Planning to relocate abroad? Here are the 10 best ‘expat-friendly’ countries – The Indian Express

Italy, located on the Mediterranean coastline, has been one of the best destinations for Americans moving out of the USA. Recently, it has been reported that over 15.000 Americans live in Italy. At this point, you might be wondering the real reasons behind this relocation to Italy. There are several reasons that stand out.

Initially, the country has a rich cultural heritage, friendly locals, and an excellent cuisine, which can reduce the side effects of cultural shock. You can easily adapt yourself to life, whether you prefer to live, work, or even retire in Italy. Plus, Italy allows dual citizenship for those who wish not to lose their USA citizenship.

Apart from these, there are many residence visa options. For investors, it is best to consider the Italy Golden Visa. The minimum investment threshold starts from €250,000, and you can include your family members in the program. Once you complete the process, you will receive a 2-year valid resident permit, which is renewable three times with no minimum residency requirement. 

Besides, the Italian digital nomad visa for digital nomads and the elective residence retirement visa for retirees are also available as a temporary visa option.