Milan Family Life & Living in Milan

Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to and living in Italy: residency, finding a home, a school and a job, Italian social security and more.

Information from the EU on taxes, the cost of living, the health and education systems, the cultural and private lives and... shopping in Italy. Information relevant to any foreigner moving to or thinking of living in Milan or the provinces of Lombardy.

The place for you to exchange views, share useful information on parenting, schooling and kid's fun for families in Milan and the provinces of Lombardy.

Information on the Italian marriage process for foreigners - American, Australian, UK and other European Union citizens - wanting to have their wedding in Lombardy. What to expect, where to go and the documents required for the legal process.

The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Milan. Who to contact and what to expect from the Italy system: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and registering the birth.

Information for EU citizens and non-EU (US, Australian) on the residency permit: Who needs what, where to go, how to make the application and the documentation required.

Where to buy English-language fun, online. An essential guide to e-shopping for your kids.