Registered residence in Italy

Understand when to register a change of residence, which information to prepare and where to find the official services.

Important information

Percorso Cittadino helps you understand Italian administrative procedures but does not replace public authorities. Before submitting applications or making decisions, always verify the official institutional links provided on this page.

What registered residence means

Registered residence identifies the place where a person usually lives. It is relevant to dealings with the municipality, official documents, public communications and access to certain local services.

When you may need to register a change

A declaration may be needed when you move permanently to another home, another municipality or a different address within the same municipality.

Within the same municipality

When you move to another address within the same municipality, the new address must be communicated to the municipal registry office.

Moving to another municipality

When you move to another municipality, the declaration must be submitted to the new municipality of residence.

Where to submit the declaration

Check whether the declaration can be submitted online through ANPR or follow the instructions provided by the competent municipality. Required procedures and documents may depend on your personal and housing circumstances.

Important

Before submitting the declaration, always check the official ANPR information and the website of the competent municipality.

Information and documents to prepare

Prepare the main details before beginning. Requirements may depend on the municipality, the property and your personal circumstances.

An identity document and Italian tax code.

The complete new address, including municipality, street, building number, apartment or staircase details where applicable.

Information about your right to occupy the property, such as ownership, rental agreement or another valid housing arrangement.

Details of any family members moving with you.

Any additional documents requested by ANPR or the municipality for your circumstances.

Recommended steps

1. Determine whether you are changing address within the same municipality or moving to another municipality.

2. Prepare your identity document, Italian tax code and complete property details.

3. Check whether you can submit the declaration online through ANPR or must follow the municipality’s instructions.

4. Complete the declaration carefully and verify the address before submitting it.

5. After submission, check the application status and any communications from the municipality.

6. Respond to any request for additional information or clarification.

Mistakes to avoid

• Do not declare an address where you do not usually live.
• Do not submit incomplete information or information that does not reflect your housing circumstances.
• Do not ignore communications from the municipality after submitting the declaration.
• Do not rely only on unofficial information. Always check ANPR and the municipality’s official website.

Goal of this guide

At the end of this guide, you should understand when a change of registered residence may be required, which information to prepare and which official sources to consult.