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IT-R-003:Natura code required for zero VAT

Italian invoices with zero VAT must specify Natura code.

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NEEDS INPUT

Requires user input: Seller city (BT-37). User must provide the city of business registration.

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Why This Error Matters

Invoice will be rejected by Italian validation. City is required in seller address.

How to Fix It

1

Determine reason

Why VAT is zero (exempt, reverse charge, etc.)

2

Add Natura code

N1=Exempt, N2=Not subject, N3=Non-taxable, etc.

Technical Details

XPath: //cac:TaxCategory/cbc:TaxExemptionReasonCode

Common Causes

  • City field missing from address
  • Address incomplete
  • City not mapped in export
  • Company master data missing city
  • Address structured incorrectly

Frequently Asked Questions

Italian invoices with zero VAT must specify Natura code.
Add Natura code (N1-N7) for zero VAT transactions. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, IT-R-003 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission.

See Also

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E-Invoicing in Italy

Requirements & common errors

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Last updated: 18 January 2026

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