IT — Italy · European Market Entry

Italy company registration, handled directly by licensed accountants.

End-to-end Italy SRL / SRLS registration, IVA tax compliance, Partita IVA and bank account setup for Chinese cross-border and outbound businesses. Delivered directly by a licensed accountant (Dottore Commercialista) team registered in Milan.

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20+ European countriesLicensed Milan accountantsEnd-to-end in your language13 years of Italian practice

Registry Brief

Legal formSRL / SRLS

RegistryRegistro Imprese

Min. capital€10,000 (25% paid up)

Timeline25–45 business days

Standard rates22% IVA · 24% IRES + IRAP

ProcessFully remote · licensed accountants

JWHELP · Italy Registry Brief● Remote-friendly

01 / Services

Choose the right structure

From company form to tax compliance, our Milan-based licensed accountants give outbound businesses a clear path into Italy.

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SRLLimited Liability Company

Italy’s most common company form: limited liability and strong credibility, ideal for long-term operations and B2B partnerships.

Minimum capital €10,000
25% paid up at setup
Limited shareholder liability
High credibility
Ideal for long-term / B2B

Key figure€10,000Service fee tailored · free consultation for a quote

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SRLSSimplified LLC

Italy’s "light-capital" company, with capital as low as €1 — low setup cost and a fast start, ideal for new sellers entering the market.

Capital from €1
Low setup cost
Fast start
Ideal for new sellers
Convertible to SRL later

Key figurefrom €1Service fee tailored · free consultation for a quote

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Tax ComplianceFull Package

Covers IVA registration, Partita IVA, OSS filing, EORI application and IRES / IRAP annual returns — handled by licensed accountants.

IVA / Partita IVA registration
EU OSS unified filing
EORI operator number
IRES / IRAP annual returns
Licensed-accountant service

Key figureIVA 22%incl. annual returns · free consultation for a quote

02 / Compare

SRL vs. SRLS, choose precisely

Both are limited liability; the difference is capital threshold, credibility and the stage they suit. The table below helps you decide quickly.

Criteria	SRL	SRLS	Best for
Minimum capital	€10,000 (25% paid up)	€1	SRLS to start
Market credibility	Highest	Medium	SRL preferred for B2B
Setup cost	Higher	Lower	SRLS if cost-sensitive
Suited stage	Long-term / scale	Startup / validation	Choose by stage
Timeline	25–45 business days	25–45 business days	—
Company tax	IRES 24% + IRAP ~3.9%	IRES 24% + IRAP ~3.9%	Same tax burden

03 / Process

Clear and transparent, every step

From first consultation to bank account — five stages, with a licensed accountant overseeing each one.

Week 1

Consultation & structure design

A licensed accountant assesses your business model, ownership and tax needs and tailors the SRL or SRLS structure and registered-address arrangements.

You providePassport scan / business description / expected revenue / ownership split

Weeks 1–2

Tax code & document prep

We obtain the Italian tax code (Codice Fiscale) for shareholders/directors and draft the deed of incorporation and articles.

Key documentsCodice Fiscale / deed / articles / notarized power of attorney

Weeks 2–3

Notarized deed & capital deposit

We sign the deed of incorporation (Atto costitutivo) at an Italian notary and deposit the capital — possible via power of attorney.

OutputDeed of incorporation / capital-deposit proof / copy of articles

Weeks 3–6

Business registration (Registro Imprese)

We file with the Business Register at the Chamber of Commerce; the company gains legal personality and a registration number and obtains its Partita IVA.

OutputBusiness registration certificate / Partita IVA / REA number

After completion

Tax compliance & ongoing filing

We complete EORI and OSS registration, and a licensed accountant provides IRES / IRAP annual returns and ongoing compliance.

OngoingEORI number / OSS registration / IRES · IRAP filing

04 / European Tax Guide

Key tax concepts explained

The Italy and EU tax concepts cross-border sellers meet most often, condensed into quick-reference entries.

VAT

Italy IVA basics

Italy’s standard IVA rate is 22%, with reduced rates of 10% / 5% / 4% on some goods. Storing FBA inventory in Italy triggers registration.

Standard 22% · Reduced 10% / 5% / 4% · FBA requires registration

OSS Filing

EU OSS one-stop filing

Ecommerce sellers can file VAT for all EU countries through OSS in a single member state; above €10,000 in annual EU sales, you charge each destination country’s rate.

EU threshold €10,000/yr · Quarterly · One window

Corporate Tax

Italy corporate tax

Italy’s corporate income tax (IRES) is 24%, plus the regional production tax IRAP (~3.9%, varying by region); the total burden combines both.

IRES 24% + IRAP ~3.9% · varies by region

Licensed Accountant

Dottore Commercialista

Italian accounting and tax filings must be signed by a licensed accountant (Dottore Commercialista). Our team practices directly in Milan, ensuring compliant filings and clear accountability.

Licensed accountant · Milan-based · Compliant filing

EORI Number

EU operator registration number

EORI is the unique identifier in the EU customs system, required for import/export clearance. An Italian company can apply after tax registration; one number works across the entire EU.

Required for clearance · EU-wide · a few business days

Tax Treaty

China–Italy tax treaty

China and Italy have a double-taxation treaty with preferential withholding on dividends, interest and royalties — using it well lowers the tax on repatriating cross-border profit.

Avoids double taxation · Preferential withholding

05 / FAQ

Clear answers to key questions

RegistrationDo I need to travel to Italy to register an SRL?
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Usually not. With a notarized power of attorney, we handle the deed signing and registration locally. You apply for the Codice Fiscale and provide certified documents — about 25–45 business days in total.
StructureShould I choose an SRL or an SRLS?
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If you’re a startup, on a limited budget or validating the market, an SRLS (capital from €1) works; if you need more credibility, B2B partnerships or long-term operations, go straight for an SRL. Both have the same tax burden — the difference is mainly capital and credibility.
TaxDo I need an IVA number to sell on Amazon Italy?
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Yes. If you store FBA inventory in Italy, you must register for Italian IVA and obtain a Partita IVA regardless of sales volume. Amazon also requires a valid tax number.
ComplianceWho handles my Italian accounting and tax filings?
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Italian accounting and tax filings must be signed by a licensed accountant (Dottore Commercialista). Our team practices directly in Milan and handles your company’s IRES / IRAP annual returns and day-to-day compliance, with clear accountability.
FeesWhat is the total cost to register an Italian company?
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The total depends on company form, capital and add-on services, and includes service fees plus notary and registration official fees. We quote transparently with no hidden costs — ask for a free consultation for a breakdown.
BankingHow do I open a bank account after registering?
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Italian banks have requirements for non-residents, usually needing a business description and verification. We help connect you with local banks and can add digital accounts like Wise or Qonto for daily operations.

06 / Contact

Start your Italy journey

Free initial consultation
30 minutes to tailor your plan

Whether you’re considering Italy for the first time or already have a company that needs compliance work, our experts give clear, actionable advice.

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LanguageEnglish · Italian · Chinese

Coverage20+ EU countries