Sampaoli & Pellacchia provides legal assistance in Italian tax law and international taxation, advising private individuals and companies on tax matters directly connected with Italy.
Our tax practice focuses on Italian direct and indirect taxation, tax planning and compliance, double taxation issues and tax disputes, particularly in cross-border scenarios involving Italy and other jurisdictions.

We assist clients who intend to relocate to Italy, invest, start a business, establish a company or carry out commercial operations in Italy, ensuring that all tax aspects are addressed in compliance with Italian tax law, EU regulations and applicable double taxation treaties.

How we assist private clients

We assist private individuals with tax matters related to Italy, particularly in cross-border situations involving foreign income, assets or residency changes.
Our services include tax planning for individuals relocating to Italy, analysis of tax residency, personal income taxation (IRPEF), and advice on the tax implications of owning real estate or other assets located in Italy.

We also assist clients in the application of double taxation treaties, ensuring proper coordination between Italian tax law and foreign tax systems, and in managing compliance obligations before the Italian Tax Authority (Agenzia delle Entrate).

Tax assistance for high-net-worth individuals relocating to Italy

We provide legal tax assistance to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) relocating to Italy or managing significant assets and interests connected with the Italian jurisdiction.
Our support is focused on the application of Italian tax law to complex personal situations, including tax residency planning, structuring of Italian and foreign income, ownership of real estate and participation in Italian or foreign companies.

We advise HNWIs on the Italian tax implications of relocation, long-term residence and investment projects involving Italy, ensuring compliance with Italian tax regulations, EU law and applicable double taxation treaties.
Our assistance is tailored to cross-border scenarios, with particular attention to the interaction between Italian tax law and foreign legal systems, as well as to the prevention of tax risks arising from multi-jurisdictional asset structures.

Where required, we also support clients in managing ongoing tax compliance obligations in Italy and in coordinating tax aspects related to future investment or succession planning involving Italian assets.

How we assist corporate clients

We provide legal tax assistance to Italian and foreign companies with business interests in Italy.
Our firm supports companies in tax matters related to company formation in Italy, including the establishment of subsidiaries, branches or permanent establishments, as well as in connection with mergers, acquisitions and commercial operations involving Italian entities.

We advise businesses on corporate income taxation (IRES), regional tax (IRAP), VAT and other indirect taxes, ensuring compliance with Italian tax law and EU regulations.
Our experience covers sectors such as tourism and hospitality (hotels, short-term rentals, agriturismi), commercial trading, manufacturing and international distribution.

Tax law and international taxation services in Italy

Tax planning related to Italy

We assist clients in lawful tax planning connected with investments, business projects and personal activities involving Italy.
Tax planning is always approached in compliance with Italian tax law and anti-avoidance rules, taking into account the structure of the client’s activities and the interaction between Italian and foreign tax systems.

International taxation and double taxation treaties

Sampaoli & Pellacchia provides legal assistance in international tax matters where Italian tax law applies in conjunction with double taxation treaties and EU tax legislation.
We advise clients on the allocation of taxing rights, prevention of double taxation and correct application of treaty provisions in cross-border situations involving Italy.

Tax compliance and advisory services

We assist individuals and companies in fulfilling their tax compliance obligations in Italy, including filings, declarations and interactions with the Italian tax authorities.
Our firm also provides written legal opinions (pareri) on Italian tax matters related to specific transactions, investments or future projects involving Italy.

Tax litigation in Italy

We provide legal representation in tax disputes before Italian Tax Courts (Commissioni Tributarie) at all levels.
Our assistance includes defence against tax assessments, penalties and audits issued by the Italian Tax Authority, as well as representation in tax litigation arising from cross-border tax issues involving Italy.

FAQ – Italian tax law and international taxation

Do you assist foreign clients with Italian tax matters?
Yes. We regularly assist foreign individuals and companies with tax issues governed by Italian law.

Is tax planning available for company formation in Italy?
Yes. We provide tax advice connected with the establishment of companies and business activities in Italy.

Do you deal with double taxation issues involving Italy?
Yes. We assist clients in the application of double taxation treaties involving Italy.

Can you represent clients in tax litigation in Italy?
Yes. We provide legal representation before Italian Tax Courts and higher jurisdictions.

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Contact Sampaoli & Pellacchia for legal assistance in Italian tax law and international taxation matters involving Italy.