Avv. Francesca Tardella - Expat Lawyer in Italy

13/04/2026

A quick update for anyone following recent changes to Italian citizenship law over the past year: the impact of the recent Tajani Decree, a key Constitutional Court ruling, and what tomorrow’s Supreme Court decision could mean for pending jus sanguinis applications.

If you’ve been considering applying for Italian citizenship by descent (jus sanguinis), 2026 is shaping up to be a decisive year. Over the past 12 months, a series of legal developments have reshaped who qualifies — and under what conditions. The next big moment arrives on April 14, 2026, when I...

10/01/2026

Are you a high earning individual in the US or Canada with the possibility of working remotely? If your tax bill exceeds 315k annually you may want to consider establishing residency in Italy. Read our article to find out more details on such tax benefits and how to pursue them.

07/11/2024

Are you in or nearing retirement and thinking about moving away from the U.S. or UK to resettle in Italy? Read our overview on the Elective Residency offered in Italy and to see how to apply:

Elective Residency Visa in ItalyIf you wish to move to Italy full-time without the need to work, elective residency could  be the perfect option for you. This type of visa is ideal for U.S.-UK or Canadian retirees looking for a lower cost of living, individuals with substantial savings, or those wi...

14/05/2024

Are you working remotely in the United States with the possibility of working abroad? Italy has just released a Digital Nomad Visa allowing for non-EU nationals to work for up to a year. Read more about the Digital Nomad Visa and how we can assist your application. https://www.expatlawyerinitaly.com/digital-nomad-visa-in-italy

07/05/2024

Webinar on the Italian Digital Nomad visa coming soon!

Explaining the details of the new digital nomad visa available for non EU nationals

16/12/2023

It's interesting to see how U.S. perspectives have changed over the years...

A month’s paid vacation. Wine at lunchtime on a Tuesday. No tipping needed. For social media users, the US influencer abroad is an escapist glimpse at an alternative, enviable lifestyle.

05/08/2023

Italy offers great benefits for those able to work within the country. Are you, for example, a citizen within the EU able to work remotely, or have rights to work in Italy otherwise? Read more on how a move to Italy can make for serious savings in income taxes and living costs.

Italy offers great benefits for those able to work within the country. Are you, for example, a citizen within the EU able to work remotely, or have rights to work in Italy otherwise? Read more on how a move to Italy can make for serious savings in income taxes and living costs.

26/07/2023

Two historic cities in Italy are currently offering rent subsidies to move to them for live and work. Let’s take a look at the details of each program, in the cities of Mantua and Rieti.

15/07/2023

What are the potential financial benefits for expat professionals looking to work remotely in Italy? Read are article to discuss the win-win scenario for both the Italian state and a "digital nomad".

What are the benefits of a digital nomad visa program in Italy, for both the local community and the nomad worker themselves? Read our article to find out more information.

25/06/2023

Italian Parliament has considered recently the possibility of introducing a "digital nomad" work visa for non-EU citizens. This is great news for U.S. and U.K. professionals dreaming of living and working in Italy full-time. What may be the legal requirements for such a scenario?

An overview of pending legislation regarding the issue of “digital nomad “ visas in Italy for non-EU workers.