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2024 approaches, many Italians are already wondering how to apply for the scooter bonus for the purchase of a zero-emission two-wheeled vehicle. This is an economic incentive put in place by the government to encourage sustainable mobility and reduce air pollution in cities. But how exactly does the bonus scooter work? Who can request it and what are the necessary documents? In this article we will try to answer all these questions and provide useful information on waiting times and how to disburse the bonus.
How does the scooter bonus work?
The scooter bonus is an economic incentive reserved for those who buy a zero-emission motorcycle or two-wheeled scooter. The bonus amount corresponds to 50% of the purchase cost, up to a maximum of 1,500 euros for electric vehicles and 600 euros for those powered by methane or LPG. The bonus can only be claimed once and can be combined with other state or regional incentives. To access the bonus, you must make the purchase at an authorized dealer and register the vehicle with the PRA (Public Automobile Registry) within 60 days from the date of purchase. Once the procedure is completed, it is possible to request a refund of the bonus through the dedicated portal on the website of the Ministry of the Environment. If the application is approved, the refund is made by bank transfer within 90 days from the submission of the request
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Who can claim the scooter bonus?
The scooter bonus is intended for everyone who buys a zero-emission motorcycle or two-wheeled scooter, regardless of income or residence. However, to access the incentive, you must be of legal age and have a valid driving license for the vehicle you intend to purchase. In addition, the bonus cannot be claimed by those who have already taken advantage of state incentives for the purchase of ecological vehicles in previous years. It is worth noting that the scooter bonus can be combined with other state or regional incentives, such as the contribution for the installation of charging stations at home or in the workplace. Finally, it is important to emphasize that the scooter bonus has a time limit: in fact, it will be possible to request it only until the funds allocated by the government are exhausted, so it is advisable not to wait too long to apply
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What is the amount of the scooter bonus and how can I request it?
The amount of the scooter bonus is equal to 50% of the cost of buying the vehicle, up to a maximum of 1,500 euros for zero-emission vehicles and 600 euros for those powered by methane or LPG. To claim the bonus, you must make the purchase at an authorized dealer and register the vehicle with the PRA within 60 days from the date of purchase. Subsequently, it is possible to submit the request for reimbursement through the dedicated portal on the website of the Ministry of the Environment, filling out the appropriate online form and attaching the required documentation (purchase invoice, copy of the certificate of ownership and driving license). The application will be evaluated by the Ministry and, if successful, the refund will be paid by bank transfer within 90 days from the date of submission of the request. In the event of incomplete or incorrect documentation, the application may be rejected or delayed in the evaluation.
Documents needed to apply for the scooter bonus
To request the scooter bonus, it is necessary to submit the required documentation, which includes the purchase invoice for the zero-emission two-wheeled vehicle, a copy of the certificate of ownership and a copy of the valid driving license. In addition, it is necessary to have a bank or postal current account in the name of the applicant, to which the bonus will be refunded if the application is successful. It is important to carefully check that all documents are complete and correct, in order to avoid delays in evaluating the application or even its rejection. In particular, the purchase invoice must clearly and in detail state all the information relating to the vehicle (make, model, year of registration, price), as well as the data of the buyer and seller. Finally, it is advisable to keep a copy of all the documentation submitted for possible future checks by the competent authorities.
Waiting times and methods of disbursing the scooter bonus
The waiting times for the disbursement of the scooter bonus depend on the correct compilation of the required documentation and on the evaluation of the application by the Ministry of the Environment. In general, the maximum deadline for reimbursement is 90 days from the date the request was submitted. It is possible to follow the status of your application through the dedicated portal on the Ministry’s website, by entering your tax code and the protocol number assigned at the time the request was submitted. The refund is paid by bank transfer to the current account indicated by the applicant, so it is important to verify that the data entered are correct and up to date. In the event that the application has been rejected, it is possible to submit a new application within 60 days of the notification of the rejection. In any case, the scooter bonus has a time limit: in fact, it will be possible to request it only until the funds allocated by the government are exhausted, so it is advisable not to wait too long to apply
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The scooter bonus represents a concrete opportunity to encourage the purchase of zero-emission two-wheeled vehicles and reduce air pollution in cities. Those who intend to request the incentive must carefully follow all the procedures provided, from choosing the vehicle at an authorized dealer to submitting the complete and correct documentation through the dedicated portal on the website of the Ministry of the Environment. Even if waiting times may be long, it is important to remember that the bonus is refunded by bank transfer to the current account indicated by the applicant. Therefore, it is advisable to verify that the data entered is correct and up to date, in order to avoid delays or problems in disbursing the bonus. Finally, it is worth remembering that the scooter bonus has a time limit: in fact, it will be possible to request it only until the funds allocated by the government are exhausted, so it is advisable not to wait too long to apply and contribute to the spread of sustainable mobility in Italy.