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Certified translations of official documents, hands-on bilingual relocation assistance and language coaching to help you move to and settle in Tuscany smoothly.
We are a small dedicated team of professional legal translators and relocation consultants who are bilingual US English and Italian speakers and have a native understanding of both cultures based in Florence (Italy).With over 25 years of experience translating official documents and supporting English speaking individuals and families who are moving to Italy, we know how complex the process can feel.
That’s why we provide hands-on assistance at every stage of your move: from certified translations for immigration or legal purposes, to helping you with local paperwork and accompanying you to appointments discreetly guiding you through the Italian systems.
Whether you are planning to get married, move or retire to Florence or Tuscany for work or family reasons, we are here to make paperwork, administrative procedures, and cultural integration smoother with the following services.
Certified and sworn court-certified English<>Italian Translations
We specialize in certified and sworn court-certified English<>Italian translations of official documents for legal, immigration, and academic purposes. Our translations are legally compliant and accepted by Italian and US authorities, including the USCIS, as well as academic and medical institutions.
If you are applying for a visa, getting married, buying property in Tuscany or submitting documents to immigration offices, we make sure your paperwork is accurate, compliant, and accepted without delay.
We handle every detail, confidentially, quickly and with the utmost precision.
These are some of the documents that we most frequently translate:
Birth Certificates
Criminal Background Checks
Diplomas & Academic Records
Marriage & Divorce Documents
USCIS Documents
Income and employment records
Medical Records
…and more
Hands-on bilingual relocation assistance to move and settle in Florence and in Tuscany
Moving abroad is not just about paperwork, it is also about understanding how the local systems work, learning a new language and adapting to a new culture. We make you feel supported every step of the way both in-person in Florence and remotely online.We help individuals, families, remote workers, and retirees move to Florence and Tuscany, by providing the following practical bilingual assistance whether you're still abroad or already in Italy.
🛎️ Concierge-Style Bilingual Relocation Assistance
Strategic Zoom consultation sessions: our one-to-one Zoom sessions provide expert translation and relocation advice, whether you're planning ahead or already in Italy.
Visa & Immigration Support: we assist you with visa paperwork, appointment scheduling and visits to local authorities.
Bureaucracy & Paperwork Help: we book and accompany you to important appointments, such as those for your 'codice fiscale' (similar to SSN), SIM card, Italian ID and enrolment in the healthcare system. We can help you choose a local doctor, be your interpreter when dealing with real estate agents, doctors and notaries, as well as take care of calls, emails and filling out Italian forms on your behalf.
Housing & Home Setup: we support you with home searches, accompany you to viewings, help translate, and negotiate leases or purchase agreements, and liaise with agencies, landlords, utility companies, and contractors on your behalf. We can also prepare your new home before your arrival with essential shopping and fridge stocking.
Italian Language & Culture Coaching: get ready for Italian life with expert-led coaching sessions live on Zoom or in-person in Florence. We offer from Survival Italian Bootcamps and Cultural Training Workshops to tailored coaching sessions.
Why Italy-America Certified Language Services?
Accuracy and expertise: bilingual US English and Italian speakers with over 25 years of experience translating legally compliant official documents for Italian and U.S. authorities.
Cross-cultural understanding: we have a native understanding of both US and Italian cultures and have been through the process of moving across continents ourselves. We are here to make you feel cared for and less lost both remotely before you arrive and in-person help once you are in Tuscany.
One-stop support: from certified legal translations to relocation assistance and cultural coaching, we provide a comprehensive range of services, all under one roof, so you won't have to manage multiple providers.
Confidential & secure: your documents and personal information are always handled with the highest level of confidentiality and security.
Clear pricing & reliable turnaround: straightforward and competitive pricing with no hidden fees. Most certified translations (1–3 pages) are delivered within 2 business days.
If you’re moving to Florence or Tuscany and need certified translations or help with the Italian language and bureaucracy, we we’re here in Florence to support you in person or online.
Book a free 15–20 minute call to talk about your plans and how we can help.
No pressure, just friendly, expert advice.
Here are some kind words from our clients.
CertiTranslations helped me translate the vital records for my Italian citizenship application. Their professionalism and speed made the process so much easier!"
John S., New York, NY
“We were moving our family to Florence and needed help with documents and translations. CertiTranslations not only helped with the translations, but also provided practical advice for our move. I can’t recommend them enough!”
Lisa and Andrew W., Charlotte, NC
“I needed help with the motivational essay for my application to the London School of Economics and I couldn’t have asked for better assistance. I’m proud to say I was accepted! Thank you CertiTranslations!”
Alessandro M., Milan
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
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Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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English<>Italian Certified Translations. Legally recognized, professionally translated, and accepted in Italy and the U.S.
Whether it’s for immigration, academic purposes, or vital records, you need a translation that’s accurate, compliant, and on time. That’s where we come in.
Italy-America Certified Language Services specializes in certified and sworn translations accepted by Italian and U.S. authorities. We guarantee that our translations meet the strictest legal standards, ensuring that your documents are ready for submission without a hitch.
🇮🇹 Certified translations for Italian authorities and institutions
We handle all of the legal steps to ensure your documents are recognized by Italian authorities. This includes booking the court appointment and purchasing the revenue stamps required for court certification.
What is required?
1️⃣ Original Document: Italian courts accept only original document (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate, diploma, etc.).
2️⃣ Apostille: U.S. documents must be apostilled in the U.S. by the issuing authority.
3️⃣ Italian Translation: we mirror the format, including the stamps, seals, and handwritten notes.
4️⃣ Sworn Court-Certification: signed by us, sealed by an Italian court.
We swear by the quality of our translations, which are officially accepted by Italian consulates worldwide, Italian academic institutions and agencies, and businesses throughout Italy. We swear by them before the Court of Florence.
🇺🇸 Certified translations for U.S. authorities and institutions
Whether you need to translate documents for USCIS, academic institutions, or other agencies, we ensure that your Italian documents meet all the required standards.What is required?
1️⃣ Original Italian document: birth certificate, degree, or school transcript, etc.
2️⃣ English translation: we preserve the original layout and details.
3️⃣ Certificate of Translation Accuracy: this formal statement certifies that the translation is accurate and was performed by a professional linguist. It is required by USCIS and academic institutions and does not need to be notarized.
Which documents can be translated?
We typically handle the certified translation of the following U.S. and Italian documents:
Affidavits
Apostilles
Birth Certificates
Course Descriptions
Applications to study abroad
Court Orders to release records
Criminal Record Checks
Death Certificates
Degrees
Diplomas
Divorce Decrees
Driver’s Licenses
Health Insurance Records
Marriage Applications & Licenses
Marriage Certificates
Medical Certificates
Medical History Reports
National Archives Records
Naturalization Records & Nonexistence of records from the National Archives (NARA) and the USCIS
Orders granting name changes
Passports
Powers Of Attorney
Proof of income or employment
Transcripts
USCIS Forms and Declarations
Visa Applications
Are you moving to Italy? We also offer bilingual relocation assistance and cultural coaching to help move to and settle in Tuscany.
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
e-mail: [email protected]
Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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Start preparing for your move to Florence or Tuscany.
Are you relocating to Florence or Tuscany? We are your go-to bilingual support. Tuscany Orientation Tour - Italian Culture and Language Coaching.
Think of us as your personal bilingual relocation assistant, interpreter, and cultural liaison and
imagine having access to insider knowledge gained through years of experience to help you with your move abroad.
We will guide you through every step of the move, from getting your visa and navigating bureaucracy to providing hands-on bilingual relocation assistance for daily life in Italy.Discover our key preparations services
Strategic Zoom consultation sessions
Our one-to-one 30- and 45-minute Zoom consultations offer expert, personalised advice for every stage of your move. Whether you’re still in the planning stage, have just arrived, or are already living in Italy, these sessions provide direct, personalised guidance based on your individual requirements.
Orientation tours – online or on the ground in Tuscany
Get to know Florence and Tuscany before you arrive through our personalized Zoom orientation sessions. We offer virtual tours and in-depth consultations about life in various cities and towns across Tuscany, not just Florence.These sessions provide an insight into daily life in each area, helping you to choose the right location for your lifestyle.
Orientation topics include:
Neighborhood-by-neighborhood breakdowns.
Local services: shops, gyms, markets, and sports/leisure centers
Should you bring everything with you or buy locally?
Renting furnished vs. unfurnished homes or buying?
Schooling options, commuting and healthcare access.
💬 Would you like an on-the-ground perspective? We also offer in-person orientation walks in Florence and the surrounding area.
Italian Language and Culture Coaching
Move beyond textbook Italian with our expert-led coaching. With over 25 years of experience, bilingual Italian-English support and in-depth cross-cultural insight, our sessions cover more than just language; they prepare you to live the Italian way.Sessions are available live on Zoom or in person in Florence, Italy, with flexible scheduling.
Survival Italian Bootcamps: short, intensive courses for people moving or travelling to Italy soon. Learn the most essential phrases and functional language quickly. Topics covered include: greetings, ordering at cafés and restaurants, getting around, shopping, asking for help, paying bills, making appointments, using Italian apps, and much more.
Cultural workshops with authentic cultural insight and tips to help you understand Italian traditions and embrace the Italian way of life, which is rooted in deep cultural values such as savoring life's simple pleasures, treating cooking as an act of love, and food as a social glue.
Workshops for professionals and freelancers such as "Get Your CV Italian-Ready," which helps you adapt your resume for the Italian job market, and mock job interview practice sessions.
Tailored language lessons: customized Italian language lessons based on your level, lifestyle, and goals, whether you're starting from scratch or need a refresher
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
e-mail: [email protected]
Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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Your personal assistants for expert visa and bureaucracy support to help you move to Italy.
We're here to support you in getting your visa and navigating Italian bureaucracy without language or cultural barriers.
Italian Bureaucracy & Paperwork Help
We help you navigate local systems, many of which require fluency in Italian, ensuring that you settle in quickly.
Visa and Immigration Assistance
Whether you are planning a short-term stay or a more permanent relocation to Italy, we will guide you through every step of the visa and immigration process. This includes reviewing your paperwork to ensure you meet all the legal requirements, providing translation and interpreting services, arranging appointments with the relevant authorities, and assisting you in navigating the local “Questura” (immigration office) in Italy.
General visa information for Italy
Short-Term Stay (under 90 Days)
No visa is needed for tourism, business or study purposes.
Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your stay.
The ETIAS system will begin in late 2026, with a six-month grace period.
Long-term stays (over 90 days)
Apply for a visa at your Italian consulate at least three months in advance.
Common visa requirements:
Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond your stay) and birth certificate.
Proof of income (bank statements, payslips, tax returns).
Private health insurance for the Schengen Area
Proof of accommodation (rental agreement, hotel booking, or host letter).
Common Visa types
Student, family reunification and elective residency
Work visas, including Blue Card and self-employed options (freelancer, digital nomad, startup)
Investment or medical treatment visas
We also help prepare supporting documents for Visa applications, help you with the "Nulla Osta" (no impediment letter) required for work, family reunification and investment visas, and take care of the relevant certified translations.
Key steps on your arrivalStaying less than 90 days in private housing?
File a “Dichiarazione di Presenza” (statement of presence) with the local “Questura” (police immigration office) within 8 days.
Staying more than 90 days?
Apply for “Permesso di Soggiorno” within 8 business days.
Get your “Codice Fiscale” (similar to SSN).
Register your address at “Anagrafe” (vital statistics office) within 20 days.
Key steps to settle-in
Getting your “permesso di soggiorno” (Residency permit)
Enrolling in the Italian Healthcare system and choosing a local doctor
Getting your “code fiscale” (similar to SSN), SIM card and ID card
Making appointments, filling in forms and translating documents
Setting up a bank account and assisting with driver’s license and car registration
Setting up utilities (gas, water, electricity and internet)
We will walk you through each of these steps, or handle them for you.
Book a free 15–20 minute call to talk about your plans and how we can help.
No pressure, just friendly, expert advice.
Need help finding housing or preparing your new home in Tuscany?
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
e-mail: [email protected]
Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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Housing and Settling-in Assistance in Tuscany
Do you need help finding your temporary or long-term Tuscan home or to settle into Florence life? We assist with house hunting and home setup.
We help individuals, families, remote workers, and retirees move to Florence and Tuscany by providing practical, bilingual assistance, both remotely and in person.
We act as your go-between helping you to understand and manage practical, everyday life in Italy and bridging the gap between the services you may hire (realtors, movers, etc.) and the reality of settling in, which can be especially challenging if you don’t speak the language.
Housing & Home Setup
Although we are not real estate agents, we can help you with every step of the housing process:
Assisting with home searches and appointment scheduling
Attend viewings with you or on your behalf (with video tours).
Review and translate rental and purchase agreements, and accompany you to sign them.
Liaise with landlords, contractors or agencies
Oversee move-in preparations
Set up utilities (gas, electricity, water and internet).
Purchase essential household items and stock your fridge before your arrival.
Concierge-Style Bilingual Services
We offer concierge-style bilingual services built around your needs, including:
Booking and attending in-person or video appointments with/for you
Acting as your personal English-Italian interpreter at meetings with real estate agents, doctors, notaries, and public office staff
Explaining contracts, procedures, and unfamiliar Italian documents
Making calls, sending emails, and filling out forms in Italian
Providing real-time support during bureaucratic or service-related interactions
Ready to settle into life in Italy?
Contact us to book a free 15–20 minute call to discuss your needs and how we can help.
No pressure, just friendly, expert advice.
Do you need help with visa paperwork or official documents?
Do you need the certified translation of an official document?
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
e-mail: [email protected]
Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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About your team of personal legal translators and bilingual relocation assistants in Florence, Italy.
Hello, I’m Elena Nissen Villoresi, founder of Italy-America Certified Language Services.
I was born to an American mother and an Italian father and was raised in both the US and Italy, giving me a deep connection to both countries. This bilingual, bicultural upbringing shaped not only who I am, but also the foundation of my work today. I bring more than just fluency in two languages, I know firsthand what it means to cross borders and adapt to new systems. My work is grounded in empathy, accuracy and cultural understanding.
I began my professional journey in New York City, working as an interpreter, translator and administrative professional at the Italian Chamber of Commerce, Cassa di Risparmio and the Italian Trade Commission. After moving to Florence, I joined the American multinational company Richardson Electronics, where I specialised in corporate legal translation and cross-border communication, before going freelance.
Over the past 25 years, Italy-America Certified Language Services has grown by offering legal certified translations, immigration paperwork, Italian culture coaching and practical relocation support.
My translations are sworn before the Court of Florence and I am a proud member of NETA (New England Translators Association) and MET (Mediterranean Editors and Translators).
A Handpicked Team of Experts
Over the years, I have built a trusted team of carefully selected bilingual English-Italian professionals who share my commitment to quality, confidentiality and cross-cultural sensitivity.
Each member of our team offers bilingual proficiency in both English and Italian and is deeply attuned to the nuances of working across two legal and cultural systems. Our collaborative approach enables us to handle projects of varying complexity with the same level of attention to detail and personalized care.
We are based in Florence, Italy, and work with clients across the globe, from the US and Canada to Europe and the Far East. You will work directly with me and with my carefully selected team. There are no middlemen and no misunderstandings, just personalized expert service at a fair price. Let us make your journey smoother and your documents flawless.
Get in touch via Chat, our contact form, by emailing us at [email protected] or by booking a consultation. We will then discuss your project, provide a free, no-obligation quote, and get started!
Italy-America Certified Language Services
Via Gioberti, Florence (Italy)
Office Hours: 9.00pm - 6:00pm
e-mail: [email protected]
Ph. & Whatsapp: +39 3203010648
Vat Code: IT05043940484
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Certified, notarized and sworn translations: what’s the difference?
Sworn court-certified translation (for Italy)
This kind of translation includes a formal written statement in which the translator certifies under oath before an Italian court official that the translation is a complete and faithful representation of the original official record. The document bears the signatures of the court official, as well as the seal of the Italian court.
Certified translation (for the U.S.)
This kind of translation includes a Certificate of Translation Accuracy, in which the translator states that the translation is a complete and faithful representation of the original official record. The Certificate is numbered, dated and bears the translator's signatures, address and seal.
Notarized Certified Translation
In some cases, the Certificate of Translation Accuracy also needs to be notarized. This is when the translator who translated your record signs the Certificate of Translation Accuracy in front of a notary, who verifies the translator's identity.
What is an Apostille?
A Hague Convention apostille is a standardised certificate that authenticates the signature and seal of a document issued in the country of origin making it legal also in any other country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Since both Italy and the U.S. are parties to this Convention any U.S. issued official record needs an Apostille when it is submitted in Italy.
Please note
1) Most Italian consulates in the U.S. do not require Apostilles or naturalization documents to be translated while others require that all documents be translated into Italian. Please check with your consulate.
2) When applying at Italian municipalities or filing an appeal at the Court of Rome, all non-Italian documents must be translated.