Can I use the old paper ID until it expires?

Yes, the old paper identity card is valid until its expiry date. You can renew it early, but you are not required to.

Is the CIE valid as a travel document?

Yes, in all EU countries and many others with bilateral agreements with Italy. For the USA and other non-EU countries a passport is required.

Can I renew it if I am resident abroad?

AIRE residents (Italians registered abroad) must apply at the Italian Consulate in their country of residence.

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ID card renewal

The electronic identity card (CIE) can be renewed from 180 days before expiry. The new CIE is delivered home by the Istituto Poligrafico within 6 working days. Cost: €22.20. Validity: 10 years for adults, 5 years for ages 3 to 18, 3 years for children under 3.

Authority

Comune di residenza, Ufficio Anagrafe

Time

15 min (+ attesa consegna)

Updated

Apr 2026

What you need

✓Expired or expiring ID card (or old paper-format card)
✓1 recent passport-size photo (biometric standard)
✓Tax code (codice fiscale)
✓€22.20 (payable at the municipality by card or bank transfer)

Step-by-step procedure

Book an appointment

Book online on the municipality's CIE portal (agenda.interno.gov.it) or call your local registry office. Some municipalities also accept walk-ins.

Wait times can be several weeks in large cities. Book well in advance.

Go to the office

Bring the expired document (or old paper ID), the passport photo and your tax code. The clerk records your fingerprints and takes a photo. Pay €22.20.

Minors must be present in person with at least one parent.

Receive the CIE at home

The card is sent to your registered address by the Istituto Poligrafico within 6 working days. The courier leaves a notice if you are not home. Collect within 30 days.

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Responsible authority

Authority

Comune di residenza, Ufficio Anagrafe

Phone

Certified email

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