Italy maintains full property ownership rights for foreign buyers, with no restrictions regardless of EU or non-EU status according to current legislation. You will need to obtain an Italian tax code (codice fiscale) to complete the purchase, and while property ownership does not grant automatic residency or citizenship, the transaction process itself is straightforward and legally protected under Italian...

Short-term rental of Italian property is fully permitted, but the regulatory landscape is shifting rapidly and varies by region. Rules on Airbnb-style tourist lets have tightened in 2025, with regional governments increasingly imposing licensing requirements, occupancy limits, and registration obligations that owners must meet before listing a property. In our experience, buyers who plan to generate...

Buying property in Italy through a company is entirely possible, and many international buyers use this structure for tax planning, liability management, or portfolio consolidation. Both Italian companies and foreign corporate entities can legally acquire Italian real estate, though the process involves additional documentation and notarial requirements compared to a personal purchase. The right structure...