Your Gateway to Italian Citizenship and Visas
At Italian Citizenship Assistance (ICA), our mission is to help you navigate the path to Italian citizenship and the visas that allow you to live, work, and study in Italy and across the European Union. Whether your goal is to become an Italian citizen or to obtain the right visa, we guide you every step of the way, helping you access the benefits of life in Italy and the EU, including high-quality healthcare, affordable education, and unrestricted travel.
With offices in Rovigo (Italy), Los Angeles, Dallas, New York City, and the Republic of San Marino, ICA is the ideal partner for individuals seeking Italian citizenship by descent (Jure Sanguinis), marriage (Jure Matrimonii), or residency, as well as those exploring visa options to live and work in Italy.
Our team includes dual citizenship experts, attorneys, genealogists, and translators, all specialized in Italian citizenship and immigration law. In collaboration with our law firm in Rovigo and associates in New York City and Los Angeles, we provide comprehensive services at competitive rates to help you successfully obtain dual citizenship, an Italian passport, or the appropriate visa.
From document procurement to translations and legal filings, we manage all the steps of the citizenship or visa process, including:
- Obtaining Italian vital records for your ancestors or family members
- Procuring U.S. or foreign documents and official translations into Italian
- Guiding you through the full application or petition process in Italy or abroad
Whether you need a full-service package or a tailored solution based on your unique situation, ICA makes it simple to achieve your goals.
*Our services are available to citizens of the U.S., U.K., Australia, and other countries, whether you are living at home or abroad, including within the EU.
CONTACT US FOR A FREE EVALUATION
PATHS TO CITIZENSHIP
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR ITALIAN CITIZENSHIP?
Would you like us to check your eligibility for you? All ICA services begin with our easy Family Chart: It helps us get an idea of your case. Just fill in the information you know – and don’t worry about leaving blanks. That’s what we are here for!
Upon submission of the chart, one of our representatives will get in touch with you via email or telephone.
Our preliminary eligibility assessment service is free of charge and obligation!
ITALIAN VISAS
Start With a Free Initial Consultation
PLEASE NOTE:
During our first consultation call these are the type of questions you will be asked by our Italian citizenship expert:
- Date of birth of all your family members, including your Italian ancestors (if you do not know the exact date, the year or an approximate year is a good starting point)
- Place and date for Birth, Marriage and Death events for all your family members including the Italian “Comune” of origin.
- Information regarding your ancestor’s naturalization (if you know it).
- An overview of your personal and financial documentation may also be requested, as this information can be relevant in assessing eligibility and determining the most appropriate pathway forward (for visas only).
QUICK LINKS
In addition to the basic services provided by our organization to clients who otherwise choose to put together their own application, we are able to offer an even more exclusive type of service called “Executive Package” which consists of a comprehensive approach. Learn More…
Avoid long waits (as long as 18 months) just for an appointment at some consulates and over a year to process your application at others using our “Application in Italy” Service. Learn More…
Avoid long waits (as long as 18 months) just for an appointment at some consulates and over a year to process your application at others using our “Application in Italy” Service. Learn More…
Success Stories
Jeanette’s Application via the Italian Consulate
Ever since I was a little girl, my childhood revolved around Sunday pasta supper, steeped in the traditions of my Italian family. Food and family stories were at the heart of our gatherings, shaping my connection to my heritage. In 2004, as a newlywed, my husband and I honeymooned in Sicily and visited the regions…
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"Mr. Permunian’s agency offers support from beginning to the end."
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"This entrepreneur helps Americans get Italian passports."
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"Initially, many people applied for Italian citizenship because of their love for Italy and the opportunity to reconnect with their Italian heritage, and last but not least, because they were attracted to the freedom of movement in the EU and to its job market, says Permunian."
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"[...]there are several advantages to holding dual citizenship. Firstly, as an Italian citizen and therefore also an EU citizen, a person can travel, study or work anywhere in the European Union. In other words, no visa is needed to travel to any of the EU member states, and you can reside in Italy, as well as in another EU country, without any time limitation."
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"Applying for Italian citizenship is attractive not only because of the possibility of reconnecting with one’s Italian heritage, living a quieter life and enjoying the so called “Dolcevita”, but also because of the ability to access the national heath care system, which is largely free of charge, high quality education, a competitive real estate market, and because of the right to reside and work anywhere in the European Union. […] These are some of the primary reasons that justify the unprecedented surge of applications for Italian citizenship, as observed by Italian Citizenship Assistance (ICA)"
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"Italy’s health care system is consistently ranked among the best in the world [...]If you have an Italian ancestor the process of applying for Italian citizenship is relatively quick to complete […]Holding an Italian passport comes with many advantages including the freedom of movement in the European Union"
Services
Our mission is to assist you and your family in realizing your dream to become an Italian Citizen. At ICA we understand that the whole process is not easy, because it requires a considerable investment of time and effort, but we are here to assist you from the beginning to the end. We can assure you that becoming an Italian citizen has significant value and benefits. Learn More…
Money Back Guarantee
If you commission our “Full/Executive Service” or our “Application in Italy” packages you will enjoy a turnkey service in which we handle all of the required steps in acquiring the necessary documentation – with the deliverable literally being the Citizenship Kit as you need to present it to the consulate or Italian municipality. With the possible exception of occasional forwarding of mail, signatures and/or IDs, all you are basically required to do is authorize us to work on your behalf and attend your appointment(s). Learn More…
Benefits of Italian Citizenship
• The ability to work, reside and study in Italy and across the 27 EU member states (e.g. Spain, France, Germany, Netherlands etc.) without the need of a Visa. EU citizens are often prioritized over people from outside the EU for many professional and educational opportunities.
• A simplified and more cost-effective process to purchase properties in Italy.
• Tax-Free import of vehicles (car, trucks etc.) directly from the US to Italy
• The possibility to automatically transfer citizenship to any children you might have under 18 years of age.
FAQ
- Q: Can I apply for citizenship directly in Italy or through another Consulate?
- Q: My Italian-born ascendant was a minor when he or she emigrated. Does that have any legal impact?
- Q: Will acquiring Italian citizenship affect my U.S. or other citizenship(s)?
- Q: Can I apply for citizenship without registering my marriages, divorces, or minor children?
- Q: How long does it take to be formally recognized as an Italian citizen?
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