← Go back
Easyutenze

Switching electricity and gas supplier

Since 2007 the energy market in Italy has been liberalised. You can switch supplier at any time, without penalties and without service interruption.

Authority
ARERA — Autorità Regolazione Energia
Time
15 min
Updated
Mag 2025

What you need

  • POD code (electricity) and/or PDR code (gas) from your bill
  • Account holder's tax code / VAT number
  • IBAN for direct debit

Step-by-step procedure

1
Get the codes from your bill
Note down: POD (electricity, starts with IT001) and PDR (gas). These are the identification codes for your meter.
These codes are essential for the switch.
2
Compare offers
Use the ARERA portal or comparison websites (SOStariffe.it, Selectra, Facile.it).
3
Sign the contract with the new supplier
You can do it online, by phone or at an agency. The new supplier will handle the entire process.
You have a 14-day right of withdrawal from a distance contract.
4
Receive switch confirmation
The process takes 4–6 weeks. Continue paying the old supplier's bills until confirmation.
📄
Nessun modulo — tutto gestito dal nuovo fornitore
ARERA
Open →

Frequently asked questions

Responsible authority

Authority
ARERA — Autorità Regolazione Energia
Phone
800.166.654
Certified email
Website
Visit site →
The information in this guide is for orientation only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always verify on the official portal of the responsible authority.