After months of debate, Italy has formally introduced new rules for electric scooters. With the publication of the implementing decree in the Official Gazette, the requirement for a licence plate - along with fines of up to €400 for non-compliance - has officially come into force.

The so-called “mini plate” is not a traditional registration plate, but a plastic adhesive label produced by the State Mint and issued by the Motor Vehicle Department. It features a six-character alphanumeric code and must be displayed visibly on the scooter. Unlike cars or motorcycles, the plate is linked to the owner rather than the vehicle itself.

This approach reflects the fact that e-scooters are not registered in the national vehicle archive and do not have a chassis number. As a result, administrative traceability is tied to the individual, making it easier to identify responsibility in the event of violations or accidents.

To obtain the plate, users must apply online via the Motorist Portal using a digital ID and pay a small fee. The reform is part of a broader regulatory framework that also introduces mandatory insurance, with the aim of improving safety and accountability in urban mobility.