Support for New Arrivals
Welcome to Monfalcone. Essential resources to help you with your first steps
Welcome to Monfalcone. Essential resources to help you with your first steps
Find step-by-step guides and resources to get settled.
Complete step-by-step guides for your first days in Monfalcone, from registration to local transport.
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The main community and resource hub for foreigners in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, which often includes Monfalcone residents.
Visit HubConnect with the local community for religious support, social activities, and cultural events.
Visit PageThe main social and cultural organization for the Bangladeshi community in the Monfalcone area. Contact them for local support.
Find Contact InfoQuick answers to common questions from new arrivals.
To open a bank account, you'll need your passport, a valid residence permit (or application receipt), and your **codice fiscale** (Italian tax code). We recommend booking an appointment in advance at a branch of popular banks like Intesa Sanpaolo or UniCredit. They can provide specific guidance for non-residents or new arrivals.
Monfalcone has a vibrant community with numerous options for halal food. You can find several halal butchers and grocery stores, especially around the Via Roma area, which is known for its shops catering to the community. Additionally, many local supermarkets often carry a selection of halal products.
The application process for the `permesso di soggiorno` must be initiated within 8 business days of your arrival in Italy. You will need to obtain a kit from a post office (`Poste Italiane`), fill out the forms, and submit them at the post office. Afterward, you will be given an appointment for a fingerprinting session at the local **Questura** in Gorizia. Required documents typically include your passport, entry stamp, a copy of your housing contract, and the completed application form.
Many new arrivals find housing through online platforms like Immobiliare.it and Idealista. Local Facebook groups can also be a valuable resource for finding shared accommodation, especially for workers. Be prepared to show your work contract and residence permit to landlords.
Once you have your residence permit, you can register with the Italian National Health Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale). You will need to go to the local ASL (Azienda Sanitaria Locale) office with your permesso di soggiorno, codice fiscale, and residence certificate. This registration is free and allows you to choose a family doctor (`medico di base`) who will be your first point of contact for medical care.
Monfalcone has an efficient local bus network managed by TPL FVG, as well as a train station with frequent connections to Trieste, Udine, and Venice. Tickets can be purchased at newsstands (`tabacchi`), the bus station, or the train station. Consider a monthly pass if you plan on commuting regularly.