Legal Ages in Italy

The age you become an adult in Italy, and the legal ages for voting, driving, drinking alcohol and marriage, with the exceptions that matter.

Age of majority 18 Voting age 18 Driving age 18 Drinking age 18 Marriage age 18

Age of majority in Italy

You are an adult at 18.

Voting age in Italy

You can vote at 18 for both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate.

Driving age in Italy

You need to be 18 for a car licence (patente B). Mopeds and light quadricycles are allowed from 14.

Drinking age in Italy

You must be 18 to buy or be served alcohol.

Marriage age in Italy

The minimum age is 18. A juvenile court can allow a 16- or 17-year-old to marry for serious reasons.

Checked 22 October 2026 against national laws and government sites. Laws change and this is a summary, not legal advice; check with the authority that applies to you.

Age calculator

Your exact age today, and the date you turn 16, 18 or 21.

Emergency numbers in Italy

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Italian public holidays 2026

Every holiday with its date and long weekends.