Fun fact
What is the invisible tax?
Many citizens do not know how many taxes they pay indirectly: for example, taxes on fuels, electricity, or phone top-ups. A significant part of the tax burden comes precisely from these 'hidden' forms.
How many kind of taxes there are in Italy?
According to some studies, there are over 100 different types of taxes, levies, and duties in Italy, some of which are very small but still active.
In 2021, the Italian government introduced a strange but fun way to handle the economic crisis: what was it?
The receipt lottery: it was a free national lottery launched in 2021, designed to encourage electronic payments and reduce tax evasion. Every time a citizen made a purchase with electronic payment and showed their lottery code, the receipt was recorded and became a 'ticket' to participate in the weekly or monthly draw.
How much have the italian tax burden increased since 1980 to today?
The tax burden, which represents the share of GDP taken by the State through taxes and contributions, has risen from 31.36% in 1980 to 42.6% in 2024. This increase has been influenced by rises in direct and indirect taxes and social contributions. Italy has recorded one of the highest tax burdens in the world, with a peak of 43.4% in 2005.
When was created and what is the most ancient tax in Italy?
The Romans were among the first to introduce systematic taxes, such as the tributum capitis (tax on individuals) and the tributum soli (tax on land ownership). Some modern fiscal concepts have roots in those taxes.
By how many times do you think has public debt increased since the 1980s to 2021?
It almost tripled: Italy's public debt has increased significantly since 1980, rising from about 114 billion euros to over 2,800 billion in 2023. This increase has been influenced by various factors, including high public spending, the global financial crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The debt-to-GDP ratio went from 55% in 1980 to 155% in 2021, making it one of the highest in Europe.