1. What is it?
The Codice Fiscale is an alphanumeric code issued by the Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate) to identify individuals (Italian or foreign) in their interactions with public administrations, private entities, and Italian institutions. For individuals, the tax code is generated based on personal identification data.
2. What is it used for?
The Codice Fiscale is required for any administrative obligation (such as payment of taxes, duties, fees, etc.) or contractual activity (such as inheritance acceptance, agreements with public or private entities, loan applications, sponsorships, real estate rentals, or leases, etc.).
3. How to apply
Italian Citizens Residing Abroad
Italian citizens residing abroad can request a Codice Fiscale through the Consular Office or directly from any Agenzia delle Entrate office in Italy, in accordance with Article 1 of the Implementing Decree of May 17, 2001, No. 281. Given the extensive network of Agenzia delle Entrate offices in Italy, individuals may also choose to apply in person when in the country.
Foreign Citizens Not Residing in Italy
Foreign citizens who are not residents in Italy can delegate a representative to submit the application form for the Codice Fiscale at one of the Agenzia delle Entrate offices in Italy.