No. The codice fiscale is purely an identification number and creates no tax obligation. You are only subject to Italian taxes if you are an Italian tax resident, earn Italian income, or own qualifying Italian assets.

A limited power of attorney (procura speciale) authorises us to act on your behalf for one specific purpose only: obtaining your codice fiscale. It gives us no authority over your finances, property, or anything else. We provide all documents for your review before you sign anything. Although we do not charge extra for the power of attorney, you can expect our local notery to charge you a fee as well as the cost of the appostile.

Standard turnaround is 5–10 business days from when we receive your completed documentation. If you have an urgent deadline — such as an imminent property transaction — please email us before submitting so we can assess your situation.

No. Once issued, your codice fiscale is valid for life and never needs to be renewed. The only exception is if you legally change your name, which may require an updated code in some circumstances.

If you previously lived or worked in Italy, a code may already have been assigned to you. You can verify through the official Agenzia delle Entrate tool online. If you've lost your certificate, we can obtain a duplicate — same process, no entry stamp or visa needed for duplicates.

Yes. Apply through us as normal. We work directly with the Italian Tax Office and your stalled consulate application won't interfere. Many of our clients come to us precisely because their consulate was unresponsive.

The codice fiscale is determined by your place of birth, not your citizenship. If your name is the same on both passports, either works — though an EU passport generally streamlines the process. If your names differ between passports, contact us for advice first.