How do I get a codice fiscale for the Italy visa?
Updated · Italy guide · Not legal advice
The codice fiscale is Italy's tax code, issued by the Agenzia delle Entrate. As a foreign citizen you can request it at the Italian consulate covering where you live or at an Agenzia delle Entrate office in Italy, using form AA4/8 and your passport.
| Where | What you bring | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Italian consulate abroad | Form AA4/8, passport | Check the consulate's page for how it accepts requests |
| Agenzia delle Entrate office in Italy | Form AA4/8, passport (and visa if required) | In person |
Why you need it
The codice fiscale is used for leases, bank accounts, utility contracts and most dealings with Italian administrations. Having it early makes the registered lease required for the visa easier to sign.
Where to find the form
Form AA4/8 and instructions are on the Agenzia delle Entrate page for foreign citizens. Consulate procedures differ; check the consulate's page.
Quick answers
- How do I get a codice fiscale for the Italy visa?
- Submit form AA4/8 with your passport to the Italian consulate covering where you live or to an Agenzia delle Entrate office in Italy.
- Is there a fee for the codice fiscale?
- Check the Agenzia delle Entrate page and your consulate's page for the current procedure.
- Do I need a codice fiscale before applying?
- It is not always on the visa checklist, but you will need it for a registered lease. Check your consulate's checklist.
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Run the free checkSources
- Agenzia delle Entrate: tax identification number (codice fiscale) for foreign citizens
- Ministero degli Esteri: Visto per l'Italia (visa finder)
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