Failure to register with A.I.R.E.
The recent 2024 Budget Law, published in the Official Gazette on December 30, 2023, has provided clarity regarding the failure to register with the AIRE (Registry of Italians Residing Abroad) in case of moving abroad, imposing significant penalties for those who neglect this obligation. According to the new provisions introduced with a specific article, penalties for omitting the declaration of change of residence range from 200 to 1,000 euros for each year of non-registration. This means that those who fail to register with the AIRE are now exposed to considerable financial risks.
The obligation to register with the AIRE at the time of transfer is stipulated by Article 11 of Law No. 1128 of December 24, 1954. However, the new regulations, effective from January 1, 2024, have substantially increased the penalties, making the enforcement of these rules more stringent.
The provision aims to encourage municipalities to enforce AIRE registration by introducing new measures, such as the obligation of information exchange between state entities and automatic notification to the Revenue Agency by the municipality at the time of AIRE registration. This procedure has been implemented to ensure more effective control over individuals' adherence to the registration obligation.
Before 2024, the application of penalties for failure to register with the AIRE was rare. However, with the implementation of the new regulations, penalties are now applicable to all individuals, including minors in family units. It is crucial to emphasize that the omission of AIRE registration could lead to the formal consideration of still being resident in Italy, with all the resulting consequences. Therefore, it is strongly recommended not to delay registration to avoid such consequences and fulfill regulatory obligations promptly."
failure to register with A.I.R.E.?
The registry of Italians residing abroad is a record that keeps track of the personal and residence information of Italians living outside the national territory. This registry is managed by the AIRE (Registry of Italians Residing Abroad), which is a specific section of the Italian municipal registry.
Italians who move their residence abroad are required to register with the AIRE of the municipality of their last residence in Italy. Registration with the AIRE is mandatory and allows Italian authorities to keep the information up-to-date for Italians residing abroad. This registry serves various purposes, including administrative, consular, and safeguarding the rights of Italian citizens living outside the country.
The recorded information includes personal details such as name, surname, date and place of birth, as well as the address abroad. The AIRE facilitates communication between Italian citizens residing abroad and Italian authorities, providing a basis for consular services and serving as a useful tool for monitoring the presence of Italian citizens in different parts of the world.
Registration with the AIRE is particularly important in relation to regulations governing the change of residence and the sanctions in place for failure to register. Therefore, Italians transferring their residence abroad are encouraged to promptly complete this registration with the AIRE to avoid potential legal and administrative complications.
