Can the Inclusion Allowance Be Used to Pay the Tari Tax?

Can the Tari be Paid with the Inclusion Allowance?

The answer is yes, as confirmed by the Ministry of Labor in the updated FAQs regarding income support.
Residents can conveniently use the Inclusion Allowance card to pay their local waste tax (Tari) without any issues.

The latest update from the Ministry of Labor explicitly states that the Inclusion Allowance card is valid for Tari payments, providing relief to many households relying on this support.

How the Inclusion Allowance Can Be Used

In addition to the Tari payment capability, the new FAQs clarify that individuals residing in nursing homes (RSA) are eligible to apply for the Inclusion Allowance, which can also be utilized for personal expenses.
Additionally, the Ministry specifies that the social internship allowance does not contribute towards the annual income limit of 3,000 euros for the combination of the Inclusion Allowance and other income.

Understanding the Tari: Amount and Deadlines

The Tari is a municipal tax residents must pay for managing waste, financing the local government’s costs for garbage collection and disposal.
The amount of the Tari varies depending on the resident’s locality, comprising a fixed quota and a variable one.
Factors influencing the Tari calculation include:

• The property’s surface area;
• The reference period;
• The household composition;
• The fixed quota, typically calculated by multiplying the square meters by the local rate;
• The variable quota determined by occupant numbers;
• A provincial quota, usually around 5% of the taxable amount.

When does the Tari payment deadline occur? The answer isn’t straightforward, as it depends on local government decisions; however, the last payment always falls after November 30.

Paying the Tari with the Inclusion Allowance

As mentioned, residents can pay the Tari in one lump sum or in installments using the Inclusion Allowance card.
To make the payment, simply visit any Payment Service Provider, including:

• Post offices;
• Banks;
• Payment institutions and electronic money institutes;
• SISAL and Lottomatica authorized lottery retailers;
• ATMs.

To complete the payment, scan the QR code at the retailer and use the Inclusion Allowance card to proceed.

Explore further details in our article on the Inclusion Allowance 2024, including requirements, amounts, and application rules.