WHAT’S THE ITALIAN FISCAL CODE?
The Italian fiscal code is a unique alphanumeric sequence used to identify individuals. It is essential for accessing services provided by the Public Administration and ensuring access, just to give an example, to healthcare services within the country. Currently, this code is directly associated with the italian Health Card.
Indice dei contenuti
The Revenue Agency has made available a brief compendium containing all the necessary information and instructions for both Italian citizens and foreigners residing in Italy who wish to request the assignment of a fiscal code. This document, translated into 17 languages, can be found in the “Brochures and Infographics” section of the institutional web portal, reachable by clicking here.
The tax code consists of a sequence of 16 characters, a combination of letters and numbers, aimed at summarizing the personal details of the individual, such as surname, given name, date, and place of birth (Italian municipality or foreign country).
Click HERE to fill out the form directly for your Italian tax code (codice fiscale) request.
As already mentioned, this code is primarily used to identify individuals in dealings with public entities but especially for registration with the National Health Service and the selection of a family doctor.
Additionally, the fiscal code is required for opening a bank account, for the buying and selling of properties or a car, registering for utilities in one’s name, and generally for the registration of contracts in which one is involved, such as a lease agreement lasting more than 30 days.
The fiscal code doesn’t expire and remains valid only if issued and certified by the Revenue Agency.
HOW TO OBTAIN IT
Resident citizens receive their tax code by regular mail at their residential address. Non-resident citizens get it at the tax address provided at the time of application.
The procedure for applying for a tax code varies according to the country of origin of individuals, who may come from non-EU or EU countries.
For foreign individuals from non-EU countries, the tax code is assigned based on the purpose of their entry into Italy and is therefore linked to their residence permit.
For example, those applying for a residence permit for dependent employment or family reunification will receive a temporary tax code at the Sportello Unico per l’Immigrazione, located in every Prefecture. Later, once the residence permit is approved, they will receive the final tax code. Other individuals who apply for different types of residence permits will obtain the final tax code from the Questura.
In case the identity of two or more persons generating the same tax code is verified, the immigration office or the Questura will direct the citizen to contact one of the offices of the Revenue Office. These offices will conduct a verification and issue the final tax identification number.
For foreign individuals from EU countries, the procedure varies as they are not required to obtain a residence permit within the first three months of their arrival in Italy.
They can apply for the tax code by filling out the appropriate form called “AA4/8.” This form must be sent to one of the territorial offices of the Revenue Office and accompanied by a statement of reasons and a valid identity document, such as a passport or a recognized identity card for expatriation.
Alternatively, you can apply directly for the tax code at the Italian consulate in your home country. In addition, EU citizens can also access the National Health Service using the health card issued by their country of residence, known as TEAM (European Health Insurance Card).
The Revenue Office guide also provides specific instructions for special cases, such as irregular foreign minors, individuals seeking international protection, people with legal residence in Italy, and Ukrainian refugees. In these situations, the tax code is assigned according to the circumstances and the relevant authorities, such as the Questura or the Revenue Office.
Finally, for those who reside permanently in Italy but do not yet have a tax code, an application can be made at one of the offices of the Revenue Office by completing and signing form AA4/8 along with a valid identity document or residence permit.
OUR SERVICE
Mazza Law Firm provides assistance through a fully online procedure for the following types of applications:
- EU (European Union) citizens;
- Non-EU citizens who are legally on Italian territory.
Fill out the form below to obtain your tax code
WARNING
- If you’re applying for a child’s tax code, you will need to upload both the child’s passport and a parent’s passport;
- You will receive an official italian fiscal code certificate like this sample (not the card);
- For non-EU citizens, please provide us with your visa and entry stamp.
PRICING for delivery via email:
- € 100,00 standard delivery (within 7 – 15 business days)
