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Market Registered Mail 698: What’s Inside? All Possible Senders

Autore: Francesco Zinghinì | Data: 17 Novembre 2025

Friends of TuttoSemplice.com, have you ever found that dreaded collection notice in your mailbox with a code that looks like an enigma? Today, I want to talk to you about one particular code that, I admit, can cause a bit of apprehension: code 698. The question that naturally arises is: who could have sent me a registered letter with this code? The short answer is that there are several possible senders, ranging from government agencies like the Italian Revenue Agency and INPS, to private companies such as banks, insurance companies, and utility companies. But don’t worry! In this article, which I have prepared with care and attention, we will reveal in detail who is behind a registered letter with code 698, analyzing the different categories of senders and the type of communications that are usually sent.

I know how frustrating and worrying it can be not to know what to expect. For this reason, I decided to do in-depth research for you, consulting various sources and combining my experience to offer you a complete and easy-to-consult guide. The goal is to turn that sense of uncertainty into awareness, providing you with the tools to understand the nature of the communication you are about to receive and how to act accordingly. Together, we will explore the different types of agencies and companies that might use the Market Registered Mail service from Poste Italiane with code 698, trying to shed light on the most likely content of these letters.

Get ready to find out if that registered letter on hold might contain a payment reminder from the Italian Revenue Agency-Collection (formerly Equitalia), an important communication from INPS regarding your pension or other benefits, or if it could be a notification from your bank or insurance company. We will also analyze the role that electricity, gas, or water supply companies, as well as phone and internet companies, might play. We won’t even overlook the possibility that the sender could be a municipality, a province, or a region for matters related to local taxes or other administrative communications. In short, we will try to cover all the most common scenarios to give you the most complete picture possible.

My commitment is to provide you with an article that is exhaustive, yet simple and clear, so you can quickly find the information you need. I promise that by the end of this read, you will have a much clearer understanding of who might have sent you that registered letter with code 698 and you will be better prepared to face the situation, whatever it may be. So, let’s not waste any more time and start this journey right away to discover the possible senders of one of the most “mysterious” registered letters we can find in our mailbox.

Find out what’s inside a registered mail with code 698

Registered Mail with Code 698: A Detailed Overview

Before we dive into the list of possible senders, I think it’s crucial to understand what exactly is meant by registered mail with code 698. This code falls into the category of Market Registered Mail, a service offered by Poste Italiane for sending various types of communications that require proof of delivery. Unlike “simple” registered mail or legal documents (which usually have different codes and come in a green envelope), Market Registered Mail is used for administrative, commercial, or legal communications, but not strictly related to ongoing judicial proceedings. Code 698, in particular, is often associated with specific types of communications that we will analyze in detail.

The Nature of Market Registered Mail

Market Registered Mail is a tool widely used by public and private entities to send important communications in a traceable manner and with legal value. Traceability allows both the sender and the recipient to monitor the shipment’s status, while the return receipt (which can be physical or digital) serves as proof of delivery. This type of shipment is ideal for communications that require a confirmation of receipt but do not fall into the category of legal documents. Code 698, therefore, identifies a specific category of these market registered letters, and understanding which category it belongs to will help us narrow down the field of possible senders.

Why Code 698 Specifically?

The codes used for Market Registered Mail are not random; they help Poste Italiane and the senders classify and manage different types of shipments. Code 698, as well as other codes in the same series (like 695, 696, and 697), is often used for communications related to financial or administrative matters. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s bad news, but it’s important to be prepared to receive information that may require your attention or a specific action. In the following paragraphs, we will explore in detail which agencies or companies might use this code to send us a communication.

Who Could Have Sent Me a Registered Mail with Code 698? The Possible Senders

Now we get to the heart of the matter: who is hiding behind a registered letter with code 698? From the information I’ve gathered and my experience, I can tell you that the possible senders are diverse and mainly belong to two categories: government agencies and private companies. Let’s see together who the most likely ones are:

Government Agencies

Government agencies are among the main users of the Market Registered Mail service, and they often use code 698 to send important communications to citizens. Here are some of the most common ones:

Italian Revenue Agency and Italian Revenue Agency-Collection (formerly Equitalia)

Very often, a registered letter with code 698 comes from the Italian Revenue Agency or the Italian Revenue Agency-Collection. In this case, the communication could concern various tax-related issues, such as:

  • Payment notices: Reminders for the payment of unpaid taxes, duties, or penalties.
  • Tax bills: Payment requests related to past debts with the tax authorities.
  • Communications regarding tax audits: Information concerning any ongoing tax assessments or verifications.
  • Tax refunds: Although less frequent, it could be a communication regarding a refund you are owed.

If you receive a registered letter with code 698 from these agencies, I advise you to go to the post office as soon as possible to collect it and read its contents carefully. In case of doubts or the need for clarification, it is always a good idea to consult an accountant or a tax advisor.

INPS (National Social Security Institute)

INPS is another agency that might use code 698 to send communications to citizens. In this case, the registered letter could concern:

  • Notifications regarding social security benefits: Information on pensions, unemployment benefits, family allowances, or other benefits provided by INPS.
  • Communications regarding contributions: Requests to regularize contribution payments or communications about your insurance status.
  • Assessments or verifications: Information regarding any administrative checks by INPS.

In this case as well, it is important to read the contents of the registered letter carefully and, if necessary, contact INPS directly for any clarifications.

Other Government Agencies

Besides the Italian Revenue Agency and INPS, other government agencies might also use code 698 for various types of communications, such as:

  • Municipalities, Provinces, and Regions: To send communications related to local taxes (like TARI, IMU), assessment notices, or other administrative matters within their jurisdiction.
  • Prefectures and Law Enforcement (e.g., Traffic Police): To send notifications of traffic tickets or other administrative fines.
  • ASL (Local Health Authorities): For communications related to health screenings, medical appointments, or other health-related matters.

It is important to keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive and that other government agencies may use this code depending on the specific communication.

Private Companies

In addition to government agencies, several private companies also use Market Registered Mail with code 698 to send communications to their customers or users. Here are some of the most common categories:

Banks and Credit Institutions

Banks and credit institutions might use code 698 to send communications related to:

  • New credit or debit cards: Notifications of the issuance and shipment of new cards.
  • Contractual changes: Communications regarding changes to the terms and conditions of checking accounts, mortgages, loans, or other financial products.
  • Payment reminders: Requests to regularize loan installments or other forms of financing.
  • Security alerts: Notices regarding potential fraud or suspicious access to your account.

If you have dealings with banks or credit institutions, it is possible that the registered letter with code 698 comes from one of them.

Insurance Companies

Insurance companies might also use this code to send communications related to:

  • Policy expirations: Notices of renewal or expiration of insurance policies (car, home, life, etc.).
  • Contractual changes: Communications regarding changes to the terms of your policy.
  • Payment reminders: Requests for payment of insurance premiums.
  • Communications regarding claims: Information on the status of a claim or requests for documentation.

If you have one or more active insurance policies, it is advisable to check if the registered letter could be from your company.

Utility Companies (Electricity, Gas, Water, Phone, Internet)

Utility supply companies might use code 698 to send communications related to:

  • Payment reminders: Requests to settle overdue bills.
  • Service disconnection notices: Warnings of supply suspension in case of non-payment.
  • Contractual or rate changes: Information regarding changes to contract terms or applied rates.
  • Commercial offers: Proposals for new contracts or services.

If you have active utilities, it is possible that the registered letter comes from one of these companies.

Other Private Companies

The list of private companies that might use code 698 is very broad and includes, for example:

  • Debt collection agencies: To send payment reminders for past-due debts.
  • Distance selling or e-commerce companies: For communications related to orders, shipments, or returns.
  • Law firms: To send warning letters or other legal communications (although for more formal documents, the specific code for legal acts is often used).

What to Do When You Receive a Collection Notice with Code 698

Now that we have explored the possible senders, let’s try to understand what to do specifically when we find a collection notice with code 698 in our mailbox.

Don’t Ignore the Notice

The first and most important thing to do is not to ignore the collection notice. Even if curiosity or worry might tempt you to procrastinate, it is crucial to go to the post office indicated on the notice within the specified time frame to pick up the registered letter. Ignoring a registered letter, especially if it comes from a government agency, does not stop the legal effects of the communication.

Go to the Post Office

Once you have identified the post office and its opening hours, go to the counter with the collection notice and a valid ID. The clerk will hand you the registered letter.

Read the Contents Carefully

After collecting the registered letter, take the time to read the contents carefully. Try to understand who the sender is, what the subject of the communication is, and if any action is required from you.

Keep the Registered Letter

It is always good practice to keep the registered letter (both the envelope and its contents) in a safe place. You may need to refer to it in the future or use it as evidence in case of disputes.

Take Action (if necessary)

Depending on the content of the registered letter, you may need to take specific actions, such as:

  • Pay a bill or tax notice: Respect the indicated deadlines to avoid penalties or late fees.
  • Contact the sending agency or company: If you have doubts or need clarification, do not hesitate to contact the sender at the contact details provided in the communication.
  • Consult a professional: In the case of complex or legal communications, it may be useful to consult a lawyer, accountant, or another professional in the field.

Comparison Table of Possible Senders and Likely Contents

To make the situation even clearer, I have prepared a comparison table that summarizes the possible senders of a registered letter with code 698 and the most likely content of the communication:

SenderLikely Contents
Italian Revenue AgencyPayment notices, tax bills, communications about tax audits, refunds.
Italian Revenue Agency-CollectionTax bills, payment reminders for taxes, duties, and penalties.
INPSNotifications on social security benefits, communications on contributions, assessments.
Municipalities, Provinces, RegionsLocal taxes (TARI, IMU), assessment notices, other administrative communications.
Prefectures and Law EnforcementTraffic tickets, administrative fines.
ASLHealth screenings, medical appointments, health-related communications.
Banks and Credit InstitutionsNew cards, contractual changes, payment reminders, security alerts.
Insurance CompaniesPolicy expirations, contractual changes, payment reminders, communications about claims.
Utility CompaniesPayment reminders, service disconnection, contractual/rate changes, commercial offers.
Debt Collection AgenciesPayment reminders for past-due debts.
Distance Selling/E-commerce CompaniesCommunications about orders, shipments, returns.
Law FirmsWarning letters, other legal communications (although the specific code is preferred for formal documents).

I hope this table helps you get an idea of who might have sent you the registered letter with code 698. Remember, however, that this is just a general overview, and you will only know the specific content by opening the envelope.

Conclusions

As we reach the end of our journey through the world of registered mail with code 698, I sincerely hope to have provided you not only with clear and exhaustive answers but also with a sense of greater control and awareness when faced with that collection notice that can sometimes seem like a small postal puzzle. We have seen how this code can hide a wide range of senders, from government agencies with their often important communications related to tax or social security deadlines, to private companies that inform us about contractual matters, payments, or new opportunities.

It is crucial to emphasize once again the importance of never underestimating a collection notice, especially when it bears the code 698. As we have extensively discussed, ignoring a communication, especially if it comes from an authority like the Italian Revenue Agency or INPS, can lead to far from pleasant consequences, such as penalties, late fees, or failure to receive crucial information for our rights and duties. The anxiety that can come from not knowing what that envelope contains is understandable, but the best strategy is always to face the situation with promptness and responsibility.

Remember that the Market Registered Mail service was designed precisely to ensure the traceability and certainty of delivery for important communications. This means that even if you do not pick up the envelope, after a certain period, the notification is still considered completed, with all the legal implications that entails. Therefore, my most sincere advice is to always go to the post office indicated on the notice as soon as possible and collect the registered letter. Only by opening the envelope can you be sure of the sender and the content, and only then can you act accordingly in an informed manner.

In an increasingly digital age, where many communications occur via email or online platforms, the paper registered letter still holds significant weight, especially when it comes to official communications or those requiring proof of receipt. The fact that an agency or a company chooses this method to communicate with you is a sign of the importance it attaches to that specific information. Whether it’s an unexpected tax refund, a contractual update from your bank, a notice about a traffic ticket, or a communication regarding your social security status, it’s always better to be aware of what is being communicated to us.

I hope that this detailed analysis of the possible senders and the meaning of code 698 has provided you with a useful compass to navigate the situation should you find yourself facing this type of notice. Remember that information is the first step to dealing with any situation, even those that may seem a bit intimidating at first glance. Do not hesitate to consult this guide again if needed and, above all, do not be afraid to ask for clarification from the sending agencies or companies if the content of the registered letter is not entirely clear. Transparency and communication are essential for resolving any doubts or issues. Ultimately, registered mail with code 698 should not be seen as an enemy, but as a communication tool that, if understood and managed correctly, can help us stay informed and compliant with our responsibilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a registered mail with code 698 usually contain?

Generally, a registered mail with code 698 contains financial or administrative communications, such as payment notices, tax bills, reminders, contractual changes, or service-related information.

Is it risky to ignore a registered mail with code 698?

Yes, ignoring a registered letter, especially if it’s from a government agency, can have legal consequences. The communication is considered legally delivered after a certain period from the date of the delivery attempt.

How can I know who sent the registered mail before picking it up?

Unfortunately, the collection notice only allows you to identify the type of registered mail (in this case, ‘market’) via the code, but not the specific sender. You will have to go to the post office to pick it up and find out.

If the registered mail with code 698 is a payment reminder, what is the deadline to pay?

The payment deadline varies depending on the sender and the type of debt. Usually, the due date is clearly stated within the communication. It’s important to meet the deadline to avoid penalties or late fees.

What should I do if I don’t recognize the sender of the registered mail?

If you don’t recognize the sender or have doubts about the communication, contact the agency or company indicated in the letter directly to ask for clarification. Always keep a copy of the communication and the return receipt.