Information on opening an Italian bank account - what documents to provide - the credit and debit cards, payment methods cheques and more. Also a useful glossary of Italian banking words and phrases.

The Codice Fiscale is a unique identification number needed to live and work in Italy. It is needed for many administrative matters. Here find information on what it is and how and where to apply for the Italian tax code.

The UK, US, Australian, Canadian and New Zealand consulates provide services for their citizens in need in Italy, including replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations. Find out how to reach them here.

Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

This is the place to ask questions and share information on banking, tax, mortgages, visas and other matters relating to law and money.

Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

Information on Italian taxes: general taxation on income, how it's calculated, when to pay tax, what exemptions there be and more. Also Italian capital gains tax and how it works, and gift and inheritance taxation.

Information on who pays what taxes and why in the event of a property being bought in Italy. With an explanation of the annual property taxes you will be charged as a home owner or a tenant.

Key information to understand the various types of Italian will available, and how to go about making one. Also an overview of the inheritance implications for a foreigner and their family resident in Italy.