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Company type

SPA (joint-stock company)

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Short answer

The corporation for larger or investor-backed businesses, with EUR 50,000 minimum capital and heavier governance.

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Who is this for

Larger businesses, companies raising capital or planning to list, and joint ventures.

Key facts

Minimum capital
EUR 50,000. At least 25 percent of cash contributions is paid at incorporation.
Liability
limited to the shares held.
Taxation
IRES 24 percent and IRAP.
Setup
notarial deed, 2 to 4 weeks.
Governance
board of directors; a board of statutory auditors or an auditor is required, with audited accounts above thresholds.
Bookkeeping
ordinary accounting.
INPS, INAIL, Camera di Commercio
as above.
Permesso for non-EU citizens
relevant to investors under the investor path; see the investment guides.

Sources

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