Moving to Italy: Finding a Job in Italy in 2026 (What to Expect)
Rafael Di Furia - Not Your Average Globetrotter
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Getting a job in Italy can feel like a different world from what many people expect, and if you are moving to Italy in 2026, the job hunt can look very different depending on whether you have dual citizenship, a visa, or you are still trying to understand what is realistically possible. Where you choose to live matters, not just for lifestyle, but for what kinds of opportunities you will actually see in front of you, and the same goes for expectations around pay, stability, and how hiring works day to day. Language also shows up in ways that can surprise people, even when a role looks like it should be “English-friendly,” and that is only one part of a bigger picture that includes timing, legal status, and how much of Italy still runs on human connection. For some, remote work can be a smoother first step while you settle in, but even that comes with tradeoffs if you are trying to build a real life and community locally. In this episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter hosted by Rafael Di Furia, you’ll hear about what to watch for and how to think about finding work in Italy with expectations that match the reality on the ground.
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I am always reading news about how work is hard to come by in Italy and that as a result, many of the youth are leaving. This is distressing to me. If I bring my kids along, they may not find work and be consigned to poverty. I am an older IT worker so I face my own age discrimination issues (as well as language issues) so this is always top-of-mind for me.
It may be that I am forced to try to start a business because I may very well not find any employers willing to take me on. Of course, there are no guarantees in life.
that applies either on having a job interview or in everyday life trust me,
It could make the difference Between being ignored and greeted with smiles, at times
Do you think trading can be considered freelancing? That is, can these two activities be considered equivalent?
What taxes will be applied to earnings from trading?
Income is deposited to a bank card or in cryptocurrency.
🙂
Moving to Italy: Finding a Job in Italy in 2026 (What to Expect)
Rafael Di Furia - Not Your Average Globetrotter
4,242 views
Getting a job in Italy can feel like a different world from what many people expect, and if you are moving to Italy in 2026, the job hunt can look very different depending on whether you have dual citizenship, a visa, or you are still trying to understand what is realistically possible. Where you choose to live matters, not just for lifestyle, but for what kinds of opportunities you will actually see in front of you, and the same goes for expectations around pay, stability, and how hiring works day to day. Language also shows up in ways that can surprise people, even when a role looks like it should be “English-friendly,” and that is only one part of a bigger picture that includes timing, legal status, and how much of Italy still runs on human connection. For some, remote work can be a smoother first step while you settle in, but even that comes with tradeoffs if you are trying to build a real life and community locally. In this episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter hosted by Rafael Di Furia, you’ll hear about what to watch for and how to think about finding work in Italy with expectations that match the reality on the ground.
If you find these episodes of Not Your Average Globetrotter helpful, entertaining and/or if you feel as if I've helped you save time, headaches, or having to spend money legal fees, please consider making a monthly pledge on Patreon and becoming a monthly patron to help make more videos like this possible:
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Or, if you would like to help in a different way and make a one-time donation you can visit:
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I had a Russian girlfriend 10 years ago who had a good job in London when I was living in Rome. She wanted to move to Rome at all costs against my recommendation NOT to do it. She lasted 5 months, she didn't even get an interview.
She had 3 years of experience in her field, IBM on her CV, Swiss passport and 6 languages including native Russian, native French, fluent Italian and fluent English.
This is what Italy gives competent people: NOTHING.
In the end we had to move back to London together, after she burned all her savings and her love for Italy.