When applying for Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis), there is one major decision you must make and that is where you would like to apply. You can apply in the consular jurisdiction where you live outside of Italy or you can also apply in Italy. Most people who are eligible for Italian citizenship by…
A common misconception about Italian Citizenship by descent is that there is a generational limit. Many people think that this is the case but it is simply not true. It is believed that it is only possible to gain citizenship either through a parent or grandparent, but this is absolutely not the case either. We…
Italian citizenship by descent (Jure Sanguinis) is a subject which at times may seem convoluted and quite complex. In this article we wanted to take the time to address this topic and try to simplify it as much as possible in order to clarify exactly who is and who isn’t eligible for Italian citizenship by…
Genealogy is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle when compiling details to verify if a person is eligible for citizenship via Jure Sanguinis (by descent). The initial step to take is to determine the particulars and ascertain certain facts such as where an ancestor was born, when exactly that person immigrated to…
Many people who are starting on their quest for Italian citizenship and those who are less familiar with the process of obtaining recognition of Italian citizenship, always have the same question, “Can I have Italian citizenship and keep the citizenship and passport I already have?” In short, more than likely, yes. Italy, The United States,…
When pursuing Italian citizenship by descent, genealogical research may be required at least minimally. This is necessary to be able to determine what documents will be needed, where to obtain them and what specific details are required. Obtaining documents can be an essential determining factor for eligibility to make a claim for Italian citizenship by…
One reason why many people are interested in the Italian passport is not only to connect with this beautiful country but also for visa-free travel within the European Union as well as having the ability to reside anywhere across the EU that you choose. There may be those of you interested in having an Italian…
In this article, we will cover what needs to be considered and some of the associated costs of applying/petitioning both in Italy and abroad for Jure Sanguinis (citizenship by descent/ by right of blood). One of the most important aspects of applying or petitioning for Italian citizenship is the gathering all of the necessary documents.…
The Apostille is a common but unusual form of document certification that will be necessary to acquire when submitting documents issued outside of Italy for the purposes of Italian citizenship. In this article, we will cover what is the Apostille, what it is for and when you may need it. The Apostille Convention/Treaty was drafted…
Many people assume the only ways to become an Italian citizen is either by having an Italian ancestor or marrying an Italian citizen, but in fact, Italy is a country where anybody who is willing to put in the effort, can legally become a citizen of the nation. Jure Sanguinis (by right of blood/citizenship by…
In case you missed our latest update on the new language requirement for Italian citizenship by naturalization, you may want to read our article entitled, “A New Language Requirement for Italian Citizenship by Marriage“. In light of the new requirement to obtain a B1 level (or higher) Italian language certificate for those interested in applying…
In this article, we will try to answer many frequently asked questions about the AIRE such as: what it is, what it is for, who needs to register, when it is necessary to register and what is required. Firstly, we would like to address what the AIRE is. AIRE is an acronym which stands for…