E-invoicing in Italy

Electronic invoicing in Italy is mandatory for all companies in any type of transaction, whether with public bodies or with other private companies.

Italy

Shipping method

  • SdI

Invoice format

  • FatturaPA (XML)

Compulsory sending

  • B2G
  • B2B
  • B2C

Legislation:

  • January 2021: Obligation to submit cross-border invoices directly to the SDI.
  • January 2019: Mandatory use of electronic invoicing for all transactions between private companies. Also for transactions between companies and final consumers (B2C).
  • June 2014: Obligation to use electronic invoicing for transactions with the Public Administration.