On March 28, 2025, the Italian Council of Ministers approved changes to the rules concerning the recognition of Italian citizenship jure sanguinis proposed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The law decree was published in the Gazzetta Ufficiale outlining new provisions for claiming Italian citizenship by descent. The changes apply to both the administrative and judicial…
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Having traveled around Europe in his 30s, Thomas decided he wanted to settle there permanently, and the possibility of acquiring Italian citizenship gave him a pathway to do that. He reached out to ICA early on in his journey and was happy to see he met all the eligibility requirements. His case was a particularly…
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A recent ruling by the Italian Constitutional Court changed the language requirement for Italian citizenship by marriage and residency applications. This article will outline what was stated in the ruling and review the eligibility requirements to apply for Italian citizenship through marriage or residence. Italian Citizenship by Naturalization Italian citizenship by marriage, or jure matrimonii,…
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This article will compare the administrative and judicial procedures to claim Italian citizenship by descent. It will also discuss how to confirm your eligibility and determine what type of case you have. Eligibility Guidelines The first step on your dual citizenship journey is evaluating your Italian lineage and confirming that you are eligible to apply…
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One of the many reasons people are attracted to living in Italy is accessing the high-quality national healthcare. In fact, residents in Italy and Italian citizens are entitled to register with the National Healthcare Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, SSN). This article will outline everything you need to know about the Italian Healthcare System, how to…
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What exactly does it entail to apply for Italian citizenship via the Italian courts? In this article, we will outline all the details pertaining to Italian citizenship cases at the Italian courts, including the relevant Italian citizenship laws, requirements, and application procedure. Citizenship by Descent Eligibility The first Italian Citizenship Law (No.555/1912) took effect on…
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I began my journey to obtain Italian citizenship by researching my great-grandfather on my paternal side. His death certificate led me to his birthplace, which prompted my first trip to Italy. I visited the municipal building in his hometown, where the staff helped me locate his handwritten birth certificate and the marriage details of my…
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Living in a foreign country often comes with questions surrounding tax liability and beneficial tax regimes. This article will outline a few of Italy’s flat tax regimes and in what situations you may be eligible to take advantage of them. Tax Residency in Italy When moving to Italy, or simply residing there for a period…
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Based on Laura’s own words… I knew I satisfied the citizenship by decent requirements, and although I had acquired some of the documents before reaching out for support, the challenge was obtaining an appointment with the consulate in San Francisco. Determining if I qualified was a lengthy process, and after approximately six years of…
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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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This comprehensive guide will cover the key information and everything you need to know and consider when pursuing Italian citizenship by descent, marriage and residency. It will address the most relevant topics, including: Benefits of Italian citizenship Italian dual citizenship and the EU Citizenship by descent Relevant dates and laws Recent updates Required documents Fees…
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Oriana has long felt connected to Europe, and Italy in particular, even desiring to live there one day. While her mother was born in Spain and spent a good part of her life in Europe, she wasn’t able to get Spanish citizenship. However, Oriana also has Italian heritage on her father’s side, and once she…
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