As with every major European capital, Rome attracts thousands of expats each year. So much so, that Rome is the top city in Italy when it comes to immigrants. There are more than 550,000+ expatriates living in the city as of the beginning of 2021.

What all of Rome's non-native citizens have in common is that they have all gone through the process of registering their residency in the city. Complicated and lengthy, the process can be baffling to some. This is why we’ll give you all the information you need in this article.

Keep reading to learn the answers to the following questions:

• Who needs to register as a resident in Rome?
• What is the residency registration process?
• Where to register residency in Rome?
• What are the expenses associated with registering a residency in Rome?

Do I need to register as a resident in Rome?

You must register your residency in Rome if you intend on spending more than 90 days in the city. This is a hard requirement regardless of your country of origin. You'll be in the records of the local registry (Anagrafe) once you complete the process.

What is the process for registering residency in Rome?

The formal process for registering your residency in Rome differs depending on your country of origin.

Let’s dive into what the process entails for Non-EU and EU citizens.

What is the residency registration process for Non-EU citizens?

As a Non-EU citizen, you must have a valid visa to enter Italy before starting the residency registration process. With this out of the way, you’re only three steps away from registering your residency in Rome!

1. Acquiring a residence permit (Permesso di Soggiorno)

The process of getting your residence permit in Italy must start within eight days of your arrival in Italy.

You need to take the following steps to complete the application:

1. Collecting, filling out and submitting the “Permesso di Siggoirno Kit”

The “Premesso di Siggoirno Kit” consists of two forms that serve you to provide all the necessary information to the local authorities.

You must go to a post office to collect "The Kit". Make sure to select option "F" at the ticket machine to make sure you're wating at the right line. Once you collect the kit, you must fill it out with information about your visa, passport and address in Rome.

2. Buying a “Marca da Bollo” stamp putting it on your completed kit.

The Marca da Bollo is available at every tobacco shop in Rome. You must stick it in the outlined area on the first page of your residence permit application.

3. Bring the filled-in kit back to the post office along with some additional documents.

Once you're ready, you must bring the kit to the post office in an unsealed envelope. Besides that, you must also bring the following documents:

• A copy of your visa and passport
• A copy of the proof of financial stability you used for your visa application
• A copy of the proof your health insurance

The post office clerk will confirm the validity of your application and seal the envelope. You'll receive a receipt for your payment and documents along with an appointment at the police station.

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The post office is busy! Make sure to go as early as possible and bring cash or a debit card with you.

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4. Bring all documents you receive at the post office to the police station and get your fingerprints taken.

Apart from all the necessary documentation, make sure to bring the following with you:

• A valid passport
• The originals of your visa, proof of financial stability and medical insurance
• Four passport-sized photos

The police clerk will process your application and give you a temprary proof of residence in the form of a receipt. Make sure to safely store the receipt since it'll act as your documentation until you receive the formal certificate. The wait time is between one and three months.

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The wait time at the police station can be long, so be ready to wait for a couple of hours.

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Once you get your Permesso di Soggiorno, you’re all set to start applying for your Italian tax ID.

2. Acquiring a tax ID (Codice Fiscale)

The process of getting your Codice Fiscale start with a visit to either "The Single Desk for Immigration" (Sportelli Unici per l’immigrazione) or the local police headquarters.

You’re expected to bring at least one of the following documents with you:

• a valid passport with visa or any other identity document accepted by the Italian government
• a certificate of identity issued by the Italian diplomatic or consular authorities from your original country of nationality (with photo)
• a valid residence permit (permesso di soggiorno)

You’ll receive a paper with your tax ID on the spot. The physical Codice Fiscale card will be sent to your listed address within a month.

3. Acquiring a residence certificate (Certificato di Residenza)

The final stop of your registration journey is at your local registry office (Aanagrafe). This is where you formally register as a resident.

Getting an appointment at the local registry in Rome sometimes needs to be done 6 months in advance. If you want to avoid having to wait for so long, you can book an appointment through the TuPassi platform.

With the appointment booked, you must prepare the following documents for your application:

• A filled-in declaration of residence
• A copy of your accommodation contract
• A copy of a work contract or a valid health insurance

You can expect your residence certificate to be created and sent to your address in Rome within 45 days of the application.

The required documents change often so it is best to reach out to the local Anagrafe and get information about the required documents.

EU citizens

Since Italy is part of the EU, citizens coming from EU member states benefit from an eased residency registration process.

If you're an EU citizen, then you only need to follow the processes for getting your Tax ID and Residence Certificate, as described above.

How much does registering a residency in Rome cost?

The total cost of registering your residency in Rome ranges from €143.96 to €203.96.

Find out what makes up that amount in the table below:

Service	Amount (€)
Permesso di Siggoirno Kit (for stays of 3 to 12 months)	€40
Permesso di Siggoirno Kit (for stays from 12 to 24 months)	€50
Permesso di Siggoirno Kit (for stays longer than 24 months )	€100
Residence certificate (Certificato di Residenza)	€ 27.50
Codice Fiscale	Free of charge

Now that you're aware of the main steps of registering in Rome, you’re all set to enjoy the La Dolce Vita that the city has to offer.

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