What is bollo auto in Italy?

Bollo auto is the annual car ownership tax in Italy. It is calculated based on the vehicle’s engine power, emissions class, and the region where the car is registered.

Who has to pay bollo auto?

All car owners in Italy must pay bollo auto, including foreign residents with vehicles registered in Italy. Motorcycles over 50cc and company vehicles are also subject to the tax.

How do you pay bollo auto in Italy?

Bollo auto can be paid online through ACI or the regional tax portal, via PagoPA, at post offices, banks, or at local tobacconists (tabacchi).

When is bollo auto due?

Bollo auto is due annually by the end of the month following the vehicle’s registration anniversary. Late payments incur penalties and interest.

What’s Bollo Auto and How to Pay It

If you own a car in Italy, you’ll quickly hear about the bollo auto. Also know simply as bollo, it’s a regional tax linked to vehicle ownership, and missing it can lead to hefty fines.

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What is Bollo Auto?

Bollo auto is the annual car tax paid by vehicle owners in Italy. It is based on:

Engine power (kilowatts)
Environmental category (Euro 3, Euro 6, etc.)
The region where the car is registered

Unlike insurance, which is tied to use, the bollo applies simply because you own the vehicle. Even if you don’t drive it, you must pay.

Who Pays Bollo Auto?

Car owners – Italian citizens and foreigners alike.
Motorcycle owners – Mopeds and scooters under 50cc are exempt, but larger engines require payment.
Company vehicles – Businesses must pay bollo for their fleets.

How to Check How Much You Owe

The amount changes depending on the car and the region. You can calculate it by:

Visiting the ACI (Automobile Club d’Italia) website (link at the bottom of the article)
Using your license plate number on your regional tax portal
Asking at a local tabacchi or post office

How to Pay Bollo Auto

There are several options:

Online – Through ACI, your regional website, or the pagoBollo service.
PagoPA – The digital platform used for Italian public payments.
Banks and Post Offices – Using F24 or bollettino slips.
Tabacchi shops – Many tobacconists offer payment services with immediate receipt.

Payments can be done annually, and you’ll usually get a reminder when it’s due.

Deadlines

Bollo auto is generally due by the end of the month following your vehicle’s registration anniversary.

Example: if you bought your car in April, your bollo is due by May 31 each year.

If you forget, you can pay late with penalties (ravvedimento operoso), but the longer you wait, the higher the fine.

Penalties for Non-Payment

Unpaid bollo leads to:

Late fees and daily interest
Administrative fines from the regional tax office
In extreme cases, enforcement by Equitalia (the collection agency)

Bollo auto is a fundamental part of car ownership. Check your region’s website or ACI to avoid missing deadlines.

Useful Links:

• Regione Marche – Residents in Le Marche can pay online here

• ACI website (Bollo Auto Portal) – This is for the whole Italian territory

For related reading, see our guide on How to Pay Bills in Italy.