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

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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

Send a fax to Italy — $5 flat