Expat
Why moving (or returning) to Italy is worthwhile
Italy currently offers attractive tax benefits for individuals and professionals who aim to:
- relocate permanently while benefiting from reduced taxation;
- return from abroad by accessing favorable tax regimes;
- work remotely or in smart working mode;
- invest capital with effective protection tools;
- enjoy retirement in a safe and well-served environment;
- optimize taxation on foreign income;
- plan inheritance and manage personal wealth;
- access advantageous tax treatment for newcomers or returnees.
In addition to its rich cultural heritage, enviable lifestyle, mild climate, and efficient healthcare system, Italy presents itself as a fiscally beneficial opportunity.
Main tax regimes for foreigners and returnees
New Resident Regime (Flat Tax HNWI – €200,000)
Lump-sum tax on foreign income, exemption from tax monitoring obligations and wealth taxes.
Returnee Regime
50% reduction on taxable income from employment.
7% Flat Tax for Foreign Pensioners
Favorable taxation on foreign income for those relocating to selected Southern Italian municipalities.
Investor Visa
Residence permit and EU market access for non-EU investors carrying out significant operations in Italy.
Benefits for International-Level Professors and Researchers
Specific paths for Italians wishing to return and reestablish their careers in Italy with significant tax benefits.
Want to know which benefit applies to you?
Main numbers
Foreign capital attracted
Most attractive country in the EU (fDi Report 2023)
Of foreign-controlled companies believe the country’s attractiveness will increase or remain stable (EY Attractiveness Survey Italy 2023)
For number of foreign-owned companies in the manufacturing sector among EU countries (Eurostat, 2022)
How we can help you
Thanks to a multidisciplinary team of tax consultants, lawyers, and wealth planning professionals, we offer a complete and tailored service:
EXPAT Advisory
- Tax residence analysis and international taxation
- Access to flat tax and returnee regime
- VAT number activation support
- Accounting, tax filing, and monitoring
Returning to Italy
- Access to the returnee regime for Italians
- Optimization of income and foreign assets ahead of return
- Supplementary tax returns and compliance
