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Expats' Guide to Bologna
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Bologna.

Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Bologna on our Bologna forum - meet people, get advice and help others.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Bologna.
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Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Bologna.
Questions & Answers:
- What should I pack when moving to Bologna?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Bologna?
- Will I be able to find a job in Bologna?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do expats in Bologna appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Bologna?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Bologna accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Bologna like?
- How are healthcare services in Bologna?
- What are medical services in Bologna like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Bologna?
- What are emergency services like in Bologna?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Bologna?
- How are local medical facilities in Bologna?
- As a foreigner living in Bologna, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?