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06.12.2011

Caravaggio on show in Moscow: 3 paintings on loan to Pushkin Museum from FEC
The Lombard master's works belonging to the Religous Buildings Foundation of the Italian Ministry of Interior can be seen until 19th February in the most comprehensive exhibition devoted to the Baroque painter ever held abroad

05.12.2011

Entry visa for Italy: all types defined by law
The Interministrial Decree of 11.5.2011 introducing visa categories, along with the requirements and conditions to be met, was published in the Official Gazette. Unaccompanied minors are also required to carry a notarised letter of authority from a parent or guardian stating they can expatriate

24.11.2011

Stay permit for foreign minors extended for a further 30 days in Italy
A new regulation granting a stay of maximum 120 days came into force. Stay length can be only extended on grounds of force majeure on the initiative of the Committee for Foreign Minors

04.11.2011

Space exploration kermesse to open in Lucca
Starting Monday 7th November until Thursday 10th November, more than 220 foreign delegations and representatives of major space agencies of the world are expected to attend two international meetings. A special exhibition inaugurated on Thursday 3rd November

14.10.2011

New online up-to-date guide to acquiring Italian citizenship
Drafted by the Department for Civil Liberties and Immigration, it provides full details on the basic laws, eligibility, how to apply, statistics and tips on checking your online dossier

26.09.2011

Carnegie Foundation, celebrating 100 years of service to everyday heroes
The Hero Fund intended for honouring and rewarding those who perform acts of civilian courage in peaceful times celebrates its first century. It was established in 1911 within the Interior Ministry thanks to the donation made by the homonymous philanthropist

22.09.2011

'Icarus', closing event of the young driver safety project in Brussels
It will be held on 22nd and 23rd September at the European Parliament. 14 European countries involved in the campaign of road education launched by the Italian State Police

20.09.2011

Discovering Religious Buildings Foundation's secret gardens and cloisters during European Heritage Days
On 24th and 25th September a number of hidden sites of high artistic and historical value reopen to the public

20.07.2011

Holiday exodus, Viabilità Italia launches 2011 traffic safety plan
It provides useful information for road users, including the forecast of days with critical heavy traffic, the map of alternative routes, non-removable road-works, assistance and rescue facilities on motorways and major roads

27.06.2011

Return law-decree entered into force
The legislative measure adopted to regulate both the free movement and residence of EU citizens and the return of illegally staying non-EU nationals was published in the Official Journal. A circular letter provides early operating instructions