Computer software and services accounted for 7.3 billion dollars. With a population of over 56 million and a per capita income over 18.000 dollars, Italy is a market that will continue to need foreign trade and services. Importing Imports play a significant role in the Italian software market, with the U.S. leading the way among exporting countries. There are no trade barriers of limitations on imports of U.S. goods and services.
Software is subject to zero customs duty.
A customs duty of 4.1 percent is applied to the value of the magnetic media only. The EXIM bank and FCIA consider Italy a low political risk country. The Italian government s policy toward foreign investment has been favorable, marked by the active promotion of inward investment. Foreign investors are free to choose whatever sector of production they prefer and in general, no investment authorization is required under Italian law. Political violence in not a threat to foreign investment in Italy.