Company Registration in Italy- 100% Digital Process

Yes, foreigners can easily start a company in Italy because there are no such restrictions as of 2026. You can simply register a business and manage it from Italy or abroad based on your business activity. All you have to do is have a legal business address and name with mandatory documents for submission.

No, you don’t need to be an Italy or EU-based resident to register a company as a non-EU/EEA founder because you can own 100% of your entity as of 2026 for most industry sectors. While some regulated sectors do require management from Italy, most businesses can be run from a remote location based on the type of activity.

Just keep your passport copy, residential address, identification of the local representative (if you have any), digital signature, Italian tax code for all shareholders & directors, articles of association, deed of incorporation, full details on the company’s management & shareholders, and proof of capital deposit.

Your capital depends on the type of company incorporation; for example, if you’re a traditional SRL and your fund is less than EUR 10,000, then you need to deposit the capital upfront.

• Joint stock companies: EUR 50,000.
• Simplified SRL: EUR 1 to 9,999.

The entire timeline, including your Italian tax code, preparing incorporation paperwork, signing the deed, and filing the application with the Business Register, will take at least 1 to 2 weeks. The timeframe excludes apostille and translations required by foreign founders, which may extend the time by 1- 2 weeks.

You can expect anywhere between EUR 1,500 and EUR 3500:

• Notary: EUR 1,000 – EUR 2,500
• Registration: EUR 200 to EUR 500
• Chamber of commerce: EUR 100 to EUR 300

The above-mentioned structure doesn’t include professional assistance fees like local representation and CSP. To get a clearer estimate on your budget, book a free consultation with Enterslice today.

Yes, you need a business address in Italy if you want to register your company. Also, PO Boxes aren’t allowed, so you will need to have a proper physical office. Some popular choices are a flexi desk, virtual office, co-working space, small private office, or commercial building/land.

Yes, you must set up a corporate bank account after registration to conduct your operations, make tax payments, pay your vendors, and make salary payments. A bank account also demonstrates your AML compliance post-registration.

Yes, most non-EU-based founders go for this option when they are based outside Italy or the EU. They appoint a local representative who can complete formalities like notarization and deed execution with the authorities on their behalf. With Enterslice, remote business setup in Italy is a charm.

Once you have established your company and started operations, you will have to pay a 24% corporate tax, 22% VAT (standard rate), 3.9% regional tax (as per your region), and a 30-35% employer contribution.

Of course, you will have to pay your annual corporate tax return, VAT filing, IRAP return submissions, financial statements, board meetings, payroll tax filings, accounting record maintenance, and event-based submissions. With Enterslice’s support, you don’t have to do this alone; we will assist you throughout your business journey.

Tech consulting, software development, management, consulting, digital marketing, advertising, professional services, online marketplaces, and related activities.

Businesses that do need a specific license or permit are insurance, financial services, investment, regulated activities, tourism, food, hotel, certain tech trading, transportation, security, import-export, and telecom.

Yes, you can hire anyone you want for your company. Just always make sure that your EU/EEA or Swiss citizens can work with a permit in Italy, but non-EU or Swiss residents will need a work permit to enter and work in the company. If you are working remotely, then permits or visas aren’t required.

Absolutely, you can change, remove, appoint, or reappoint directors or onboard new investors after Italy company formation given you provide proper information to the authority, and the said change is done as per your approved articles of association.

Yes, you can set up a branch office for your business in Italy if you already have an established business in your home country or some other foreign jurisdiction. The office will help you conduct your operations seamlessly without having you register another company as a subsidiary.