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The National Identity Card Number and the Importance of the Document

The national identity card number is the main recognition tool in Italy from an administrative and bureaucratic point of view. It is an alphanumeric code found on both the paper identity card (ID) and the electronic one (EID). The ID card number is the result of a set of data inherent to the owner that allows state bodies and public institutions to fully recognize the individual. For this reason, the ID card is a very…

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All About the Residence Card for Italy

The residence card (Card for short) is a document that has undergone a great transformation in recent decades. For this reason, Welcome Association Italy, which has always been involved in assisting foreign nationals, has decided to take a closer look at this issue. Until Legislative Decree 30/2007 came into force, the Card allowed non-EU citizens to reside permanently in Italy for periods longer than five years. Because of this peculiarity, the document was called “unlimited…

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Gender Equality Wanted: Role Model From the Mauritanian Ambassador

Women have always been the symbol of motherhood, peace, tolerance, and compromise. Despite that, even in 2023, we witness the dynamics of the so-called “glass ceiling”, an invisible barrier that many women find as an obstacle in their careers. Today in Italy, we have a woman Prime Minister (the first since 1948) as well as a woman secretary of the first opposition party (first time). Do these two leading figures on the Italian political landscape…

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Entry visa for non-EU citizens

The entry visa for non-EU citizens is a tool required by Italian authorities in order to assess the legal and regular entry of non-EU citizens. Specifically, this is an authorization issued by the diplomatic representations of the “host” country allowing the non-EU citizen to cross the border for short periods. The logic on which the tool is built and its function are simple and intuitive. Each country requires certain parameters to be met in order…

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The health card for foreigners in Italy

Applying for or renewing a health card for foreigners staying or residing in Italy allows them to use the services offered by National Health Service (NHS) facilities. The modalities change depending on the reason and duration of stay. Below we provide a brief guide on how to apply for a health card online for EU and non-EU citizens in Italy.

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Jobs in Italy: Seasonal Work and Permit Conversion

There are different kinds of jobs in Italy, for instance, seasonal work. It allows EU and non-EU citizens to transit through Italy, thanks to the signing of special employment contracts regulated by Italian collective agreements. A foreign citizen can obtain a seasonal subordinate job in Italy when he receives a subordinate job offer. Only after the offer will the worker be able to convert his residence permit into one for subordinate work. The Italian authorities…

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Discover the Benefits of Our Partner CFK

How can we improve or simplify the situation of our members? That’s our goal, assists always our members by providing the best services. But an ambitious mission cannot be fulfilled alone. For this reason, Welcome Association Italy continuously works on improving and enhancing its wide network of partners specialized in defined fields. For instance, we have developed important partnerships with private universities to provide language courses and other partnerships with estate agencies with the aim…

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