Why Choose This Solution
Because it is:
No need for any Italian co-obligor
Safe
Fast
Officially approved
Fully trasparent cost
Manageable entirely online
And most important: it works – every time.
The safest and faster solution to obtain VAT VIES Activation in italy
This solution provides the €50,000 VIES guarantee through a bank-issued guarantee backed by a dedicated cash deposit. Your company transfers €50,000 to a segregated account, which is frozen for the duration of the guarantee and then released if there are no tax issues.
There is no need for any Italian co-obligor or personal guarantees: the cash collateral replaces the co-obligor entirely.
This page explains everything in a simple, clear, step-by-step way:
The VIES Bank Guarantee protects Italy against:
- unpaid VAT,
- fraudulent operations,
- irregular or suspicious business behavior.
In simple terms, it’s like the tax authority saying:
“We will approve your VIES registration, but we want to be protected just in case anything goes wrong.”
How Much the VIES Bank Guarantee Costs
The VIES Bank Guarantee issued through Finanziaria Romana S.p.A. has a fixed cost:
€1,500 all-inclusive for 36 months
There are:
- no yearly fees,
- no renewal costs,
- no hidden charges.
One payment covers the entire validity period required for the VIES activation.
Why the Cost Is Fixed
The cost is fixed because:
be valid for 36 months
cover potential Italian VAT debts
protect the Italian tax authorities against non-payment or fraud risks
A simple, trasparent formula with no surprises.
How the Cash Collateral Counter-Guarantee Works
A Guarantee VAT VIES can only be issued if the applicant provides a counter-guarantee.
In this case, the chosen method is Cash Collateral — a refundable security deposit equal to the amount guaranteed.
In practical terms:
- The company transfers the required deposit to the Financial Institution.
- The deposit remains blocked for the full duration of the guarantee.
- After the 36-month period, and once the Italian Revenue Agency releases the guarantee, the entire cash collateral is refunded.
It really works like this:
- you deposit the money
- receive the VIES Bank Guarantee
- get all your money back at the end.
This eliminates any financial risk for the issuing institution, making the VIES guarantee process faster, simpler, and more predictable.
Who Can Apply for This Guarantee
This VIES Bank Guarantee is suitable for:
- non-EU companies (USA, UK, China, Switzerland, UAE, etc.)
- EU companies with no fiscal history in Italy
- Italian startups needing VAT VIES activation
- Italian fiscal representatives appointed by foreign companies
- individuals or professionals acting as fiscal representatives
It is especially relevant when the Italian Revenue Agency explicitly requires a Guarantee VAT VIES before approving a VIES registration.
Required Documents (With U.S. Equivalents)
To comply with Italian AML regulations, several documents must be provided.
If your company is based in the United States, all required equivalents already exist.
Company Documents
- Certificate of Incorporation / Articles of Incorporation / Articles of Organization
- Bylaws or Operating Agreement
- List of company directors with signatory powers
- Organizational Chart
- Beneficial Ownership Declaration / BOI Report
Administrative Documentation
- Board Resolution or Certificate of Incumbency
- Latest financial statements or most recent tax return
- Company Profile describing business activities
- Estimated turnover in Italy
- Details of your Italian fiscal representative
Personal Identification
- Passport + ID of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs)
- Passport + ID of the legal signatory (CEO / President / Managing Member)
All documents may be submitted in English.
Issuance Time
Once the following have been received:
- complete documentation
- confirmation of the chosen solution
- signed Italian forms
- cash collateral payment
The VAT VIES Guarantee is issued within:
2
WORKING DAYS
This is considered extremely fast for a VIES Bank Guarantee.
Advantages Compared to Other Solutions
Why this option is currently the most widely used:
Fast issuance
Cash collateral eliminates credit risk analysis, reduced bureaucracy, quick approval.
Always accepted by the Italian Revenue Agency
It is a true Bank Guarantee, valid and recognized 100%.
Fixed and transparent price
€1,500 for the full 36 months.
Zero risk of rejection
Finanziaria Romana S.p.A.: registered under Art. 106 TUB, supervised by the Bank of Italy since 2004, highly reputable.
Full refund of the deposit
When the guarantee ends, the entire cash collateral is returned.
Duration, Expiry, and Release
The VIES Bank Guarantee has:
- Minimum duration: 36 months
- Continuous validity: no interruptions
- Release (Svincolo): occurs only when the Italian Revenue Agency confirms the guarantee is no longer required
Once released, the financial institution refunds the full security deposit.
Step-by-Step Operational Procedure
Here’s how the process works:
Make the cash collateral bank transfer
Guarantee issuance (within 2–4 working days)
Delivery of the Guarantee VAT VIES
Compare with other VIES warranty Solutions
Below you will find a clear comparison of the other two official VIES guarantee options.
based VIES Guarantee
Requires an Italian co-obligor
For example your fiscal representative or an Italian company/director.
Fastest Issuance (3–4 Days)
A fixed €1,500 premium for the entire 36-month period — no hidden fees.
Lowest Cost on the Market
Ideal when you must activate your VIES VAT status quickly.
No Cash Deposit Required
No Cash Deposit Required — no frozen funds, no blocked capital.
No Cash Deposit Required
Avoid freezing €50,000 for 36 months — no blocked funds, no collateral needed.
Ideal for Fully Compliant Companies
Works for businesses with a clean VAT history and reliable F24 payment behaviour.
Fully Accepted by All Italian Tax Offices
A fast, sustainable insurance-based VAT guarantee with cost proportional to turnover.
No Italian Co-Obligor Needed
Perfect if your Fiscal Representative cannot act as co-guarantor.
Strong Bank-Issued Security
A guarantee backed by a financial institution, fully compliant with Italian law.
Collateral via €50,000 Life Insurance Policy
€50,000 are used to fund a single-premium life insurance policy pledged as collateral for the guarantee – no need to open an Italian bank account, but the amount remains tied up for the duration of the guarantee.
Get your Bank Guarantee with Cash Collateral
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Contact us to receive step-by-step assistance and quick issuance.
Avoid delays with traditional banks or slow insurance procedures.
Our team provides fast, professional support for foreign companies needing VIES guarantees.
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