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ISEE economic indicator

Understand what the Italian ISEE is used for, which information to prepare and where to find the official services.

Important information

Percorso Cittadino helps you understand Italian administrative procedures but does not replace public authorities. Before submitting applications or making decisions, always verify the official institutional links provided on this page.

What the ISEE is used for

The ISEE is an indicator used to assess the economic circumstances of a household in Italy. It considers income, assets and household composition and may be required for benefits, reduced fees and social-support measures.

Where the procedure begins

To obtain an ISEE certificate, you must submit a DSU, the Dichiarazione Sostitutiva Unica. This declaration contains information about the household, its income, assets and other details used to calculate the indicator.

Where to submit the DSU

Online through INPS

You can submit the DSU through the INPS ISEE portal using the ordinary or pre-filled procedure and an accepted authentication method.

With assistance from a CAF

You can ask an authorised CAF for assistance with completing and submitting the DSU.

Information and documents to prepare

Prepare or verify the main information before beginning. Requirements may depend on the household’s circumstances and assets.

Identity documents and Italian tax codes for the household members.
Information about income and any relevant benefits received.
Details of bank accounts, deposits, savings books, prepaid cards and other financial relationships.
Information about property, mortgages, rental agreements and other assets.
Any specific information required for university benefits, minors, disability or other particular circumstances.

Recommended steps

1. Determine which benefit, service or reduced fee requires the ISEE.
2. Check which type of ISEE is required for the benefit.
3. Prepare or verify the household, income and asset information.
4. Choose whether to submit the DSU online through INPS or with assistance from a CAF.
5. Complete and sign the DSU, carefully checking the declared information.
6. Wait for processing and consult the resulting ISEE certificate.
7. Before using it, check whether the certificate reports any omissions or discrepancies.

Validity

A DSU may be submitted during the year and remains valid until 31 December of that same year. Before using an ISEE certificate, check that it is still valid and appropriate for the benefit concerned.

Mistakes to avoid

  • • Do not enter unverified information or estimate amounts without checking them.
  • • Do not use an expired certificate without submitting a new DSU.
  • • Do not ignore the differences between the ordinary ISEE and specific types of ISEE.
  • • Do not ignore omissions or discrepancies reported in the certificate.
  • • Do not submit an important benefit application without checking the official requirements.

Goal of this guide

At the end of this guide, you should understand why an ISEE may be required, which information to prepare and which official services to use when submitting the DSU.