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You are embarking on a new journey in a new city. There's a multitude of tasks to tackle, and it's all too easy to lose sight of the necessary administrative procedures.
Below you can find the crucial information about your landing in Milano, providing you with comprehensive resources to stay organized and informed.
Remember that if, after reading our guides, you need personal orientation, you can always write an e-mail to welcomestudents@yesmilano.it or book a One Stop Shop appointment with the YesMilano Team.
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The Tax Code or Codice Fiscale is a unique identification code that you'll need for nearly all administrative tasks. It’s free to obtain and is valid for a lifetime.
It can be requested via e-mail or in person to the nearest Revenue Agency office.
Milano has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the metro (subway). Purchase tickets at metro stations, newsstands, or using the ATM Milano official app.
The Municipality of Milano is the M1 zone (called area urbana):
- Single ticket: € 2.20 (M1-M3) You can also tap your bank/credit card on the totem.
- Students under 27: € 22 per month or € 220 per year
- Regular fare: € 39 per month or € 350 per year
If you live or travel outside the Municipality of Milano, the pass must be purchased depending on the number of zones travelled (from Mi1 up to Mi9 zones).
If you are subject to a visa for study, you are required to apply for the residence permit when in Milano. Apply within 8 working days of arrival and submit it at a Post Office that features .
Your Academy/University will guide you and provide you with the forms and specific instructions.
When in Milano, securing your accommodation will be your full-time occupation for some weeks.
Whether your ideal accommodation will be a lofty studio or a shared room, we have set up a comprehensive guide filled with information, tips, and suggestions for renting in Milano. You'll also gain insights into the prevalent types of rental agreements and their operational mechanisms.
From General Practitioner visits to emergency care, the National healthcare system has you covered.
If you are an EU exchange student, you can use your EHIC (European health insurance card) while in Milano.
Full-course or non-EU students have the option to obtain insurance at a significantly affordable rate by enrolling into the Italian healthcare system.
Temporary registration is available for EU students staying temporarily in Milano more than 4 months and up to one year, e.g. exchange students.
Just fill out the forms and send can e.mail with the required attachments.
Residence registration is the best option for those planning an extended stay in Milano. EU students resident in Milano can opt to vote from here for EU elections. Non-EU students can apply for residence right after collecting their residence permit card. Italian citizens can immediately transfer their residence in town as well.
Our website has a comprehensive section dedicated to the discovery of Milano. Start from our itinerary Milano in one day and do not forget to explore our neighbourhoods
If you're interested in delving deeper into administrative subjects and more, we've organized several webinars to assist you.
The City of Milano welcomes and supports you at the One-Stop-Shop for Students
You can book a one-to-one meeting with a member of the YesMilano team to get advice and support. Read more about what we can do for you.
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