How can I get the latest information on IC Firenze activities?
Register on our website, request to be a member of our fb group, follow us on instagram and facebook page.
Where can I pick up my IC Firenze card?
You can get it during IC events.
What are the benefits of IC Firenze card?
The membership card is valid for 1 academic year (from September to August) and it allows to become an association member and participate to all our activities. Your IC Firenze card will also provide benefits and discounts at different IC Firenze partner stores.
Which documents and what do I have to do when I first arrive in Firenze?
The most important document is Codice Fiscale (Italian Tax Code). If you are non-EU student, you would have to make a request for the Permesso di Soggiorno (Resident Permit).
What does the Codice Fiscale (Italian Tax Code) do?
It allows you to sign rental contracts, to work and to open a bank account.
Where can I make a Codice Fiscale (Italian Tax Code) and what documents do I need to bring?
The Codice Fiscale can be requested at the Agenzia delle Entrate office.
How can I find a room in Firenze?
There are various website where you can find a room or a house in Firenze (www.subito.it, www.bakeka.it, www.immobiliare.it, www.case.it) or check in facebook groups, as Firenze Affitto or Affittasi Firenze. IC Firenze can help you to find an accomondation so feel free to contact us.
How much does it cost for public transit pass and where I can purchase it?
In Firenze, you can go anywhere by bike. Buy a used one (not stolen!). Taxis are expensive. Anyway, you can check the bus schedule on google maps (that is updated in real time) or on AT - Autolinee Toscane Trams and local buses allow you to travel with the same ticket.
If I have urgent health problems, what do I have to do?
You can call 118 and ask for help. An ambulance will come a pick you up.
You can also contact the Guardia Medica.
There are two main hospitals in Florence:
- Santa Maria Nuova, in the very centre, just two minutes walk from the Duomo;
- Careggi, reachable by a 20 minutes ride by tram.
What do I have to do if I lose my documents?
You have to go to the nearest "Polizia di Stato" or "Carabinieri" station and report.
Where can I find tourist information about Firenze?
You can visit the local tourist info points.