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Italy is the first country in Europe that has implemented fiscalization requirements. They use hardware fiscalizaton with two types of devices: RT printer and RT server. The country has used the euro (€) as its official currency since January 1, 1999.
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Fiscalization regulations in Italy have been implemented to prevent data manipulation and to ensure the integrity, authenticity, and completeness of transactional data. The use of certified RT fiscal devices—either an RT printer or an RT server—is mandatory. These devices enable secure, direct communication between the retailer’s system and the Tax Authority’s server. As of 2025, new regulations permit the use of software-based solutions as an alternative to traditional RT fiscal devices. This ongoing transition introduces an entirely new model of fiscalization within the Italian market.
Type of fiscalization: Hardware
* The software solution instead of RT devices is introduced as a possibility, and this process is currently in progress.
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Monthly reporting required for unused payment terminals
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Author: Nikolina Basić
Italy clarified that acquirers must report all physical and virtual payment terminals monthly, even with zero transactions, until the terminal is deactivated or withdrawn. The Italian Revenue Agency has clarified rules for reporting data on physical and virtual payment terminals that are available to merchants but not used for payments. According to the FAQ, operators must send monthly reports fo... Read more
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Italy introduces simplified VAT refund validation for tax-free shopping.
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Author: Nikolina Basić
Italy will introduce simplified VAT refund validation for non-EU travellers from July 1, 2026, using the OTELLO 2.0 digital platform to allow passport-based “unique validation” of multiple tax-free invoices at once. The reform aims to reduce queues, improve interoperability between refund operators, extend the export proof deadline from four to six months, while keeping the minimum purchase thresh... Read more
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New webinar was uploaded: Recorded Webinar: Are You Audit-Ready? Retail Tax Checks in Germany, France & Italy
Tax audits are increasingly important in European retail due to high transaction volumes and evolving compliance rules. With different fiscal systems in Germany, France, and Italy, understanding audit focus areas is essential. This webinar covers key audit frameworks, differences, and practical compliance insights for retailers. Read more
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New event was created: Reminder - Join our free webinar: Are You Audit-Ready? Retail Tax Checks in Germany, France & Italy
Tax audits are becoming an increasingly important part of modern tax systems across Europe, especially in the retail sector where transaction volumes are high and compliance requirements are constantly evolving. With different fiscalization models in place across Germany, France, and Italy, understanding what authorities actually check during tax audits is essential for retailers and software pro... Read more
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Connection between cash register and payment terminal in Italy-possible exemption from fines
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Author: Nikolina Basić
Merchants in Italy may gain a 5% tolerance on penalties for payment terminal errors. An amendment proposed to reduce fines for minor discrepancies, responding to trade associations' complaints about harsh penalties. Merchants in Italt may soon benefit from a 5% tolerance on penalties for errors in connecting payment terminals with electronic cash registers. An amendment to the Fiscal Decree, anno... Read more
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See moreTax Audit in Italy
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Author: Nikolina Basić
This document is a structured legal and technical guidance report that provides a comprehensive overview of tax audits in Italy, with a strong focus on fiscalization and retail compliance. It combines legal framework analysis, procedural explanations, and practical audit steps, making it both an informative and operational reference for businesses. Read more
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Guidance of the connection between the instruments of electronic payment and POS - RT (IT)
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This is a new Operational Guide published by the Italian Revenue Agency, outlining the mandatory connection between electronic payment instruments and tools used for the electronic certification and transmission of daily receipts (RT—telematic recorders). Read more
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Guidance of the connection between the instruments of electronic payment and POS - RT (EN)
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This is a new Operational Guide published by the Italian Revenue Agency, outlining the mandatory connection between electronic payment instruments and tools used for the electronic certification and transmission of daily receipts (RT—telematic recorders). Read more
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S4FiscalBackoffice Patch
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S4F backoffice installer
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Layouts of the commercial documents and examples
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The document provides standard and compact layouts for commercial documents such as receipts, returns, and cancellations, in compliance with Italian fiscal requirements. It illustrates the structure of sales or service documents, including mandatory fields like VAT rates, totals, lottery codes, document hashes, and two-dimensional codes for traceability. Specific rules apply for payments entirely in cash, including mandatory rounding adjustments displayed as “Discount to pay” or “Arro. DL N.50/2017.” Read more
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