If you have acquired Italian citizenship, and you are residing in italy, you may be wondering about the process to apply for an Italian passport. Where does the application get submitted and what documents are required? Perhaps you have been residing in Italy while applying for Italian citizenship by descent at your local comune or have acquired Italian citizenship…
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This segment will address a frequently asked question in relation to Italian citizenship by descent applications: Can DNA testing be used to build a citizenship case? Here we will answer that question, as well as explain how a viable citizenship claim is made. Eligibility criteria As a general rule, in order to qualify for Italian citizenship by descent,…
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Many Americans find themselves curious about the possibility of relocating to Europe, particularly Italy. This article will serve as a guide on how to move to Italy for Italian citizens, citizens of a European Union country, and non-EU citizens. We will discuss the visa options that are available for those looking to reside long-term in…
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This article will discuss Italian citizenship in relation to purchasing a property in Italy, and will outline some of the advantages and benefits that Italian citizenship brings when buying property in Italy. While it is true that you do not need to be an Italian citizen to be able to buy property in Italy, we…
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Being a dual citizen of Italy and another country, whether that be the U.S, or elsewhere, will mean you hold the passports of those two respective countries. This article will explore some of the key points relating to traveling with two passports, and will discuss best practices. Does it matter which passport I use? In…
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What are census records? Census records contain specific information about a population that the government gathers in order to provide a snapshot of that population. Census records are collected on a specific date or between a specific date range. The federal U.S. censuses is taken every 10 years, and is used to provide insights about…
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A.I.R.E. registration The A.I.R.E. (Registry of Italian Citizens Residing Abroad- Anagrafe degli Italiani Residenti all’Estero) contains the personal details of Italian citizens who live outside of Italy. The A.I.R.E allows the Italian government to hold your information so that, through the Italian consulate in the area where they reside, you can access the services and provisions that you…
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This article will discuss what identification and government-issued documents you are eligible for as an Italian citizen. Individuals who have acquired Italian citizenship by descent are entitled to an Italian passport, identity card (carte d’identità), codice fiscale (tax code), and a tessera sanitaria (health card). Italian passport Italian law stipulates that you must carry a…
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Once you have determined your eligibility for Italian citizenship by descent, the next step will be to prepare the vital records for your application. You may wonder which documents are required for you to claim Italian citizenship, where to obtain them, and in what format they should be. Vital records are one of the most…
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This article will explore how Italian and EU citizens can access and register with the Italian healthcare system. Italy has one of the best healthcare systems in the word, with some of the highest levels of life expectancy, equity in access, and quality of care. In 2023, CEOWorld Magazine Health Care Index ranked Italy number…
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Applying via an Italian consulate Once you have gathered, legalized and translated all the required vital records, you are able to submit your application at the Italian consulate that has jurisdiction where you live (a list of consulates in the U.S. can be found here). You will need to first register with the online booking system,…
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If you do not qualify for Italian citizenship by descent, there are many other routes to legally remain in Italy long term, some of them which can allow you to apply for citizenship later. One key document in the transition from being a short-term resident to a citizen is the carta di soggiorno or permesso…
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