Starting July 1, 2026, Italy simplifies VAT refunds for non-EU travelers through cumulative validation. Starting July 1, 2026, Italy will introduce a new rule that makes VAT refunds easier for non-EU travelers. According to Resolution No. 248879, issued by the Customs Agency on April 28, 2026, invoices addressed to the same buyer can now be validated cumulatively, even if the refund request is sub... Read more

Italy's simplified invoicing threshold will revert to €100 in 2027, but the MEF may adjust it as needed. Italy is making changes to its simplified invoicing system as part of a broader update to its VAT framework. The current threshold for simplified invoices is €400, introduced by a Ministerial Decree on 10 May 2019 and effective from 25 May 2019. Before that, the standard threshold was &eur... Read more

Italy has opened its electronic fees portal for EV charging operators, requiring them to register Energy Servers and begin transmitting charging receipt data to the Revenue Agency. Past receipts from January–May 2026 must be submitted by 6 August 2026, while June 2026 data follows the standard deadline of 30 July 2026. Merchants operating electric car charging stations must now begin transmitting... Read more

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all physical and virtual payment terminals monthly, even with zero transactions, until the terminal is deactivated or withdrawn.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

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

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

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