What is a Registered Office in Italy?
In Italy, every company must have a registered office, known as the “sede legale”. This is the company’s official address for corporate records, legal notices, tax communications and formal correspondence.
The registered office is different from an operational office. A company may have its legal address in Milan while carrying out its day-to-day activities elsewhere, provided this is compatible with its business activity and any sector-specific requirements.
Who Needs a Registered Office in Italy?
- Foreign entrepreneurs incorporating an Italian company
- Italian companies transferring their registered office to Milan
- EU or non-EU shareholders and directors who live abroad
- International groups establishing an Italian subsidiary
- Companies that do not require a permanent operational office in Milan
Do I Need a Physical Office in Italy?
Not necessarily.
For many companies, the registered office is the official legal address, while business activities may be carried out elsewhere or remotely.
A separate operational premises may nevertheless be required for certain regulated or licensed activities. This depends on the company’s actual business activity and should be verified with the relevant professional or authority.
What Our Registered Office Service Includes
Registered office address in Milan
Use Via G.B. Pergolesi 2, 20124 Milan as the company’s registered office, subject to activation of the service.
Mail reception and management
We receive ordinary correspondence, registered letters and official communications addressed to the company.
Scanning and email notification
Incoming correspondence can be scanned and sent electronically according to the service terms.
Storage of original documents
Original correspondence is retained for the period provided by our service conditions.
Physical forwarding on request
Original documents can be forwarded when required. Shipping costs and the applicable handling fee are charged separately.
Administrative support
We provide practical information concerning the registered office service and the management of correspondence.
What Does the Notary Need?
When incorporating a new Italian company or transferring an existing company to Milan, the notary normally needs the exact registered office address and evidence that the company is entitled to use it.
After the service has been correctly activated, Sede Milano provides the contractual documentation relating to the registered office.
Via G.B. Pergolesi 2
20124 Milan (MI)
Italy
Registered Office vs Virtual Office
Registered Office
The official legal address recorded in the company’s corporate and Chamber of Commerce records.
Virtual Office
A broader commercial concept that may include postal address services, mail handling and other office-related services.
Sede Milano’s core service is the registered office and corporate domiciliation service, rather than the rental of a physical operational office.
Transparent Pricing
Annual plan
€69 / month + VAT — billed annually.
Quarterly plan
€75 / month + VAT — billed quarterly.
Monthly plan
From €79 / month + VAT, according to the available plan.
Payment and activation are completed through the official online payment process. The registered office service is considered activated only after the order and payment have been successfully verified.
Activate nowCan a Foreigner Open a Company in Italy?
In many cases, foreign nationals can establish or participate in an Italian company, including an SRL. The exact requirements depend on factors such as citizenship, company structure, tax position and the type of business activity.
A registered office service provides the company with its legal address, but it does not replace legal, tax, accounting or notarial advice concerning the incorporation or operation of the company.
Read the guide: Open a company in Italy as a foreigner.
FAQ
Do I need to live in Italy?
No. The registered office service can be used by companies whose directors or shareholders live abroad.
Do I need a physical office in Italy?
Not always. Many companies only require a registered office. A separate operational premises may be necessary depending on the business activity or licensing requirements.
Can the address be used for company registration?
The address is provided as a registered office address once the service has been correctly activated. The notary or professional handling the incorporation or transfer should verify the specific documentation required for the individual case.
Can I use the address for VAT purposes?
The registered office may form part of the company’s official tax and corporate records. VAT registration requirements depend on the company structure and tax position, so the specific setup should be confirmed with the company’s tax adviser.
Is the address a real business location?
Yes. Sede Milano operates from Via G.B. Pergolesi 2 in Milan and manages corporate correspondence at that address.
What happens when mail arrives?
Incoming correspondence is received and managed according to the subscribed service. Scanning and electronic notification are included where provided by the plan, while physical forwarding can be requested separately.
How quickly can the service be activated?
Activation can be completed quickly once the required information and payment have been successfully received and verified.
What does my notary need?
The notary normally requires the exact registered office address and documentation showing the company’s right to use it. Sede Milano provides the relevant contractual documentation after activation.
Online activation, clear pricing, and professional mail management in Milan.
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