Whether you're already living in Parma or preparing to move to Parma, our Expat Guide to Living in Italy offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Parma. For answers to specific questions, visit our Italy Forum to talk with expats in Parma.
One expat in Parma, Italy says that finding a good apartment takes connections. She also wishes she had left behind some of her extra furniture, because it doesn't fit in her apartment.
Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Parma handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Parma by filling out our Culture Shock Report.
Submit a Culture Shock ReportWhat are people's priorities in Parma - 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 Parma by filling out our Living Overseas Report.
Submit a Living Overseas ReportParents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Parma with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Parma, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.
Submit an International School ReviewMost expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Parma. If you are already living in Parma, 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 ReportRetiring 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 Parma by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.
Submit a Retire Abroad ReportHow did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Parma? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Parma by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.
Submit a Having a Baby Abroad ReportWhat's it like to find a job in Parma? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Parma? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.
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Expatriate Health Insurance
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Rome
If you're moving to Rome, our Guide to Living in Rome provides answers to the questions most often asked by newcomers. Is living in Rome expensive? Which are the best International Schools in Rome? What if my apartment is a little smaller than the size required for obtaining a Residency Card? Where do expats live in Rome? The list goes on.
Puglia, Italy
Why is Puglia described as the new Tuscany? People are drawn to Puglia's low cost of living, amazing climate, beautiful beaches hidden away in coves, and, most importantly, the wonderful Pugliese people. If Puglia is on your shortlist, this overview of life in Puglia, Italy is an essential read.
An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Minturno, Italy
An expat who retired in Minturno, Italy talks about health insurance, cost of living in Italy, residence permits and much more.
An Expat Talks about Moving to Minturno, Italy
An expat in Italy shares some thoughts about moving to Minturno, Italy, including how they gradually moved there and the costs associated with the transition. Also includes some ideas for what to bring to Italy with you, and what to leave at home.
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