Opening a bank account makes sense if you work in Italy, visit regularly or plan to buy a house in Italy. It can be challenging, but if you know the environment and the rules it’s not so more … [more]
From 2005 we support foreign clients in Italy.
In this website we share our experience.
How-To Italy
Very practical guides
to deal in Italy.
Every Italian company has a VAT tax number (Partita IVA) on top of the company number. The two number are usually identical but this is not always the case, especially if you have upgraded your Italia… [more]
In order to buy or sell a limited company in Italy, you have to buy or sell its shares. It seems a common and reasonable rule, until you study the procedure required to transfer the shares from the se… [more]
[ This article has been first published at Tlaw.eu ] The goal of this article is to list the most popular companies used in Italy by foreign investors, and describe which one work best in each specifi… [more]
[ This article has been first published at Tlaw.eu ] Dealing in gold is a booming business and Italy is no exception. Local shops buy second hand gold and scrap gold from ordinary citizens, and whole … [more]
Company Formation
Italian companies
by type and goal.
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A limited partnership ( Società in Accomandita Semplice , SAS) is similar to a general partnership. The main difference is in the different types of partners. In a S.A.S., one partner is a gene… [more]
Many foreign companies either open a subsidiary or a branch in Italy. Difference between a Subsidiary and a Branch in Italy A subsidiary is a new company formed in Italy by the foreign company. Ther… [more]
Companies who want to expand into Italy (but want to avoid all the costs associated with incorporating a new subsidiary) can consider setting up a “Light Branch”. A Light Branch has all … [more]
The SPA Joint Stock Company is the most prestigious company in Italy, similar to the PLC in UK and the public corporation in USA. If your business requires trust more than usual, or you need to work … [more]
The SRL is the most popular company in Italy among foreign investors. If you don’t need a specific type of company, you should probably start your Italian venture with an SRL. Limited Company in… [more]
It is possible that your company requires a license or permit in order to conduct its business legally. This could be a local authorization (such us the commercial license required for gold buyers, r… [more]
[ This article has been first published at Tlaw.eu ] The goal of this article is to list the most popular companies used in Italy by foreign investors, and describe which one work best in each specifi… [more]
Business Culture
Understanding Italians
one article a time.
Keep in mind for all business meals and dinners in Italy. Dinner is a social affair- business talk is usually limited. Inviter pays for dinner, but its best to offer. Male guests will insist on payi… [more]
Presenting the best gift can always be a bit tricky. At initial meetings, gifts are not usually exchanged. This is part of business protocol in Italy. Also, you do not normally present a gift unless y… [more]
Since your workplace is now Italy, you must understand the business protocol there. This will allow you to have successful meetings and negotiations in Italy. How to Start the Meeting Meetings often s… [more]
Negotiations in Italy can be slow and time-consuming. You need to show you are very patient. If you show that a decision must be made urgently, it may be seen as a sign of weakness. Italians like to s… [more]
In Italian culture, your appearance is extremely important. How you dress reflects your success and business competence. It will command respect by Italians who are known for the tradition of bella fi… [more]
In any business setting, you must use the appropriate greeting to start off on the right foot. Italians are no different. They are formal yet enthusiastic. The correct greeting is vital to Italian bus… [more]
If you’ve never been to Italy, you should familiarize yourself with the region you intend to do business in. There is a difference between North, Central and South Italy (including Sicily). This… [more]
Italians routinely invite business partners to have a meal so that they can get to know them on a personal level. Trust in a business relationship is very important in Italian culture. They want t… [more]
Italians will do business with you if they know who you are and trust you. It is quite common to do business with family and friends. So try to use contacts and networks to introduce yourself befo… [more]
