E-invoicing for hotels and B&Bs in Italy: how it works
What electronic invoicing is, when an accommodation needs it, and how to handle it through the Italian Exchange System (SDI).
Electronic invoicing is now the standard in Italy. For hotels and B&Bs too, it helps to know when it’s required and how to handle it without complications.
What e-invoicing is
It’s an invoice issued in digital format (XML) and transmitted through the Exchange System (SDI) of the Italian Revenue Agency, which delivers it to the recipient.
When you need it
It depends on your tax regime and the type of customer. For many services, e-invoicing via SDI is the norm: always check your specific situation with your accountant.
Mistakes to avoid
- Incomplete or wrong customer data.
- Missing recipient code or certified email (PEC).
- Late issuance.
- Failure to store invoices as required.
How to simplify it
Generating the invoice with the correct data already collected at check-in and sending it automatically to the SDI reduces errors and time. Digital storage keeps everything in order.
In short
E-invoicing shouldn’t be scary: with the right data and automatic submission to the SDI, it becomes a fast and secure step.