Short answer
How to find and secure a room: university residences, private rooms, contracts, deposits and avoiding scams.
Information, not legal advice. MovItaly is not a law firm. Check with the questura or consulate before you act.
Who is this for
Students arriving in Italy, especially in big cities where rooms are expensive and scarce.
Requirements
- Enough funds for rent and deposit; the visa file needs accommodation proof.
- Some university residences require early application or the DSU.
Sources
- Integrazione Migranti - Casa (Ministero del Lavoro)
Find a professional
Immigration lawyers, commercialisti, CAF and patronato staff and interpreters list themselves in the app.