Legal basis Being an Italian citizen, whether you acquired citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis), by marriage, or by residency, means that you are a citizen of the European Union (EU). According to Article 20 par.1 of the EU Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, “Every person holding the nationality of a member state shall be a citizen…
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This article will outline how individuals who have an Italian-born ancestor can apply for Italian citizenship in relation to residency. It will also explore the requirements for the purpose of providing a comprehensive overview of the application process. If you have an ancestor who was born in Italy, you meet one of the criteria that qualifies…
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In order to qualify for Italian citizenship by descent, specific eligibility requirements must be met. Depending under which category you will be applying, your Italian citizenship claim will be made either at an Italian consulate in the United States, a municipality in Italy, or via a court case. In all of these cases, the documentation/vital records you submit are…
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In Aaron’s own words… Growing up, I was always deeply connected to my Italian heritage. I often listened to my grandparents share stories about the “Old Country” with my father. Nonno recounted tales of the village in Piemonte where our family roots run deep. These stories were not just about my ancestors; they were living…
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The road to Italian citizenship for Steve and his family began in December 2019, during a trip to Italy. Steve discovered he had cousins in the commune of Casagiove where his grandfather was born: “My cousins were so warm and welcoming, it started me thinking of my heritage and wanting to feel closer to my…
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There are various pathways through which you can obtain citizenship by descent. However, in respect of the automatic naturalization of female Italian-born ancestors, which means women who involuntarily acquired a foreign citizenship status citizenship status, there are certain laws and specific sets of circumstances that you need to be aware of because they are relevant…
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What is the Questura? The Questura is the local police headquarters that is responsible for administrative services relating to immigration matters. There is a Questura in each Italian province. The work of Questura is overseen by the office of the Ministry of Interior. When will I encounter a Questura during the dual citizenship application process? If you are interested in applying for citizenship by descent…
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In Blase’s own words… My immediate family and grandparents have always been incredibly close, sharing many memorable experiences whether on vacations, mass/holidays, or weekend trips to our Italian community in Pittsburgh. As a kid I learned our family traditions and started living the lifestyle our ancestors passed on and my pride in our family and…
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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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In Ingrid’s own words… I applied for my Italian citizenship based on my mother. She is Italian, and I was born in Naples, Italy while she was still an Italian citizen. However, she gave up her Italian citizenship in 1962, and therefore I automatically lost my Italian citizenship too, as I was a minor at…
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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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There has been much discussion recently concerning citizenship by descent cases in the Italian local courts, particularly those with a “minor age” issue. In fact, the trend continues throughout 2024 that most local courts have been approving a majority of these types of cases. This article will explain further details on the situation and the…
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