health cards

Last activity 08 March 2011 by worldcitizeninrome

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tadtulejaMember06 February 2011 14:52:48

Considering moving to Italy. Is there are recent, reliable source for information about getting identity cards and qualifying for health insurance? Grazie.

YudViP07 February 2011 05:08:43

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Welcome on the forum tadtuleja

I hope that other members will bring their input to your queries soon.

Regards

elbrunoMember24 February 2011 21:10:40

I believe you have to gain employment in order to qualify for the public health system in Italy. As soon as you're employed, you are covered. I searched online once and saw some info, but I've forgotten where.

Apparently, it is also common for people to purchase supplemental private insurance.

worldcitizeninromeActive member08 March 2011 14:08:32

you can find information on permits here: portaleimmigrazione.it/

Having a job helps, otherwise its almost impossible. As for health cards I'm not sure myself yet. I came as a student and bought health insurance, although if you are seriously ill and go to the emergency they treat you for free. But if you want to see a doctor about something particular or just a check up, you pay.

Neeya
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