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Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign nationals buying property in Italy, provided their home country has a reciprocal agreement (which includes the UK, US, EU, Canada, Australia, and most other countries). You will need an Italian tax code (codice fiscale) and a local bank account to complete the purchase.

Italy offers a flat tax regime for new residents. The main options include: a €100,000/year flat tax on all foreign income (with €25,000 per additional family member), and a 7% flat tax for retirees moving to smaller municipalities in Southern Italy. These regimes can last up to 15 years.

Total acquisition costs typically range from 10–15% on top of the purchase price. This includes registration tax (2% for primary residence, 9% for second home), notary fees (1–2.5%), agent commission (3–4% + VAT), and technical surveys. VAT at 10% replaces registration tax when buying from a developer.

It depends on your priorities. Tuscany offers the classic countryside experience with strong rental yields. Puglia provides the best value — masserias and coastal properties at 40–60% less than Tuscany. Liguria gives you the Italian Riviera close to France. Sardinia offers pristine beaches. Umbria is Tuscany without the premium.

Owning property alone does not grant residency rights. For non-EU citizens, options include the Elective Residency Visa (passive income required), the Golden Visa (minimum €250,000 startup investment), or the Digital Nomad Visa. We map each option to your situation before you commit.

A typical purchase takes 8–12 weeks: formal offer (proposta d'acquisto), preliminary contract (compromesso) with 10–30% deposit, due diligence, and final deed (rogito) at the notary. With the right advisory, this can be streamlined significantly.