Renting out your Italian property can provide a steady source of income – if you don’t fall foul of the rules. For details on how to rent your property to tourists in 2025, see our guide HERE. Know your contractsThe first thing you will want to do is get yourself a draft rental contract (known as a contratto di locazione in Italian). AdvertisementRegister your contract and pay taxesAny rental contract over 30 days must be registered with Italy’s Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate) within 30 days of signing. If you choose to rent out your property through an agency, make sure to be clear on any fees upfront.