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Tax-Free Fuel Allowance

A NEX-issued fuel card, which acts as a debit card linked to your personal credit card, allows U.S. and NATO forces to pay for fuel at the current tax-free price at the time of purchase.

The Primary (registered tax-free) vehicle’s engine size, horsepower and fuel requirements determine the monthly fuel allowance permitted on the fuel card.

The NEX administers the fuel card program. You must maintain your insurance, registration, safety inspection and road taxes to continue to receive your allowance.

Where to get gas

  • There are no gas stations on U.S. military installations in Italy.

  • Only two Italian gas station companies will accept your fuel card: AGIP and ENI.

  • Use your fuel card like a debit card at the pump. At some stations, attendants will operate the card machines.

  • Fill up at “Fai da te” or “Iperself” pumps to avoid paying extra for full service.

Italian Fuel Terminology

  • ”Benzina” - Unleaded gas

  •  ”Gasolio” - Diesel

  • “Fai dat Te” - Self-service station

  •  ”Servito” - Full-service station

  •  Blue pump - Diesel+

  • Green pump - Super unleaded gas (95 Octane)

  • Yellow pump - Super-S (98) or Super+ (100)

 

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