Italy uses the EU customs framework with AIDA (Automazione Integrata Dogane Accise) as its national customs system. Italy is a major EU import hub particularly for fashion, luxury goods, and Mediterranean food products.
Italian Customs
- AIDA — Italian electronic customs system
- Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) administers customs
- EU SAD document for imports
- Key ports: Genoa, La Spezia, Gioia Tauro (transhipment hub)
Italian/EU Duty and VAT
EU Common Customs Tariff. Italian import VAT (IVA): 22% standard, 10% food, 4% essential goods. Simplified deferred payment system for AEO-status importers.
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AIDA (Automazione Integrata Dogane Accise) operated by Agenzia delle Dogane. Uses EU Single Administrative Document. Import VAT (IVA) is 22% standard rate.