Question: I’ve been living in Italy for six years but I only applied for official residence status last year. I would like to find out after how long can a foreigner living in Italy apply for the EC long-term residence permit (Carta di Soggiono). I know that in the past one was required to have been a resident for at least five years. But now someone has told me that this is no longer a requirement. Is it true? Thanks.

Question: Hi! I’m a Nigerian professional nurse living in Nigeria. I’ve never been to Italy. I’ve seen that there is a Quota Agreement allowing foreign workers to come to Italy for work. Can I use it to come there for work? Thanks.

Question: Hi! Two weeks ago I applied for authorization to work so that I can convert my student permit into subordinate work permit. So far I haven’t received any reply. What should I do?

Question: I’m married to an Italian man who has a criminal record. Since I now qualify to apply for Italian citizenship, will my application be rejected because my husband has a criminal record? Thanks.