CF Subito / GuidesGuidesHow the codice fiscale is built, character by characterThe 16 characters of the Italian tax code explained with a worked example: surname, name, date, place code and the check letter.How foreigners get a codice fiscale in ItalyWho issues the Italian tax code to EU and non-EU citizens, where to apply in Italy or from abroad, and which documents the Agenzia accepts.Codice fiscale vs partita IVA: what is the difference?The Italian tax code identifies people; the partita IVA identifies VAT-registered businesses. How they differ, when they match, how to check them.