At Viamonde, our Roots and Immersion tourism isn’t about ticking boxes. It is about understanding that your Italian citizenship is more than a binder of documents; it is a living, breathing culture. We take you down the dirt roads to meet the vignaioli (winemakers)—the families who have tended the same soil for generations.

The planning for this trip has been a labor of love, but as the pieces come together, I know the two weeks we’re spending together will be one of the most fulfilling experiences of our family’s life. With my father and his three sisters in their late seventies, and my siblings and I in our fifties, this roots tour—a journey to both his family's past in Germany and my late mother’s roots in Sicily—feels like it could be the last major trip we all take together.

The suitcases are unpacked, the prosecco has been popped, and the initial euphoria of receiving that coveted Italian visa or citizenship has started to settle. You’ve found your charming apartment, signed the lease, or perhaps even bought a little piece of Italian heaven. This is it, right? The dolce vita begins!

For Melanie and Brent, early retirement wasn't the slow, quiet chapter they initially anticipated. It was a catalyst for a vibrant, travel-filled life, centered in the sun-drenched beauty of Sicily, Italy. They’ve swapped the daily grind for an Elective Residency Visa (ERV) lifestyle that keeps them constantly moving—between new friends, family visits, and exploring ancient history—proving that retirement, especially in Italy, is anything but boring.

Here’s the breakdown between the monthly expenses of two residents living in the same, medium sized, seaside town in Sicily. One embraces a Minimalist lifestyle focused on simplicity and local resources, and the other leaning into a more "Bougie" approach, prioritizing convenience, premium goods, and frequent travel.

You’ve spent years piecing together the family tree. You've uncovered the manifests, the birth certificates, the names. And now, you have it—the town. The name of the tiny paese your great-grandparents called home. You’ve done the hard part, right? Now what?

With three of her four grandparents being of Italian descent, Italian culture was a significant part of her upbringing in a predominantly Italian-American community in New York. Jacqueline first encountered the concept of jure sanguinis (citizenship by descent) in the late 2000s, though it wasn't until over a decade later when she was finally able to fully embrace the opportunity. 

As a busy small business owner with a cafe and bakery as well as my husband’s law firm, and helping to raise our grandchildren, time is a precious commodity. Managing family and work, we simply didn't have the bandwidth to navigate the complex process of collecting documents and making amendments for nine applicants. That's where ViaMonde stepped in, and they truly took care of everything from start to finish.

Relocating to Italy and securing Italian citizenship by descent was a dream that I left simmering on the back burner for a long time. Too long. Last fall, everything finally started to come together. Or so I thought. I had a clear plan: move to Italy and apply for citizenship via residency. However, the universe had other ideas.

Welcome Michael, the newest and youngest addition to the ViaMonde team, but don’t let his age fool you. After six years of study, Michael speaks Italian fluently, second only to Carla, a native speaker. Since his high school graduation in 2022, Michael has immersed himself in Social Media, where he quickly learned how to grow a following. His self-taught marketing prowess allowed him to earn a living off his viewership before joining the ViaMonde team.  

The hardest part of trading the American Dream for European well-being isn't the paperwork, the visas, or even the property search. From my own experience and watching countless clients, I know it’s the quiet ache of guilt and worry about loved ones left behind, and the dread of expat loneliness. This relocation anxiety often stalls on a profound emotional barrier: How do I build a new life without sacrificing my existing one?

Meet the Team: Jennifer, driven by a singular vision: to create the comprehensive guide and all-inclusive relocation company she desperately wished she'd had at the beginning of her journey.

Based on the real-world experiences of our team, we've identified five simple habits that can make all the difference. These aren't just tips; they're a mindset shift that will help you transition from a visitor to a resident, navigating the quirks and charms of your new home with grace.

This diverse background in both work experience and education has equipped Tony with a robust skill set, primarily centered on technology and project management. He possesses a profound understanding of ViaMonde’s services from both the client and operational perspectives, which ensures an optimal experience for clients and the ViaMonde team alike.

While the general knowledge about Celiac disease in Southern European countries is far ahead of many others, it isn't always easy. It's not like you can just waltz into any trattoria or tapas bar and expect to find safe options, especially in smaller, more rural towns. It takes a little preparation, a healthy dose of caution, and a lot of asking questions. This is my guide, from one traveler to another, on how to navigate the highs and lows of being a Celiac in the land of pa

Maggie finds her passion in assisting clients who know their goals, but aren't sure how to get there. “Many people just don’t have the time to get there on their own”, which is where Maggie’s services as our lead Concierge Document Coordinator truly shine. 

As ViaMonde’s in-house Legal Coordinator, Abogado Guillermo Iso Floren’s extensive experience affords one of a kind perspective. In addition to his long-term residencies in Spain, Germany, Belgium, Italy, and China, he has also spent shorter periods of study in Austria, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands, along with formative youth exchanges in the US. With law degrees from both Spain and Germany, Guillermo has the perfect mixture of lived experience as an expat and lega

Life in the US can feel like a ruthless rat race. My American diet, defined by impossibly long work hours and the need for convenience, relied heavily on take-out and processed foods. This is how my move to Spain taught me the art of living.

Case Study: Sara's dream of Italian citizenship by descent began in June 2023 when she booked a complimentary consultation with our team. Initial communications highlighted a lack of understanding regarding the precise documentation needed for a successful application. Enthusiastic, but determined to manage much of the document collection herself, Sara embarked on a DIY path. This decision, however, soon revealed the complexities of Italian bureaucracy...

There are a lot of moving parts involved in making the move abroad. The entire process can be overwhelming and frustrating. We get it. But why trust ViaMonde to help you through this life changing experience? Because we’ve lived it for ourselves. Meet Brian.