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Roaming in Italy

Time Zone	GMT+1
Telephone Use	Italy’s country code is 39. Making international calls from Italy - 00+area code+ telephone number. Making calls inside Italy - Italian area code+number For instance, Rome is 06. 06+number. In Italy, the 0 is always used even when placing calls from other countries to Italy. Emergency Numbers: European Emergency Number 122 Police 112 First Aid 118 Car Breakdown 16 General Info in English 4176
Local SIM Card	SIM cards can be topped up at most convenience stores. Just look for your logo on the shop door or window. Set up an account prior to departure online and buy top up minutes there as well. Don’t forget to take the provider information which was sent to you with your SIM card. You might need the toll free number.
Money	Like most of Europe, Italy’s currency is the Euro. Change money at cambio/change kiosks but for a better rate use your ATM card. Credit cards are readily accepted but do ask in small shops prior to purchasing.
Electrical	Italy uses 220V. Unless your electronics have built in convertors, you will a convertor along with two kinds of adaptors. There are two types of prongs used on plugs in Italy. One for small electronics and one for larger ones. While it is possible to find convertors and adaptors in Rome or larger cities, it is wise to purchase these prior to departure. Not only will you be prepared, but the price will be much less buying online. Do not buy these at the airport as they are the most expensive there.