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Guides to living in Milan

Practical tips for students, Erasmus and professionals: how to find a home, get your Italian tax code, get around the city, and choose the right area.

Bocconi Area and Vigentino: Living There and Getting Around

Bocconi Area and Vigentino: Living There and Getting Around

Living near Bocconi in Milan: the Vigentino neighbourhood, its green spaces, culture and great transport (Tram 24, M3),…

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Guide to the Codice Fiscale for international students: how to get it and why it's essential

Guide to the Codice Fiscale for international students: how to get it and why it's essential

Codice Fiscale for international students: what it is, why it's essential for renting and residency, and how to get it…

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Short-Term or Concordato Contract? A Guide to Renting in Milan

Short-Term or Concordato Contract? A Guide to Renting in Milan

Short-term or concordato rental contract in Milan: duration, bills, deposit and requirements compared, to help you pick…

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Erasmus in Milan: Week Zero (Arrival, Home, Documents, SIM)

Erasmus in Milan: Week Zero (Arrival, Home, Documents, SIM)

Erasmus in Milan guide to week zero: airport transfer, apartment keys, Codice Fiscale, Italian SIM card, university…

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Which Milan Area Is Right for Your University: Bocconi, IED, Politecnico, Brera

Which Milan Area Is Right for Your University: Bocconi, IED, Politecnico, Brera

Studying at Bocconi, IED, Politecnico or Brera? Find out which Milan area for your university fits best, with real…

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Chinese Students in Milan: A Practical Daily Life Guide

Chinese Students in Milan: A Practical Daily Life Guide

Practical guide for Chinese students in Milan: where to find Asian food, how to get the Codice Fiscale, communities,…

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Renting in Milan: red flags and how to protect yourself

Renting in Milan: red flags and how to protect yourself

How to spot a rental scam in Milan: fake listings, stolen photos and unverifiable channels. Tips for renting safely…

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Tram, Metro, Bike: Getting Around Milan as a Student

Tram, Metro, Bike: Getting Around Milan as a Student

A guide to getting around Milan as a student: ATM under-27 season tickets, the tram and metro lines worth knowing, plus…

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Tram 24: Milan's Student Tram Line

Tram 24: Milan's Student Tram Line

Tram 24 Milan links Vigentino to Duomo through Morivione: route, stops, timetables, and why students love this iconic…

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Erasmus Packing Checklist Milan: What to Bring (and Skip)

Erasmus Packing Checklist Milan: What to Bring (and Skip)

Erasmus packing checklist Milan: documents, seasonal clothes, Type L/F adapters, medicines, and what NOT to bring…

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