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International Business Expansion
Expand your business beyond borders with secure legal strategies
Safely expand your business abroad
Operating in international markets offers great opportunities but requires a precise legal strategy to avoid regulatory and tax risks.
ZagamiLaw supports entrepreneurs and companies throughout the internationalization process, ensuring legal compliance, efficient corporate structures, and entry strategies for new markets.
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cross-border corporate operations
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foreign company formations
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mergers or reorganizations assisted
Our services for international expansion
Expanding across borders requires solid legal and strategic preparation.
ZagamiLaw supports entrepreneurs, companies, and corporate groups in all phases of internationalization, offering complete services compliant with foreign market regulations.
Here are our areas of intervention:
- Transnational corporate and commercial law
Legal assistance for transactions between companies in different jurisdictions
- Foreign investment advisory
Asset protection, tax optimization, and risk mitigation
- International contracting
Drafting, reviewing, and legally validating multilateral commercial agreements
- Regulatory compliance
Licensing and legal requirements for operating in foreign markets
- Incorporation of companies and branches in Italy and abroad
Selection of the most suitable corporate structure (e.g., Ltd, GmbH, SARL, LLC, etc.)
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Legal due diligence, contractual strategies, and operation structuring
- Recognition in Italy of foreign corporate acts
E.g., registration of foreign share transfers of Italian limited companies
- Transfer of legal seats
Inbound and outbound relocation with full legal-notarial coverage
Legal strategies for risk-free international growth
A company aiming to operate abroad must rely on targeted legal advice to overcome regulatory barriers and maximize business opportunities. With ZagamiLaw, you can expand your business safely and efficiently, with tailor-made strategies for each market.
Trust international law experts to grow your business without borders.
FAQ
Can an Italian citizen legally open a bank account abroad?
Yes, absolutely.
Italian law allows any citizen to open bank accounts with foreign banks, provided the operation complies with tax and anti-money laundering regulations.
ZagamiLaw regularly assists Italian clients who wish to:
- Diversify their assets and investments abroad
- Open bank accounts for operational, succession, or tax-related purposes
Such foreign accounts must be reported in the RW section of the Italian income tax return, in accordance with domestic fiscal monitoring requirements.
The Firm ensures each account opening is handled in a transparent, compliant, and tax-correct manner.
Can a foreign citizen open a bank account in Italy?
Yes, it is possible.
A non-Italian citizen can legally open a bank account in Italy, provided they:
- Hold an Italian tax identification number (codice fiscale)
- Have a valid reason, such as:
- Purchasing real estate
- Managing an investment
- Needs related to inheritance or fiduciary duties
Some Italian banks may request additional requirements, like residency in Italy, but this is not mandatory across the board.
ZagamiLaw provides full assistance with:
- Obtaining the Italian tax ID
- Compliant opening of bank accounts for foreign clients
- Ensuring transparency and traceability under Italian banking regulations
How can a foreign citizen establish a company in Italy?
Italian law allows non-Italian citizens to establish and own companies in Italy regardless of residence, provided certain formal and substantive requirements are met.
ZagamiLaw provides comprehensive support throughout the process:
- Analysis of business objectives and selection of the most appropriate corporate structure (e.g. S.r.l., S.p.A., Branch, Joint Venture)
- Definition of the governance model (management, representation, oversight, delegation)
- Drafting of the articles of association and incorporation documents
- Fulfillment of notarial, tax, and registry obligations
- Support in obtaining a tax ID, corporate bank account, and required licenses
The Firm ensures each setup complies with Italian and EU regulations, and is optimized legally, fiscally, and operationally according to the foreign investor’s objectives.
Can a foreign company have an official presence in Italy?
Yes, it can do so legally.
A company based abroad can establish a formal presence in Italy through two main options:
- Stable Representation: tax-relevant configuration with reporting and tax obligations, suited for ongoing operations in the country
- Local Unit (secondary office): a lighter administrative setup used for representation, marketing, or logistics
ZagamiLaw assists foreign companies in:
- Setting up and registering the chosen structure with the Companies Register
- Analyzing tax and business law implications of their Italian presence
- Managing documentation, regulatory filings, and local signing powers
- Advising on international corporate law and intersections with Italian tax regulations
The type of legal presence in Italy can be tailored based on the company’s investment strategy, business model, and level of operational activity.
What are the main commercial contracts used in foreign markets?
Among the most common internationally are:
- Agency Agreements: govern promotion of products or services in foreign markets through intermediaries
- Distribution Agreements: regulate relationships with local distributors who purchase and resell goods in their territory
- Shipping or Freight Agreements: govern the logistics and transportation of goods in import-export operations
ZagamiLaw provides preventive contract advisory services, based on the principle: “the more lawyer, the less court.”
The Firm:
- Drafts and validates international commercial contracts, tailored for each jurisdiction
- Assists Italian SMEs in the legal protection of exports
- Ensures legal adequacy and regulatory compliance with foreign market requirements
The approach is proactive, focused on reducing legal risk and maximizing commercial value in international transactions.
Excellence. Discretion. Global Legal Vision.
We assist International Clients with precision and confidentiality.
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