Codice fiscale

The Codice Fiscale is an alphanumeric code that is used to identify Italian and foreign citizens that reside in Italy. The Codice Fiscale is essential for obtaining a residence permit, to register for the National Health Service, to rent an apartment, to request a telephone line/mobile SIM card, to open a bank account, etc.

To obtain the Codice Fiscale you must download and fill out the relevant form (AA4/8) and bring it in person to any local Revenue Agency office.   

You can download the AA4/8 form in Italian, English, Spanish, French, German and Slovenian.

Along with the completed AA4/8 form, European Union Citizens will also need to bring a valid identification document (identity card or passport).

Non EU Citizens

If you are a NON-EU Citizen, in order to obtain your Codice Fiscale you must also bring one of the following documents:

• a valid passport with visa (if required), or any other document accepted by the Italian authorities
• a certificate of identity issued by the Italian diplomatic or consular authorities of the Country of nationality (with photo)
• a valid residence permit (permesso di soggiorno)
• an ID card issued by the municipality of residence in Italy.

Non-EU citizens must also prove that they have the right to stay, even temporarily, in Italy.

In any case, the Codice Fiscale is issued immediately and free of charge.

In case of incorrect data showed on the Codice Fiscale, you must require a replacement by going to any Italian Revenue Agency office with a valid identification document.

You can request a duplicate of the Codice Fiscale by filling the request online.

As an alternative, you can request it directly to a territorial office of the Italian Revenue Agency.

For more information about the Codice Fiscale you can visit the Italian Revenue Agency website. 

You can book an appointment with Italian Revenue Agency here: Book an appointment .