This is the 2nd part of my Italian Wedding 'know how' basically I am writing all the info of procedures, guidance and tips on how to get it done with less headache as possible especially for Malaysian citizen. If you have not read the 1st version of this series than please head over to my previous post.
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Ok, where were we, yes the all important Nulla Osta. After obtaining Nulla Osta form your embassy, now it is time to deal with the local departments. If you do not speak Italian, of course it is best to do all this arrangement and meetings with your other half who I presume speak the language or with someone that do. This will make thing very easy and to avoid confusion and not to mentioned, most government departments officials do not speak English. Parlaro Italiano or come back later when you do.
Armed with your Nulla Osta (for both if both foreigners) and passport in hand and if your other half Italian he/she only need to bring Identification Card. The first agenda is to get the Nulla Osta obtained at the embassy to be endorsed by the council / state, in my case the state of Rome. You will need to go to the Procurra Della Repubblica i Tribunali to get in endorsed and you will need to pay/buy a stamp that equivalent as paying tax for the service. The stamp can be obtained at any Tabacchi around Rome that sell cigarettes and ticket for public transportation. The tax /stamp or as they call it marca da bollo should cost you around EUR16.50 for this endorsement. My advise, go early in the morning as there usually packed and there will be limited numbers of transaction per day. My experience was, the customer service was fast, efficient and even took time to wish us congratulations on the engagement.
With your Nulla Osta endorsed by the state stamped and signed at the back with the tax sticker on it, now it is for the next step which I will write about soon in the next version of this series. In the meantime below are some links and info on departments and places mentioned in this blog.
What is a Tabacchi in Italy: http://goitaly.about.com/od/italytravelglossary/g/tabacchi_def.htm
What is Procurra Della Repubblica: http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Procura_della_Repubblica
Where is Procurra Della Repubblica i Tribunali in Rome:
Foot Note: As I am writing base on my experience, my recommendation and suggestion best suited for Malaysians and (maybe) other SE Asia citizens.
Till the next one. Take care, Drive Safe,
Live. Love. Laughter
Sara A.
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