So I have gone the process of obtaining a work visa, and applied to the Questura for a Permesso di Sogiorno. When I received the receipt for the application I was told it was fine to use that until I was processed (fingerprints) and the card issued, but the wait time was long an they would send me an appointment in the mail. I then went to the Commune to register my residence as required by the law (within 8 days, on threat of a fine and expulsion), to be told I needed the actual permesso card. Explaining that I was waiting for an appointment and did not know how long it would be gave no relief. I have attempted to buy a car and open a bank account but in both cases they too told me I could not do so without the permesso. I have just received an appointment to have fingerprints taken, six months from now!!
Does anyone know how I can buy a car or open a bank account in these circumstances? I have work with my sponsor but can not attend without a car. Italian buresucracy at its finest??