The death of a U.S. citizen, whether resident or tourist in Italy, should be reported to the nearest Embassy or consulate so that a Report of Death of a U.S. Citizen Abroad can be issued. This document is necessary to settle legal and estate matters in the United States.

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at: https://it.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/

If you would like to speak to someone directly regarding the death of a U.S. citizen in Italy, call the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate:

Rome and Florence: 06-46741
From the U.S. 011-39-06-46741

Milan: 02-290351
From the U.S. 011-39-02-290351

Naples: 081-583-8111
From the U.S. 011-39-081-583-8111

The Embassy or nearest consulate can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Italy. However, funeral homes in Italy are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout Italy. Information specific to each location is provided on the Embassy website at https://it.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://it.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .