A: In order to obtain a VAT identification number, entrepreneurs for which registration in the Business register is compulsory must complete and submit a Declaration of commencement of activity with the e-form Comunicazione unica:

https://www.registroimprese.it/comunicazione-unica-d-impresa

If enrolment in the Business register is not required, the Declaration of commencement of activity shall be submitted directly to the Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate), who will then issue a VAT number.

More detailed information, as well as the application form, are available at the following webpage (in English):

https://www.agenziaentrate.gov.it/portale/web/english/vat-registration-in-italy

 

Last update 22/02/2023