How hard is it to get a work visa in Italy if you are an American

How hard is it to get a work visa in Italy if you are an American?
And if you want to work at an Embassy or any other place that would make good use of an American?
Other - Europe - 6 Answers
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hmmmm .... when you say work overseas .....and use of an American .... you make it seem cheap, tawdry and carnival like ....... can I bring my Elephant?
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it depends mostly from country to country due to the large instream of illegal aliens over the last decades many countries have become very strict on their restrictions to work there. But then again there are many countries that have a serious deficit in able workers. so for certain jobs you can get a work permit easy. let me know what you do and I can check if there's something you can apply for(I work for monster you know). the procedure most European countries apply, is pretty similar to the American system. An employer must be able to prove that for some reason it is necessary to hire you, and not an Eu citizen for a certain job. I must add that the Italian are usually a lot less strict than the northern countries, but I think the same general rule applies. as for working for a us embassy be prepared to have a security check as long as the chinese wall done, a friend of mine applied there once and short of a rectal exam they checked him top to bottom.
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It's moderately hard but here is a site to get you started. I say reach for the stars if you only grab the moon, pull yourself up and reach from there. http://www.anyworkanywhere.com/jobslist.php?submit_button=Search&c_key=IT&j_key=1
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The normal work visas are a long process. You can check visa requirements at the Italian Ministry website: http://www.esteri.it/visti/home_eng.asp. In general in Europe, and in particular here in Italy, you have to have a job lined up in order to get a work visa before you move here from the US, Canada, Australia, or other non-EU country. You can only stay for 90 days without some type of visa (work, student, ...). You cannot apply for the visa while you're here and you'll need the proper paperwork from the company. However, you could come over as a tourist for up to 90 days without a visa and look for work. Then you'd have to go back to the US or where ever and wait for the paperwork for a visa to be processed. If you're coming from the US, you'll also have to have skills that can't easily be duplicated here. That will mean a degree in a marketable field. There are lots of different kinds of permessos though - for work as a dependent of a company, self employment, seasonal work, or working vacation. http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp. People from the EU have the right to move and work freely within the EU, so they will have priority for jobs. A good strating point for planning this type of move is to do some research on the expat websites for the countries you're interested in. Since you're already an expat in Australia, you may be familiar with this type of site. These are sites for expats in Italy with general info on living and working here: http://www.us-expatriate-handbook.com/ http://www.expatsinitaly.com/ http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listing... http://www.jobonline.it/ http://italy.jobs.com/ There are similar sites for other countries - just search for the name of the country and "expat". a few examples: http://www.expats.cz/ http://www.expatica.com/nl/main.html http://www.expats.org.uk/countryinfo/fra... http://www.expatexchange.com/net.cfm?net... http://www.spainexpat.com/ http://www.expatica.com/ http://www.escapeartist.com/ The trick is finding a job that pays enough that you can support yourself. I was fortunate enough to move here through my existing job. There are not a huge number of available jobs right now, and people from the EU will have preference. I already had a job here and the paperwork took 8 months. As an American expat, you'll have to file tax returns both here and in the US. You should also be aware that it's more expensive to live here than in the US. For example, gas is roughly equivalent to $10 per gallon now.
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Fro you'll come with me...and they'll close an eye... ; p
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It shouldn't be that hard but I want to go!

am i allowed to work in italy even if i dont have a working visa

am i allowed to work in italy even if i dont have a working visa?
im planning to go to italy and work there but i am planning to go as a tourist.
Immigration - 3 Answers
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Do you speak Italian? It is going to be pretty hard for you to get a job there if you do not...If you are not from the European Community you have to have a "permesso di soggiorno" , which is like a residence permit, and you cannot do anything without that...
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Hi, You can find all types of info related to visa and immigration on http://www.guideforbetterlife.com . Good luck!
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It depends if you want to do things legally or illegally. By law, you can't work in Italy with a tourist visa....you need a work visa or a permesso di soggiorno. A lot of people work illegally in Italy, but if you get caught it's going to be a lot of hardships. I live in Italy.

Will my Blackberry Curve 8310 and my husband's I-phone work in Italy

Will my Blackberry Curve 8310 and my husband's I-phone work in Italy?
Specifically, will the GPS and internet work? We are both at&t, GSM and EDGE networks (husband also has 3g).
PDAs & Handhelds - 2 Answers
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of course
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only if they speak Italian

What do I need for my Sony Laptop (from USA) to work in Italy

What do I need for my Sony Laptop (from USA) to work in Italy?
The voltage in the US is 110V and in Europe its 240V (i think). So, I would like to know what I need for it to work in Italy, some kind of adaptor or converter?
Other - Computers - 5 Answers
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The computers, as well as Laptop support volatage from 110 - 250 V so only thing that you will need is the switch so that you will be able to plug you laptop into the electricity network so you will be able to charge it. BTW in europe the standard for most countries is 220, so you do not have to worry about anything getting messed up.
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hi,, good day well from what you are telling about the difference of voltage ,, well yes you have to buy a voltage converter,, they offer those at any electronic store like Fry's electronics or walmart or look in the yahoo search.. oh 1 more thing if you get to work in Italy email me yea so i can know if you got it work..good luck check the 1s link they offer more electronics then any other store
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If the range of voltage acceptable to your laptop is shown as 110 - 230V, all you'll need is a plug converter, that'll allow you to plug the American style plug in the European one. They use 2 round pins, not flat ones like we do.
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You will need a US to European adapter ....as the plugs are different . Its sometimes also called Universal Adapter/Convertor .... There is no Electronics in it ...its just a connector which has a US socket on one side (where ur US pins go in) and has various diff plugs on the other side ...so that u can choose what to use. U just need the right adapter as the power plugs are different in Italy. Its simple and effeicent and a MUST HAVE if ur a Business Traveller. The most certain place to get it is on the Flight or in travel stores on the Airports in US or Italy. The charger for ur laptop will handle the voltage automatically. U can also find these adapters online or in large Electronic stores ....its better coz the ones on the flight are costly.
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Check your laptop rating plate - for input voltage rating if its 110V / 60Hz then you will need another adapter to connect that will step down (convert) 240V input in Europe to 110 volts where you can connect the power plug of laptop. EURO Power outlet (240V) = > Adapter => (110V) => Laptop Just ensure that there is no switch to change the voltage setting on laptop. Please refer the laptop manual for clear instructions. In case you do not have one, visit the manufacturer website and download one related to your laptop model and go through it rather than blowing up the laptop due to negligence. If you are not sure consult a technician.