giustificativo

Giustificativo is a noun of Italian origin that denotes a document or piece of evidence used to justify or prove a fact, action or claim. It functions as supporting material intended to validate a situation in administrative, professional or personal contexts. The term emphasizes the role of the document in establishing legitimacy or accounting for a circumstance.

In work and education, a giustificativo is commonly required to explain an absence, lateness, or leave of absence. In the workplace, employees may need to present a giustificativo for illness, family emergencies, or other non-working days. In schools, students’ absences are often accompanied by a giustificativo provided by parents or guardians, such as a note from a doctor or a formal parent letter. Failure to submit an appropriate giustificativo can lead to disciplinary or administrative consequences, such as penalties or a loss of paid time.

Aside from absences, giustificativi appear in accounting and administration as supporting documents. Examples include receipts, invoices, or certificates that justify expenses, reimbursements, or tax deductions. These documents serve as evidence to validate financial transactions or administrative claims.

Common types include certificato medico (medical certificate), attestato o verbale (attestation), ricevuta o fattura (receipt or invoice), and altri documenti comprovanti. Acceptance criteria for a giustificativo vary by institution or jurisdiction and typically require authenticity, clarity, and relevance to the stated justification.

See also: giustificazione, certificato, ricevuta, documento fiscale.