Do I pay taxes in Italy with a digital nomad visa?

Yes, you will pay taxes in Italy with a digital nomad visa if you become an Italian tax resident. This typically happens if you spend more than 183 days in Italy within a tax year. Once you’re a tax resident, your worldwide income is subject to Italian income tax (IRPEF). Standard rates are progressive, ranging from 23% for income up to €28,000, to 43% for income over €50,000. For example, if you earn €40,000, you'd pay roughly €9,200 in IRPEF plus regional and municipal surcharges. However, there's a fantastic incentive: the "Southern Italy" (Mezzogiorno) scheme. If you relocate to one of the specified southern regions (like Sicily, Calabria, or Sardinia) and meet certain criteria, you can qualify for a 7% flat tax on your foreign-sourced income for up to 10 years. This significantly reduces your tax burden compared to standard rates. Consider your intended length of stay and preferred region. If you plan to be in Italy long-term, especially in the south, the digital nomad visa combined with the 7% flat tax can make Italy incredibly appealing from a tax perspective.