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RoamarooItalian Citizenship by Descent: Your Path to Living La Dolce VitaIn this episode of Roamaroo, hosts Scott and Collette sit down with Michele Capecchi, known as “The Italian Legal Whisperer,” to explore the ins and outs of obtaining Italian citizenship through ancestry and other visa options for U.S. citizens looking to move to Italy.Michele shares her expertise on the legal process of claiming Italian citizenship if you have Italian roots, breaking down the steps and requirements, from tracing your ancestry to gathering the right documents.They also dive into other visa options available for Americans seeking to live, work, or retire in Italy, incl...2025-03-111h 16
The Italian Legal WhispererEp. 20 - After Citizenship is granted - Italian Passport Application ProcessFINALLY, YOU ARE ITALIAN! 🇮🇹🇮🇹 This is the best news we like to share with our clients, once the process that allows them to recover their #ItalianCitizenship is completed. After the first moment of excitement, their first question is WHEN / HOW CAN I GET MY ITALIAN PASSPORT?!?In today's episode, we cover all the steps that follow the great news that your Italian citizenship application has been approved and you are therefore an Italian citizen. When Can I Apply for an Italian Passport?Where do I go to get my passport?What authority rel...2024-08-0717 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 18 - The Interview with DAVID BACH - 10X New York Times Bestselling AuthorListen to the interview of attorney Michele Capecchi with the only and amazing David Bach (IG: David Bach (@davidlbach) one of America's most trusted financial experts and 10X New York Times bestselling author. His FinishRich Books have been published in more than 19 languages, with more than seven million copies in print worldwide. "The David Bach Show is your key to financial freedom, one episode at a time" (LINK)Being interviewed by my dear friend David BACH in his Podcast " THE DAVID BACH SHOW" (--> Ep. 31) offered the un...2024-08-011h 04The Italian Legal WhispererEp. 17 - Digital NOMAD VISA (Part. 2 - notes after the implementing rules)Tune in to the podcast to unlock the secrets of obtaining the Italian Digital Nomad Visa and embark on an unforgettable journey of (remote!) work and exploration in the heart of Italy. Discover the exciting world of the new Italian Digital Nomad Visa in this informative podcast episode. Italian immigration lawyer, Michele Capecchi and his cohost Monica Sharp break down the preliminary details and requirements after the recent enactment of the law. Among the specific Requirements:Prove that you are highly skilled (either via your Academic background or an e...2024-07-2517 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 16 - Italian Citizenship through MARRIAGEThis episode provides a comprehensive overview of the process of acquiring Italian citizenship through marriage to an Italian citizen. It covers the eligibility requirements, the necessary documentation, the application process, and the potential challenges that applicants may encounter.Key Points:Eligibility Requirements:The main requirement is that the non-Italian spouse must have been married to an Italian citizen for at least two years if residing in Italy, or three years if residing abroad.This period can be reduced by half if the couple has children together.Language Proficiency...2024-07-2012 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEpisode 15 Digital Nomads VISAExciting News: Italy's Digital Nomad Visa on the Horizon!Italian government's groundbreaking announcement of a new visa tailored for "remote workers", also known as "digital nomads". Anyone who can #workremotely (either independently or under an employment agreement with a company that doesn't need them to "clock in") is potentially eligible for this new visa. The recent Ministry of Internal Affairs update indicates final approval is nearing completion.The #DigitalNomadVisa applications are likely to be accepted SOON (but not quite yet!) Key Details and Requirements for the...2024-04-0329 min
ExtraVirgin Food & TravelHow to Buy a Property in Italy and Those One Euro HousesWe've talked about those one Euro houses in Italy in a previous podcast (episode 81) but in this episode we’re about to revisit the subject (and the topic of buying property in Italy as a foreigner in general) with Michele Capecchi, a lawyer based in Florence, who has extensive experience in guiding foreigners through the red tape that is buying a property in Italy. Michele is managing partner of Studio Legale Capecchi , teaches International Business Law at at the European School of Economics and has been a a legal columnist with The Florentine, the international magazine of the e...2024-02-1938 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 11 - The ITALIAN CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT (Jure Sanguinis) - What documents do I need to get Italian citizenship by descent (Part 1)Acquiring Italian Citizenship through Descent (Jure Sanguinis)What documents do I need to recover my Italian citizenship?Citizenship by descent or by blood, or “Jure sanguinis” means that in Italy you become an Italian citizen automatically, just because your parents are Italian. By extension, it means also that everyone how has, in his or her bloodline an Italian grandparent, great-grandparents or even great-great-grandaparents is potentially eligible to reclaim his or her Italian Citizenship, with all the benefits related to have a European Union passport. Sowhat documents do I...2023-10-2541 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEpisode 12 - Italian Citizenship by Descent (PART 2) - Naturalization, APOSTILLE and other amending names discrepanciesSome of the most important documents which need to be collect in order to be able to file the application (regardless of the place where we file: Consulate, Local Municipality or Court): Naturalization Certificate, Apostille, and all the documents discrepancies. CERTIFICATE OF NATURALIZATIONUntil 1992, with the acquisition of foreign citizenship, the applicant was forced to renounce his/her Italian citizenship. The certificate of naturalization tells us when and if the Italian-born ancestor, eventually decided to relinquish his Italian citizenship. Only if the naturalization was completed after the birth of the child bo...2023-10-2524 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEpisode 13 - Italian Citizenship by Descent (Part. 3) - Documents to include, Mistakes to avoidAlso this episode provides valuable insights for those embarking on the path to Italian citizenship through descent and answer to the most tricky question: What documents do I need to reacquire my Italian citizenship?We suggest listening to Episodes 11 and 12 before enjoying today's episode. Attorney Michele Capecchi and co-host Monica Sharp delve into the challenges of gathering essential documents for a citizenship application, providing practical strategies to navigate the hurdles encountered during the collection of required certificates. Capecchi Legal offers complimentary case reviews and assistance to those interested in a...2023-10-2530 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEpisode 14 - Italian Citizenship by Descent (PART 4) - Where to apply - Pro and Cons of Local applation, consulate application, court application and other optionsWhen you've successfully gathered all the essential documents required to reclaim your Italian citizenship, the next crucial step is selecting the optimal venue to submit your Italian citizenship application. Where are you expected to submit your citizenship application? Explore with us the options and their respective pros and cons:Citizenship application at the Italian ConsulateCitizenship application in Italy, via a Comune"1948 case" court procedures, in case of use of a female line of the family. "Denied Justice" new approach.Citizenship by Residency (Three-Year Rule): If you don't have Italian an...2023-10-2521 min
Navigating Love and Immigration™Dual Citizenship - Italy and the United StatesIn Episode 14 of "Navigating Love and Immigration," we had the pleasure of hosting Michele Capecchi, an immigration attorney based in Italy. Michele is the owner and CEO of Capecchi Legal, a law firm in Florence, Italy, and brings a unique expertise in the world of global mobility. His work primarily focuses on helping individuals and companies navigate the complexities of moving to Italy, whether it's for business, family reunification, or simply the desire to embrace Italian culture. One of the most fascinating aspects of Michele's work is assisting individuals in discovering their Italian citizenship based on their heritage and...2023-09-1532 min
The David Bach ShowThe Ultimate Guide to Moving to Italy with the Italian Legal Whisperer, Michele CapecchiWelcome back to the podcast. Today, I'm interviewing my dear friend, Michele Capecchi! Known as the Italian Legal Whisperer, Michele is an international lawyer who helps ex-pats (like myself) navigate the challenges of moving to Italy from other parts of the world. He's also recognized for his work securing dual citizenship for Americans with Italian heritage and has been doing this for 20+ years. Today, you'll learn the process for making an Italian move possible while avoiding the mistakes that hold so many people back from making their dreams of relocating to this beautiful country a r...2023-06-171h 01The Italian Legal WhispererEp. 10 - Italian Residency and Taxes in ItalyEpisode 10. RESIDENZA - Formal residency or legal domicile - Codice Fiscale -Buying a property without Visa- Why having Residenza (legal domicile) is soimportant and useful.Attorney Michele Capecchi and co-host Monica Sharp continue their analysis of themost important aspects related to real estate transactions in Italy, includingmisconceptions, errors and pitfalls to avoid. The spoke extensively of RESIDENZA - Formal residency or legal domicileCodice FiscaleBuying a property without VisaFinancing the purchase of a property in ItalyFlat Tax for high net-worth individualsTax consequence in case of Italian residencyConsequence of setting up r...2023-05-0429 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp.5 - Work Visa and Self Employment VisaEpisode 5. Visas To Work in Italy: Part 1. The Self Employment Visa - The quota system. “DIGITAL NOMADS”, the Freelance Visa and the Investment Visa.Unlocking the Secrets to Work in ItalyIn this episode, we will be discussing working visas for Italy. Due to the vastness of the topic, we will be covering it over the course of two or three episodes. Our clients often ask us questions regarding how to bring their business or investment idea to Italy, or how to get hired by an Italian company. One of the biggest questions we rece...2023-05-0430 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 6 - Employment Visa - Highly Qualified Professionals - EU BLUE CARD- Converting the Student Visa into a Work VisaEpisode 6. WORK VISA PART 2 - The EMPLOYMENT VISA CONVERTING the STUDENT VISA into a WORK Permit to stay. The Highly Qualified professional - EU BLUE CARD Difference between the VISA AND THE PERMIT TO STAY. Employment Regulation. The QUOTA SYSTEM - You cannot enter in Italy "any time" but you need to wait a specific moment established annually by the government where the maximum of application accepted are set. Can I work remotely in Italy for a US company? What Visa do I need if my US company wants to send me to...2023-05-0420 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 7 - Investor Visa - The Golden VisaEpisode 7. The Italian Investor Visa: is it really your Golden Visa?Its features and possible alternatives The Italian Investor Visa Program is a government initiative that aims to attract foreign investors toItaly by offering them a path to permanent residency in the country. The program, which was launched in 2017, requires foreign investors to invest at least €500,000 in an Italian company or €2 million in Italian government bonds, or 1 Million in a philanthropic project or 250,000 euro on a Innovative startup program.The program is open to investors from all over the world and provi...2023-05-0439 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 8 - Real Estate - Buying a property in ItalyEpisode 8. Investing in Italian Real Estate Market in Italy – Buying a property in Italy.Mistakes to avoid and opportunities to catch.Residency and tax liability – Buying a property allows to obtain a permit to stay? (answer is"NO", and here it is why). Michele Capecchi together with his legal assistant and co-host of the show, Monica Sharp, guides you through the process of investing in the real estate market in Italy. However, the process of purchasing property in Italy can be complex and require the assistance of professionals such as notaries and la...2023-05-0452 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp. 9 - Real Estate - Home inspection -Surveyor - Mortgages and Bank SystemEpisode 9. Investing in Italian Real Estate Market in Italy – Buying a property in Italy.Mistakes to avoid and opportunities to catch. RESIDENZA - Formal residency or legal domicile- Codice FiscaleFlat Tax for high net-worth individuals, Tax implications of setting up the residency and ramifications of setting up residency for the purpose of obtaining the National Healthcare coverage provided by the government. Michele Capecchi and his co-host, the American legal assistant Monica Sharp, continue their chats on the biggest issues that can arise during the negotiation and the purchase of a property in Italy. ...2023-05-0436 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp.4 - Elective Residency Visa - Golden VisaEpisode 4. The Elective Residency Visa in Italy – Non working visa – Also know as Retirement Visa. Is it the "Italian Golden Visa"? Peculiarities and misconceptions. Tax Incentives.In this episode, we discuss the Elective Residency Visa in Italy, a special type of visa that allows foreign nationals to stay in the country for longer than 90 days without working. We shed light on the details of this visa scheme and its application process.Firstly, the guest explains that the elective residency visa is intended for people who wish to reside in It...2023-05-0327 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp.1 - Things to know before moving to ItalyEpisode 1 sheds light on common misconceptions about the Italian visa and citizenship application process that can ruin your dream of living and working in Italy.Capecchi Legal often receives inquiries from people who have already made costly mistakes due to misleading information they read online. Michele Capecchi together with his legal assistant and co-host of the show, Monica Sharp, guides you through the process of moving your life and business in Italy, helping you avoid potential pitfalls in Visa, real estate and citizenship applications.Some highlights of the episodes: Tourists cannot stay in Italy longer tha...2023-05-0320 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp.2 -Tourist Visa and travelling to Italy without a VisaEpisode 2 - Travelling to Italy without a Visa- How to extend your stay over the 90 days limit rule. The new EU ETIAS registration and the risk of overstayingIf you come from a country that allows you to travel to Italy for tourism without a visa, you can stay in Italy and in European Union Schengen Space for up to 90 days every 180 days period. During this time, it is possible to attend short study course and even buying aproperty (if the reciprocity is respected). Author highlights the importance of h...2023-05-0320 minThe Italian Legal WhispererEp.3 -Student Visa and Converting Student VisaEpisode 3. The STUDENT VISA – Converting the Student Visa into a Working Visa.Visa and Permit to Stay, what is the difference.- The Decreto Flussi and the Quota System.In this episode, the hosts discuss the high demand for accurate information about living in Italy. Many people have questions about buying property, staying longer than 90 days, setting up a business, and what to do in case of a car accident.For those interested in staying longer than 90 days, what type of visas should be taken into consideration? What is your ultimate goal? ST...2023-05-0325 min