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Expat Guide to Living in Perugia

Whether you're already living in Perugia or preparing to move to Perugia, our Expat Guide to Living in Italy offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Perugia. For answers to specific questions, visit our Italy Forum to talk with expats in Perugia.

Culture Shock in Perugia, Italy

An expat talks about living in Perugia, Italy where locals aren't glued to their cell phones and family values are important. He also talks about the challenges of learning the language, obtaining a drivers license and more.

More Culture Shock Reports for Perugia

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Perugia handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Perugia:

Culture Shock in Perugia, Italy

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Living Overseas Report

What are people's priorities in Perugia - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Help other expats and people moving to Perugia by filling out our Living Overseas Report.

Submit a Living Overseas Report

Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Perugia? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Perugia? Help others moving to Perugia by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

Submit a Moving Overseas Report

International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Perugia with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Perugia, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

Submit an International School Review

Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Perugia. If you are already living in Perugia, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

Submit a Dream vs. Reality Report

Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Perugia by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Perugia? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Perugia by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working in Perugia Reports

What's it like to find a job in Perugia? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Perugia? Below are some of the reports from expats in Perugia:

Working in Perugia, Italy

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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Italy Forum
Join our Italy forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Italy.

Living in Italy Guide

Expats in Italy discuss the pros and cons of living in Italy. From bureaucracy to expensive cities, Italy can be a challenge. Most expats find that the amazing food, charming countryside, beautiful beaches and public healthcare make up for the cons. (more)

Moving to Italy Guide

Expats moving to Italy envision a romantic lifestyle in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. However, it is important to make sure that you do comprehensive research and fully understand what it will mean to move to the city, town or village you choose. (more)

Best Places to Live in Italy

Italy is beloved by expats, global nomads and retirees. We've compiled a list of the 12 best places to live in Italy based upon expats' recommendations. (more)

Healthcare in Italy

An overview of the healthcare system in Italy - public and private hospitals, Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN), getting your Tessera Sanitaria (healthcare card), vaccinations for Italy, prescription medication availability and more. (more)

Real Estate in Italy

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Italy.

Pros & Cons of Living in Italy

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Italy.

Italy Visa & Residency Guide

Expats share their experiences obtaining residency in Italy. They discuss the ins and outs of the applying for the permesso di soggiorno, recent travel issues, permanent residency in Italy and more. (more)

10 Tips for Living in Italy

Italy is a dream destination for many, but some expats have difficulty adjusting to the rustic Italian lifestyle. Expats share their top tips for living in Italy. (more)