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Design tax credit 2026: booking and project records
MIMIT reports that the initial €60 million allocation for the 2026 design tax credit is exhausted. Bookings continue in chronological order for possible funding releases. Identify eligible activities and their costs before applying.
Produzione Moderna editorial team · Published · Updated · 1 min read
Before proceeding
- Identified design activities.
- Link between work and costs.
- Booking distinct from an award.
Compare the options
| Measure or option | Status or deadline | When it fits | Next action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking | Initial allocation exhausted | Applications retained for possible funding releases. | Keep the communication and receipt. |
| Design project | Activities to classify | Work on the product’s formal elements. | Link activities to spending records. |
Identify the design project
Describe the product and the formal elements being developed. Separate this work from promotion, websites and routine production, and have each expense classification checked.
Link activities to costs
For each stage, keep the assignment, people involved and cost. For example, connect work on product forms to its drawings and versions, keeping it separate from campaign materials. The person handling the application can then review activities and expenses together.
Prepare the booking
The communication describes the project, planned dates and investments. Keep these consistent with the work plan and retain the MIMIT platform receipt.
Follow funding availability
The booking remains subject to funding releases and available resources. Separate the project cost from aid still to be awarded in the company budget.
Document completion
Collect work versions, expense records and accounting documents during production. With the person handling the application, compare completed and booked investments before the final communication.
Prepare a record for each design activity with its assignment, resulting work and documented cost.
Frequently asked questions
Does booking award the credit?
Bookings continue for possible funding releases after the initial allocation was exhausted.
How should one stage’s records be organised?
Match the assignment to the resulting work and its cost. Use the same reference for versions, the invoice and accounting records.
Sources and references
Consult the official sources for the facts and guidance on this page.
- MIMIT — Credito d'imposta R&S, innovazione, design e ideazione estetica
Risorse 2026 esaurite, prenotazioni in ordine cronologico e ambito del design e dell’ideazione estetica.
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