Italy’s Elective Residency Visa is surrounded by conflicting numbers and confident opinions, but only a few figures are actually published by consulates. This deep dive separates documented requirements from assumptions, explains where the €31,000 baseline comes from, why €38,000 for couples is a practical benchmark—not a universal rule—and why even long-time ERV “experts” are questioning the latest claims. If you want clarity rooted in official sources rather than anecdotes,

Picture this: your plane wheels screech against the tarmac at Malpensa. The flight attendants are still yelling at everyone to sit the...

How to apply for the Permesso di Soggiorno, Tessera Sanitaria, set up banking, and get your life started in Italy as an ERV visa holder.