Italy
Italy is an EU and Schengen member that uses the euro. The main routes for skilled non-EU workers are the EU Blue Card and the employer-sponsored Decreto Flussi quota route.
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Schools & Education in Italy for Expat Families
Children who move to Italy fall under compulsory schooling and have the same rights in state schools as Italian pupils. Lessons are in Italian.
Public vs. International Schools
| Public School | |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Free |
| Language | Italian |
| Curriculum | National curriculum |
Public school enrolment
Foreign minors are subject to compulsory schooling with the same rights as Italian pupils.
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