Italy
Lifestyle destination mixing culture, cuisine and a strong healthcare network.
Important Notice: No Individual Advice
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute individual legal, tax, or financial advice. Please consult qualified professionals for personal decisions.
Key Metrics
Cost of Living
Cost Breakdown
Quality of Life
Taxes
Tax information for Italy
Tax resident after 183 days or with life center in Italy
2024
November 30th of following year
No - worldwide income
Income Tax
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| €0 | €15,000 | 23% |
| €15,000 | €28,000 | 25% |
| €28,000 | €50,000 | 35% |
| €50,000 | Unlimited | 43% |
Flat tax for new residents: €100,000annually on foreign income
Pension Tax
7% flat tax for pensioners in Southern Italy possible
Capital Gains Tax
Dividend Tax
Listed company dividends face a 26% withholding tax (12.5% for qualifying government bonds)
VAT
22%Important Notice
This is not tax advice. Consult a Commercialista.
This is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Tax laws change frequently and can be complex. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. Please consult a tax advisor licensed in Italy for your specific situation.
Healthcare
Healthcare in Italy
SSN universal
EHIC or private
Expat Access
After registration. Regional differences
Top-tier in Northern Italy
€80-200/month
Climate Change & Future Outlook
Climate risks in Italy
Italy shows high climate risks from Mediterranean warming. 2021: Sicily reached 48.8°C - EUROPEAN HEAT RECORD! Heat, drought, wildfires escalating. Extreme North-South divide: Southern Italy (Sicily, Calabria, Puglia) becoming uninhabitably hot, Alps melting. Good adaptive capacity (ND-GAIN #46), but risks massive.
Climate Scenarios
Switch between IPCC SSP pathways
SSP2-4.5
Current policy trajectory – ~2.7°C warming by 2100, moderate mitigation.
Values are approximations relative to our SSP2-4.5 baseline. They illustrate directional change, not exact national projections.
Overall Climate Risk
Projected risk index (0 = low risk, 100 = extreme risk)
Risk Categories
Personal climate risk assessment
Tune the analysis to your health profile and comfort level.
Age group
Sensitivity
Risk tolerance
Personalized risk index
Current level: Very High
Priority risks
Heat Stress
Base 84 → Personal 84
Economic Impact
Base 82 → Personal 82
What to prioritize
- •Prioritise shaded neighborhoods, AC-ready apartments, and early-morning routines.
- •Budget for higher insurance/utilities and diversify income streams against climate shocks.
- •Check long-term water security and avoid regions with frequent restrictions.
Adaptation Measures
- •National Adaptation Plan: €4B climate fund
- •MOSE Venice: €5.5B flood protection system (active 2020)
- •Po River management: Water storage & canals
- •Southern Italy reforestation: Eucalyptus replacement
- •Civil Protection app: Heat & fire warnings
- •Revive siesta: 2-5pm critical
- •Tiger mosquitoes: Avoid standing water
Climate Resilience
Good adaptive capacity! ND-GAIN #46 readiness, #157 vulnerability. EU funds, strong civil society. MOSE Venice = role model. Weaknesses: South-North divide, mafia hinders infrastructure, tourism dependency.
Tips
- đź’ˇReal estate: AVOID Southern Italy (Sicily, Calabria, Puglia)! Prefer Northern Italy/Alps.
- đź’ˇCoast: Buy >15m above sea. Venice Lagoon = risk. Adriatic coast endangered.
- 💡Avoid summer: July-August unbearable (>45°C!). Spring/autumn optimal.
- đź’ˇWater: Po Valley drought risk. Check water rights!
Pros
- •MOSE Venice: €5.5B flood protection (world's largest project!)
- •EU member: Access to climate funds
- •Northern Italy remains livable (Alps proximity)
- •Strong civil society for climate action
Cons
- •48.8°C Sicily = EUROPEAN HEAT RECORD! South becoming uninhabitable!
- •Po River drying out - water scarcity existential
- •Agriculture collapsing (-22%): Wine, olives, rice
- •Venice sinking despite MOSE long-term
Notes
Italy faces existential North-South climate crisis. Southern Italy (Sicily, Calabria, Puglia) reached 48.8°C in 2021 - EUROPEAN HEAT RECORD - and will become uninhabitable long-term. Po River drying out. For expats: Only Northern Italy (Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, South Tyrol) is safe long-term. Venice at risk despite MOSE. Property buyers: >15m above sea, never Southern Italy, check water rights. Summer becoming life-threatening.
Data sources
Scientific Disclaimer
Climate projections are based on models with inherent uncertainties. Actual outcomes may differ. We present mainstream scientific consensus (IPCC) but acknowledge uncertainty ranges. This is not financial advice. Consult climate scientists and experts for specific decisions.
Safety & Security
Safety & Crime in Italy
Safety Indicators
Comparison with DACH Region
For comparison: Germany (CPI: 78), Austria (CPI: 71), Switzerland (CPI: 82)
Notes
Standard precautions recommended in urban areas.
Visa & Immigration
Immigration Options for Italy
Visa Options
Elective Residence Visa
For financially independent
Path to Permanent Residency
Permanent residency after 5 years. Citizenship after 10 years.
Important Notice
Visa and immigration regulations change frequently. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. Please consult the official government website or an immigration attorney for current and accurate information.
Climate
Data Sources & Updates
Data Sources
- OECD Tax Database(OECD Terms of Use)
- NOAA Climate Data(Public Domain)
- WHO Global Health Observatory(CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)
- World Bank World Development Indicators(CC BY 4.0)
- Numbeo(User-Generated Data)
- Numbeo Quality of Life Index(CC BY 4.0)