🇮🇹 Italy
Regulatory Overview
Italy implements EU waste shipment regulation under Regulation (EU) 2024/1157 through the Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security and the Higher Institute for Environmental Protection and Research (ISPRA), with regional authorities involved in permitting and enforcement. Transboundary waste shipments involving Italy are supervised at national and regional level and coordinated with other Member States.
Competent Authorities
| Authority | Role |
|---|---|
| Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security | National policy and coordination. |
| ISPRA (Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale) | Technical support and international coordination. |
| Regional authorities | Permitting, notification review, and enforcement. |
| Customs authorities | Border control and shipment verification. |
Official authority: Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security / ISPRA — Waste shipment supervision is shared between the ministry, ISPRA, and the competent regional authority. Operators should consult the relevant regional authority or national portal for notification procedures.
National Waste Shipment Procedures
Italy applies the EU notification procedure (prior written notification and consent) for waste subject to Annex IV and the Annex VII procedure for green-listed waste. Movement documents and facility reception and completion certificates are required. Operators interact with the competent authority (regional or national) through the designated official channels; procedures may be digital or hybrid depending on the region.
DIWASS Implementation Status
Italy is preparing for mandatory use of the EU Digital Waste Shipment System (DIWASS). The access pathway may be the DIWASS graphical interface or a national/regional system interconnected with DIWASS. Operators should confirm registration and access requirements with the competent regional or national authority.
Official Resources
- Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security — Waste and circular economy.
- ISPRA — Environmental data and waste shipments.
- Regional environment authorities — Consult the competent region for notification submission and guidance.
Typical Waste Shipments
| Waste Type | Typical Flow |
|---|---|
| Metal scrap | Export or import for recycling within the EU |
| Plastic waste | Regional recycling flows |
| Paper and cardboard | Cross-border recycling |
Key Compliance Requirements
- Correct classification of waste streams.
- Notification approval and consent where required before shipment.
- Financial guarantees for notified shipments where applicable.
- Use of authorised recovery or disposal facilities.
- Complete movement documentation and Annex VII documentation for green-listed waste.
Related ESR Guides
- Understanding DIWASS Requirements
- Waste Shipment Notification Procedure
- How to Complete Annex VII Documentation
Regulatory Note
Waste shipment procedures may vary depending on the type of waste and shipment route. Operators should consult the competent authority in the country of export, import, and transit for specific procedural requirements.