Orientation
Prior to arrival, there will be orientation sessions and online advising meetings. Upon arrival, the first weeks of the program is dedicated to several required orientation meetings during which practical help will be given to assist you in adjusting to your new environment. You will also have a series of meetings with the director, devoted primarily to academic matters.
Permit of Stay (Permesso Di Soggiorno): Non-EU Citizens
A permesso di soggiorno, or residency permit, is required of all non-EU citizens studying in Italy for more than 150 days. More information will be provided at the pre-departure and on-site orientations. During the first week of the program, the School in Italy staff will help the students through the process of obtaining the permesso. In the Student Visas section of this handbook, you will find additional information and the list of documents required to complete the application.
Registration at the Municipality (Iscrizione all’Anagrafe): EU Citizens Only
You will begin the process for requesting a residenza 90 days after your arrival in Italy. Since the procedure is different for each municipality, the School in Italy staff will help you to obtain the residenza. In the Student Visas section of this handbook, you will find the list of documents required to complete the application.
Codice Fiscale (Fiscal/Tax Code)
You are required to have a codice fiscale. Students are asked to apply for their codice fiscale prior to arriving in Italy. For those who are unable to obtain a codice fiscale prior to arrival, during the first week of the program, the School in Italy will inform students regarding how to obtain the codice fiscale in Italy. Students may also choose to obtain the document on their own once they have arrived in Italy at the Ufficio locale dell’Agenzia delle Entrate. A passport is required to apply for the codice fiscale.
[VERY IMPORTANT]
Students who remain in Italy without a Permit of Stay or a Registration at the Municipality are in violation of Italian law. They cannot be registered with the program, and the School in Italy is not responsible in this situation.
