Free tool · Updated 2026

Freelance Tax Calculator Italy 2026

Compare regime forfettario vs regime ordinario: see exactly how much you keep after INPS contributions and income tax. 100% private — all calculations run in your browser.

Your situation

Total invoiced amount per year, before taxes and contributions.

Used only for regime ordinario: rent, equipment, software, travel.

Activity type

Ordinario only. E.g. Lombardy 1.23%, Lazio 1.73% (3.33% above €28k), Sicily 1.23%.

Ordinario only. Usually 0%–0.9% depending on your municipality.

Side-by-side comparison

Regime forfettario leaves you €9,178 more per year with these numbers.
Best option

Regime forfettario

Flat substitute tax 5%/15%, no VAT on invoices

Net annual income

€23,035

Net per month: €1,920 · Total burden: 23.2%

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Pensionable income
€23,400.00
INPS contributions
€6,100.38
Taxable income
€17,299.62
Substitute tax
€864.98
Total taxes + contributions
€6,965.36

Regime ordinario

Progressive IRPEF 23%–43%, costs deductible

Net annual income

€13,856

Net per month: €1,155 · Total burden: 37.2%

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Pensionable income
€25,000.00
INPS contributions
€6,517.50
Taxable income
€18,482.50
IRPEF
€4,250.98
Regional + municipal surcharges
€375.19
Total taxes + contributions
€11,143.67

Disclaimer

Indicative estimate only, with no legal or tax value. For regime ordinario the calculation is conservative: tax credits (detrazioni) are not applied, so your actual tax may be lower. INPS is treated as deductible in the same year. Actual amounts depend on your full situation (other income, family charges, advance payments). Always confirm with a chartered accountant before making decisions.

Sources (verified July 2026)

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