Italian Ministry of Interior
The online English language websection is now available to find out more about the Ministry of Interior’s duties, functions and services. A coincise overview of the main activity areas of this State institution is contained in six editorial reports
General and regional election of 24th and 25th February 2013
A guide to voting for the renewal of the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies and for the election of the President of the Regional Council and the Regional Council of Lombardy, Lazio and Molise
General Elections 2013, voting by Italian citizens living abroad
2012 immigration quotas for non-seasonal workers, the application process begins on 7th December at 9:00amThe closing date for applications is 30th June 2013, 12:00pm. 13850 units admitted. Operational instructions are outlined in a circular letter jointly issued by the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Labour. From 4th December an online service is available to fill in application forms in advance
Security
An institutional mission which guarantees the full exercise by citizens of their fundamental rights and liberties as provided for by the Constitution
Immigration and civil liberties
Policies aimed at promoting social cohesion, combating illegal immigration and easing regular immigrants’ reception and integration
Elections and referenda
Organisation of electoral consultations and referenda regulated by State legislation, advisory activity on election matters, technical and legal support to prefectures and municipalities
Public Rescue Service
The National Fire Brigade is in charge of rescue service to ensure public safety in the event of fires, natural disasters and great disastrous events
Asylum and refugees
Any alien who is persecuted in his/her country of origin can receive asylum and protection in our national territory through the recognition of 'refugee status'
State-local authority relations
Composition of elective bodies, setting up of the organisational apparatus, economic and financial administration of local government authorities
