Notice to Italians in Puerto Rico, American Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands: tropical storm “Dolly”.
Atlantic Tropical Storm “Dolly”, currently moving toward the northern Caribbean islands, is expected to affect Puerto Rico and the U.S. and British Virgin Islands beginning on Sunday, August 30. Heavy rains with flash flooding, especially in rural areas, and strong wind gusts are possible. We recommend that our fellow citizens follow the local weather reports […]
Read moreConsulate General Visits George Washington Carver Middle School’s Italian Program
The Consulate General of Italy in Miami visited George Washington Carver Middle School in Coral Gables as part of its ongoing initiatives to promote Italian language and culture in schools throughout the consular jurisdiction. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to meet with students, teachers, and school administrators and to learn more about the school’s […]
Read moreColombia – Earthquake Situation Update
Notice to Italian Nationals Traveling from Miami to Colombia A 7.4‑magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, with its epicenter near San José del Palmar, in the Department of Chocó, in the western part of the country. The Colombian Government has declared a state of natural calamity. The most affected areas are Caldas, Chocó, Quindío, Risaralda, and […]
Read moreAugust 8, National Day of Sacrifice of Italian Workers in the World
On August 8, Italy observes the National Day of Sacrifice of Italian Workers Around the World, marking the anniversary of the Marcinelle mining disaster in Belgium, where in 1956, 262 miners—including 136 Italians—lost their lives at the Bois du Cazier site. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Antonio […]
Read moreCom.It.Es. Elections 2026
Elections to renew Com.It.Es. (Comitati degli Italiani all’Estero, i.e. Committees of Italians Abroad) will be held this year. Italian citizens residing abroad who submit a request will be eligible to vote. What are the elections for? They are for the renewal of Com.It.Es. (Comitati degli Italiani all’Estero, i.e. Committees of Italians Abroad). Established in 1985, […]
Read moreTermination of validity of paper identity cards for travel abroad from August 3, 2026
As of 3 August 2026, the paper version of the Italian identity card will no longer be valid for travel abroad, regardless of the expiration date indicated on the back of the document. Decree-Law No. 108 of 26 June 2026 introduced several important changes: An unexpired paper identity card may continue to be used as […]
Read moreThe Magnificent “Head of Ulysses”: From Emperor Tiberius’s Villa in Sperlonga to Miami’s Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum until July 19, 2026
The display in Miami at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum of the Head of Ulysses (1st century BC – 1st century AD), an extraordinary archaeological artifact that is particularly representative of Italy’s and Europe’s cultural identity, is drawing to a close. The exhibition, coordinated and organized by the Italian Cultural Institute of Miami, […]
Read moreICoN Scholarships 2026-2027: An Opportunity to Study Italian Language and Culture Online
ICoN Consortium Opens Applications for the 2026–2027 Academic Year The ICoN Consortium (Italian Culture on the Net) has officially opened applications for the 2026–2027 academic year, offering 3 semester-based scholarships providing partial coverage of tuition fees for the Bachelor’s Degree in Italian Language and Culture. The degree program is delivered entirely via e-learning on behalf […]
Read moreEarthquake in Venezuela: latest Updates
Following the strong earthquake recorded throughout the country, individuals are advised to exercise maximum caution, limit movements to what is strictly necessary, avoid the affected areas unless required for essential reasons, and strictly adhere to the instructions issued by local Authorities. Access to the State of La Guaira will be restricted until further notice: avoid […]
Read moreConsular Fee Schedule for the period from July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026
Below is the schedule of consular fees, covering the fees for the main services provided by the Consulate General of Italy in Miami, valid for the current quarter, as well as the Euro/U.S. dollar exchange rate. Consular Fee Schedule – Exchange Rate from July 1 to September 30, 2026 Visa Fees – Exchange Rate from […]
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