Inheriting Property in Italy: What You Need to Know

Inheriting property in Italy involves navigating a specific set of legal and bureaucratic steps, especially for those living abroad. From how Italian inheritance law determines property succession with or without a will, to what’s required to properly transfer ownership, there are important rules to understand. Foreign and domestic heirs alike may need to obtain an Italian tax code, register the property within set deadlines, and be prepared for potential inheritance taxes. Knowing what to expect when taking ownership of a home or apartment in Italy can help avoid complications and ensure everything is handled according to Italian legal requirements. In this episode of the Italian Real Estate Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about how inheritance works in Italy and what steps are involved in managing inherited real estate.For help with buying a home in Italy, and more information about Italian Real Estate Lawyers visit IREL's website:https://ItalianRealEstateLawyers.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team, you can use the contact form on the Italian Real Estate Lawyers website: https://italianrealestatelawyers.com/contact-us/Also to see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual citizen check out his YouTube channel and website:http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#studyinitaly #movetoitaly #studyabroad Topics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:45 - What happens when you inherit property from a deceased individual in Italy?3:54 - What rules are applied in an international property succession?4:37 - What are the next steps after you find out about the inheritance?6:49 - How can a foreigner get an Italian tax code in order to go through the process?8:55 - Paying property taxes in Italy10:03 - How can you sell the inherited property?12:07 - Closing Thoughts & Outro