stored the stuff for a few weeks and then brought it to our new house. Appointments were kept 100%, the gentlemen were careful with the…
The professionalism was high! Clear agreements that were neatly kept! Fine cooperation! Great company!
What made us extremely happy is that you involved the children in the moving so nicely! They all found it very exciting, but soon the ice was broken and they…
We would like to thank the team at Kattenberg Movers for the great service and professional move. It was a stress-free move. Even though the weather was drizzly and cold,…
You guys really did the move super well!!! Wow! Great service and super fast. We are very satisfied with Kattenberg. After three moves with you guys we would choose Kattenberg…
How nice to see my things back after more than one year. My compliments on how you packed everything.
Very friendly movers and I absolutely recommend Mondial Kattenberg!!! Chapeau men movers, you gave me tremendous peace of mind by doing my move.
It was a very structured move thanks to the great efforts of your movers! Thank you!
On July 23, 2012, the moving van was supposed to pull up at 7 a.m.. Exactly 07.00 the van was there. Perfect. Thank you guys! It felt like I had…
Last Thursday we moved with the help of 5 pleasant hard and neat working men. In ‘no time’ everything was in the moving van and we were at our new…
We can only say: “Class men of Kattenberg!”. Should we ever consider returning to the Netherlands, we already know who our mover will be.
Moving from Amersfoort to Nijkerk We had a good and fun moving team, thanks Chris, Daniel and Sebas!
Due to illness my move was delayed, but that was no problem at all for Kattenberg. I received from them all understanding and also a personal phone call of sympathy…
That the whole house was empty didn’t make much of an impression but Wesley grabbed Grandpa by the hand and took him to storeroom and asked for ice…. His ´problem´…
Attached is a picture of the end of a successful moving day. Compliments to a pleasant bunch of employees.
Here is a picture of the boxes I still have to unpack. It’s not as fast as the move with 3 cool guys who did it for me. They put…
They do everything you like and say, Nothing is too much for them and they move a mountain of work, like an ant, The boys work from early in the…
What service and friendliness with the guys from Kattenberg, everything neatly packed and carefully stacked, even the heavy pieces of which we said, “How do they do it?!” It’s a…
When it became clear that we would be moving again, we wanted one thing above all: even though it was a bit further away, we really wanted Kattenberg again! Your…
Although we are not planning to move again anytime soon, we know who we will call should it come to it. Everything went very smoothly and should we need a…
I have great admiration for Mike, Henry and Mark. I heard the alarm went off at five o’clock that morning and they drove down the street at four-thirty in the…
For example, for quite some time there have been piles of boxes in the hallway that have had the undivided attention of our dachshunds since a few days. With a…
Here is another photo we took last Monday at the new location in Amersfoort. The move went very well and the men were in great shape and good company. Our…
We have moved with you before and we really enjoyed it. When a new move presented itself to us, we did not hesitate for a moment and called you immediately.…
We watched with great admiration and amazement how well and ingeniously these men knew how to load our stuff into the beautiful truck on the millimeter, unbelievable what craftsmanship and…
We were thickly satisfied with how the move went, and of course we also participated in your satisfaction survey.
We are very satisfied with Kattenberg. They moved my mother from Rotterdam to Zeist. Very nice men, hard workers and good communication during the move. Only the quotation was a…
Another great experience richer with Kattenberg, but we do hope it stays with this experience! Thank you to your company, with great employees who are on the road for you.
For us a very relaxed move with an excellent bunch of movers. Cozy, open and friendly contact.Super knowledgeable with disassembling and reassembling the furniture.Keep up the good work!
Schools in Italy
Are your children moving with you between the ages of 6 and 16? Then they are subject to compulsory education and must attend school. Depending on their age, you can enroll them in an elementary school (scuola primaria, for children ages 6 to 11), lower secondary school (often called le medie, officially la scuola secondaria di primo grado, for ages 11 to 14) and upper secondary school (le superiori colloquially, la scuola secondaria di secondo grado, for youth ages 14 to 19).
Your driving license and your car after emigration
You are not required to register your Dutch driver’s license in Italy if you have a European model (issued after June 1996). If you do choose to have it registered, you can indicate this when registering in the municipality. You will then receive a sticker with your new address on your driver’s license. Note: your driver’s license will then be valid in Italy, but no longer valid in the Netherlands. If you have an Italian residenza you can also have your Dutch driving license changed to an Italian one.
Request a free quote
Are you moving to Italy soon and want to be well prepared? Then request a free quote by filling out the form below. We will contact you within one business day to schedule an appointment.
