How to Fax to Italy (2026): +39 Format, Costs, and the Leading‑0 Rule

Italy has one important exception that trips people up: you usually keep the leading 0 in the area code, even with +39. Use the examples below to format the number correctly and avoid failed faxes.

Correct Number Format (Italy)

• Country code: +39
• IMPORTANT: Italy keeps the leading 0 in area codes when dialing internationally
• Example (Rome): Local 06 1234 5678 → +39 06 1234 5678
• Example (Milan): Local 02 1234 5678 → +39 02 1234 5678

Codes: International Country Codes

Costs

• Traditional: $2–$15/min
• Online: $0.05–$1/page
• Simple: Onetime Fax — $5 for up to 100 pages

Best Time to Send

• Italy business hours: 9:00–18:00 CET/CEST

Common Destinations

• Courts and law firms
• Universities and registrars
• Hospitals and clinics
• Government offices

Tips & Troubleshooting

• Do NOT drop the leading 0 in Italian area codes
• Use a clean 300 DPI PDF
• If failed, verify the number on the recipient’s site and retry during business hours
• More: International Guide, Troubleshooting