Italy freelance support and oversight

In late July 2026 the Italian social security institute (INPS) announced that the review of applications for the "Bonus under 35" – a €500 monthly contribution for young self‑employed workers – would be completed by the end of August, with payments expected in September. The delay affected hundreds of claimants whose requests had been initially rejected, prompting a parliamentary question for faster processing.

The following day, the journalists’ pension institute (INPGI) began contacting freelance journalists to verify income earned in 2020, requiring an online declaration and supporting documents. The move was framed within a broader parliamentary study highlighting long‑term wage stagnation and a rise in part‑time work in Italy, calling for tax‑system reforms. Together, the snapshots show the government both addressing delayed financial support for young freelancers and tightening oversight of freelance earnings amid concerns about wage trends.