https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Italy in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed If you’re an American in Italy, paying taxes can be incredibly confusing. Here are some articles that will help you sort out who, when and how to pay (and where you might be able to save). https://www.thelocal.it/20260410/tax-season-four-essential-articles-to-read-for-us-citizens-in-italy Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:29:17 +0200 tax-season-four-essential-articles-to-read-for-us-citizens-in-italy Navigating tax matters is no easy feat for an international resident in Italy, but things are more complex for American nationals. https://www.thelocal.it/20241120/5-tax-mistakes-americans-in-italy-should-avoid Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:18:38 +0100 5-tax-mistakes-americans-in-italy-should-avoid Taxation in Italy is famously complex, often creating confusion about who's liable to pay taxes in the country and who isn't. But how do Italian authorities actually decide if you’re a tax resident? https://www.thelocal.it/20240917/how-does-italy-decide-if-im-a-tax-resident-in-the-country Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:22:20 +0200 how-does-italy-decide-if-im-a-tax-resident-in-the-country In 2019, Italy introduced a little-known seven-percent flat tax regime to encourage pensioners living abroad to relocate. Can you still take advantage of the scheme in 2026? https://www.thelocal.it/20260128/is-italys-flat-tax-rate-for-pensioners-still-available-in-2026 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:29:49 +0100 is-italys-flat-tax-rate-for-pensioners-still-available-in-2026 Keeping track of Italy's tax deadlines is a challenge for the most organised of individuals. Here are the key dates to keep in mind for next year. https://www.thelocal.it/20251210/key-dates-the-2026-italian-tax-deadlines-to-remember Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:47:47 +0100 key-dates-the-2026-italian-tax-deadlines-to-remember Italy's Senate was set to vote on next year's budget on December 23rd as the government made a last-minute amendment worth €3.5 billion, with significant changes to infrastructure spending and pensions. https://www.thelocal.it/20251217/italy-delays-messina-bridge-funds-ahead-of-vote-on-budget Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:33:06 +0100 italy-delays-messina-bridge-funds-ahead-of-vote-on-budget A planned increase to taxes on short-term rental income that was due to take effect next year is expected to be shelved, Italian media reported on Friday. https://www.thelocal.it/20251212/budget-2026-italy-to-scrap-short-term-rental-tax-hike Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:37:15 +0100 budget-2026-italy-to-scrap-short-term-rental-tax-hike As Italy plans to hike a contested flat tax on foreign income, we look at how many people already use it – and how things could change. https://www.thelocal.it/20251201/how-many-people-use-italys-flat-tax-for-wealthy-new-residents Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:19:38 +0100 how-many-people-use-italys-flat-tax-for-wealthy-new-residents Your complete guide to registering for VAT as a freelancer in Italy, from the basics of getting your code to invoicing and the benefits you can claim. https://www.thelocal.it/20251113/explained-everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-italys-partita-iva Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:20:40 +0100 explained-everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-italys-partita-iva As the Italian government moves to hike a contested flat tax on foreign income for wealthy new residents, here’s how the scheme works – and who can take advantage of it. https://www.thelocal.it/20251114/cr7-rule-what-is-italys-flat-tax-for-wealthy-foreign-residents Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:50:59 +0100 cr7-rule-what-is-italys-flat-tax-for-wealthy-foreign-residents A contested flat tax on foreign income for high earners relocating to Italy could increase by 50 percent next year as part of measures to fund the country’s budget plan. https://www.thelocal.it/20251027/italy-plans-to-raise-flat-tax-for-wealthy-foreign-residents-by-50-percent Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:22:53 +0100 italy-plans-to-raise-flat-tax-for-wealthy-foreign-residents-by-50-percent As Italy emerges as one of Europe's top destinations for the super-rich, generous tax breaks are just one of the factors driving the trend. https://www.thelocal.it/20250915/why-are-so-many-millionaires-now-moving-to-italy Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:47:38 +0200 why-are-so-many-millionaires-now-moving-to-italy Italian taxes are notoriously difficult to navigate, which is why many choose to turn to a 'commercialista' for help. But how much can you expect to pay for their services? https://www.thelocal.it/20250807/how-much-should-you-pay-your-italian-accountant-to-do-your-taxes Thu, 07 Aug 2025 17:20:58 +0200 how-much-should-you-pay-your-italian-accountant-to-do-your-taxes If you dread the prospect of tackling Italian paperwork, you could follow the example of many Italians and call in a professional. But who should you hire and what exactly can they help you with? https://www.thelocal.it/20250908/commercialista-notaio-or-avvocato-who-should-you-turn-to-for-help-in-italy Mon, 08 Sep 2025 18:47:31 +0200 commercialista-notaio-or-avvocato-who-should-you-turn-to-for-help-in-italy Most home sales in Italy don’t incur tax at all, but if you meet certain criteria you could be facing a big bill. https://www.thelocal.it/20250829/what-taxes-do-you-pay-on-property-sales-in-italy Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:47:20 +0200 what-taxes-do-you-pay-on-property-sales-in-italy Living in Italy means you’ll have to file and pay taxes in the country. But what are the penalties if you miss the yearly tax return deadline? https://www.thelocal.it/20240405/what-happens-if-you-miss-your-italian-tax-return-deadline Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:52:56 +0200 what-happens-if-you-miss-your-italian-tax-return-deadline From filing deadlines to rules on foreign income, bank accounts and second homes, here's what you need to know about Italy's tax system in 2025. https://www.thelocal.it/20250507/the-bumper-italian-tax-guide-for-2025 Wed, 07 May 2025 16:08:43 +0200 the-bumper-italian-tax-guide-for-2025 Italy’s tax season begins in mid-June, with the first deadline affecting owners of a second home or luxury residence in the country. https://www.thelocal.it/20250609/key-tax-deadline-nears-for-second-home-owners-in-italy Mon, 09 Jun 2025 17:03:57 +0200 key-tax-deadline-nears-for-second-home-owners-in-italy Italy's main property tax is a frequent source of confusion for homeowners, as the rules on which types of residences it applies to have changed multiple times over the years. Here's a detailed look at who exactly has to pay IMU. https://www.thelocal.it/20240614/imu-who-has-to-pay-italys-property-tax Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:24:29 +0200 imu-who-has-to-pay-italys-property-tax A special bilateral agreement means that American freelancers can usually lower their tax bills by paying Social Security in the US instead of Italy. But exactly how can you take advantage of it? https://www.thelocal.it/20240913/how-to-lower-your-social-security-bill-as-an-american-freelancer-in-italy Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:05:25 +0200 how-to-lower-your-social-security-bill-as-an-american-freelancer-in-italy