1. Scan of valid passport or EU ID card

   
   

2. Scan of Italian tax code (card or certificate)

   
   

3. Scan of BOTH SIDES of the valid residence permit (only if applicable) OR scan of the expired residence permit card + renewal receipt (if non-EU)

   
   

4. Accommodation proof (only one of these three):

   
   

• Ownership: Land registry coordinates of your accommodation (usually stated on the contract or provided by the owner; look for Foglio, Subalterno, and Particella).

  
  

• Tenancy: Scan of the rent contract. Include the number, place, and date of registration of the rent contract at the Revenue Agency (if available).

  
  

• Hospitality: Scan of the host's written declaration of consent to reside on their premises plus a scan of their ID. Obtain the land registry coordinates from your host. If in social housing, your host needs authorization from the administration or proof that the apartment is no longer under a council housing scheme. Also, provide a letter of consent from the residence or hosting facility on headed paper, signed and stamped, stating the type, address, your details, and permission to reside there. If in student housing (dorm or residence), you would need to get a letter of endorsement from management stating you may reside there. Note: Management's decision is required, and it may not always be granted due to residence regulations. Please find below a template for the letter of endorsement.

  
  

5. Certificate of enrollment in a study program. It must be in Italian, issued and endorsed by the University (only EU students).

   
   

6. Certificate of health insurance (valid for at least one year, covering all medical expenses, in Italian) OR proof of membership to the Italian Public Healthcare System (either the letter of enrollment or the health card). Note: The European Health Insurance Card is not accepted! (only EU students)

   
   
7. Scan of a self-declaration of sufficient economic means to self-sustain yourself - “Dichiarazione di composizione della famiglia MOD EURO 1”. (only EU students)

Additional documents (only if applicable):

8. Scan of Italian driving license.

   
   
9. Scan of the original documents, translated and legalized, proving the marital status and the composition of the family

To apply for Residenza you can submit your application through an online application platform.

1. Go on this website

   
   

2. Go to the section “Richiesta di residenza per persone straniere provenienti dall’estero” and click on "Richiedi online".

   
   
3. Click on "Inizia nuova richiesta".

4. Sign up on the platform: enter your name, surname, email and password. You will receive a confirmation link on the email address you provided.

   
   
5. Login with your credentials and start your request!

Fill in the Application

The platform has several tabs, each one with a topic, and is context-responsive (it will require the relevant data and documents).

• You can start filling in the application, save, and resume later if needed.
• Once completed, save each tab (Salva e Prosegui), then revise and confirm the entire application.
• Download the application PDF, date, and sign it using your PDF reader's signing tool or print, sign and scan it back into PDF format.
• Upload the signed document along with a scan of your ID/Passport and submit it.

Here are the main steps after you submit your form:

1. After submission, officers will review your application.

   
   

2. If some information is missing, is insufficient or not readable, the officers will notify with the required changes. In this case, edit the application, complete the corrections, confirm each tab, and resubmit.

   
   

3. If all documentation is correct, you will receive a PDF letter confirming the start of the process, including a protocol number and a date (this is also the start date of your residency in Milano).

   
   

4. The administration takes 45 days (about 1 and a half months) to check on your residence requirements and to visit your home.

   
   

5. An officer from the Municipality (Messo Comunale) will visit you at your residence to certify that you live there. At the end of the process, you will be notified that your residence application has been successfully accepted. Inspections can occur during working days. If not a home, the officer will leave a missed visit slip with a phone number to call for inspection completion.

   
   

Pro tip: Provide an accurate address (stairs number, floor) and ensure your name is on the intercom and mailbox.

6. If everything is fine, you will get no further communication except in case your residence is denied.

Residence has no expiration, and is valid until you move to another city. You must update the City Registry within 60 days (about 2 months) of any changes, such as:

• Each time you collect a new Residence Permit card

• Whenever you change address inside the City.

  
  

These can be done online:

The online registration process is a convenient way to register your new or changed address with the Milano authorities.

1. Collect your necessary documents and access the ANPR website (section "Cambio Residenza" - click on Richiedi Online; you will be redirected to the ANPR website).

   
   

2. Login using your SPID or CIE (digital identities used to log into official websites).

   
   

3. In the list of available, choose request change of residence.

   
   
4. Upload your documents and submit them.

You might need to get a residence certificate if required by some private or foreign subject (e.g. a bank when issuing a mortgage). Book an in-person appointment.

If you still have questions or doubts about this administrative procedure or anything else related to living in Milano, you can always contact our International Student Desk.

You can send us an email at welcomestudents@yesmilano.it.

We will be happy to answer your questions!