Tax on Capital Gains for Individuals – Disposals of Shareholdings
Background – Taxation of Gains and Losses The disposal of shareholdings (e.g., shares or equity interests in companies) in Italy may trigger a charge to Italian tax on any capital gain under the Italian Tax Code (DPR 917/1986). The tax treatment differs significantly based on the percentage interest in the company and Italian tax residency […]
The Regime Forfettario – Flat Rate Tax Regime for Freelance Businesses
Introduction A special tax scheme (Regime Forfettario) offers a flat rate of tax on gross income for taxpayers looking to get themselves registered for VAT in Italy and carry on a self-employed business or profession. The various schemes for small taxpayers (the Regime dei Minimi/Regime Forfettario) have seen a number of changes over the years and […]