Need annual rental contract to obtain Elective Residency Visa

ItaloFox Member

Member since 24 February 2020

ItaloFoxMember24 February 2020 12:31:00

I have an unusual situation that I am trying to solve. We have an appointment at the end of March at the Miami Italian Consulate to obtain our Elective Residency Visa. Besides a host of required documents we also need a minimum 1-year rental contract which is in our names and filed with the local authorities. The problem is I was to travel to Italy in January to rent an apartment, however, a family emergency prevented that trip and I am unable due to work to travel now. Has anyone rented an apartment in Italy from the US? The Catch 22 is that one needs an address on the Visa application. At this point, I don't care where the apartment is located as we simply need the address and a rental agreement. I would even be willing to simply pay 3 months' rent to someone, never move in and cancel the agreement once we have the Visa then find an apartment as soon as we land. Just trying to think creatively...Any suggestions?

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Pete.au Active member

Member since 13 July 2018

Pete.auActive member01 June 2020 19:36:39

If someone you know has a residence you could provide a Certificate of Hospitality
(Dichiarazione di ospitalità) which should suffice as proof of accomodation.

theitalianspecialist Active member

Member since 06 February 2011

theitalianspecialistActive member02 June 2020 06:57:07

Hello
Try with Mr Dario Romoli at Vou para Italia, I think he is able to solve this kind of problem - you find him on facebook or on the Internet, can tell him youi have received the name from Alberto at Scuola Toscana Firenze.