Registering as a resident is one of the very first things you'll have to do after moving to Italy as a foreign national. Here’s what to expect when dealing with the country's registry office, or 'anagrafe'.

If you're planning to stay in Italy long term, you'll need to register with the ufficio anagrafe (registry office) of the Italian comune (municipality) you’re living in in a process known as iscrizione anagrafica.

Registering with your local anagrafe is a legal requirement, and it’s an essential first step to accessing many public and private services in Italy.

It's also important to provide the authorities with an up-to-date address for tax purposes, particularly if you're a self-employed worker with a Partita Iva (VAT number).

The iscrizione anagrafica is required to get your Italian ID card (carta d’identità) and residency certificate (certificato di residenza).

Registration is also important if you later intend to apply for Italian citizenship by marriage or re