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Are plastic bags illegal in Italy?

Yes. Plastic bags are banned in Italy. Non-compostable checkout bags banned; fines up to EUR 25,000.

Codice dell'ambiente art. 226-bis (Law 28/2012; Law 123/2017): lightweight bags banned unless biodegradable and compostable (EN 13432); fines EUR 2,500-25,000 (art. 261). CNA/Confartigianato submission to the Chamber, 14 Jan 2026.

Source: D.Lgs 152/2006 art.226-bis

• Italy is one of 59 countries where plastic bags are banned, and 26 more restrict them.
• Its neighbours: banned in 2 of 4 (Austria and France).
• In Europe: banned in 10 of 39 countries.

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