
You may already be an Italian Citizen and not know it. Italy views everyone from Italian descent as 'family' & has favorable laws allowing you to obtain an Italian passport. Becoming a dual citizen has numerous benefits.
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Most people may not realize it, but they could actually be citizens of Italy. As of 1992, the Italian government passed a law allowing people of Italian descent to apply for and obtain Italian citizenship. Italy requires you to prove your Italian ancestry with proper documentation and does not require you to renounce your current citizenship(s), which allows you to hold multiple passports and be a dual citizen. Our IDC Italian citizenship assistance team helps people like you learn how to become an Italian citizen and realize their dream of dual citizenship.
Ways to Get Italian/American Dual Citizenship
IDC is here to help people who are descendants of an Italian citizen or married to an Italian citizen to obtain either Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis) or Italian citizenship by marriage. Our staff consists of experienced Italian dual citizenship attorneys and employees who are experts in Italian citizenship law, translations, genealogy, and immigration. With our expertise, you can feel confident that you've chosen the best Italian dual citizenship service.

How to Get Italian/American Dual Citizenship in 3 Steps


QUALIFY
Determine if you qualify for Italian citizenship by descent or marriage. Our experts will analyze your circumstances and recommend your best path to qualify.

DOCUMENTS
We will collect all legal documents and records from anywhere in the world, including naturalization documents necessary to apply for Italian citizenship

APPLY
We professionally handle the authentication of all records and complete your application for Italian citizenship, keeping you informed throughout each step of the process.

Why Are We the Best Italian Dual Citizenship Service?
At IDC, we offer a range of services for our clients, including:
- Assistance in determining if you are eligible for Italian citizenship
- Securing documents from both the United States and Italy to help with your case application
- Assistance in finding unknown relatives
- Translation of documents into Italian and vice versa
- Review of documents to ensure that they are compliant with Italian law
- Compilation of a comprehensive application for you in Italy or at your consulate
IDC has immigration offices in Italy and the USA to open the lines of international communication and make the process of applying for Italian citizenship efficient and effective. And we offer comprehensive dual citizenship services, through which our Italian citizenship lawyers and team do the required work for you or work directly with you (depending on your needs). These services are broken down into our Full-Service Package, Guidance Package, and Assistance Package. The Full-Service Package is our most requested service, in which your entire citizenship case is handled directly by an IDC lawyer.
We also offer a free phone consultation to discuss your Italian ancestry and provide you with the best options available to you to apply for Italian citizenship. And when you work with us, your IDC attorney will keep you informed each step of the process and advise you of the Italian passport requirements once you are approved.
Benefits of Dual Italian/American Citizenship
Once you're a dual citizen, you'll be afforded a number of Italian citizenship benefits. You'll be able to live and work in Italy or any of the other 28 countries in the European Union (EU). Travel is also a huge benefit: You won't have to get a visa to travel throughout the EU. Dual citizenship can also hold great employment opportunities because employers know they'll be able to send dual-citizen employees around the world with ease. Education can be another big benefit: Italy's universities are much more affordable than American colleges. Others want Italian citizenship so they can reconnect with their heritage, pass citizenship on to their children, or have an easier time buying property in Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I Qualify for Italian Dual Citizenship?
Italian/American dual citizenship requirements include five basic guidelines:
- You're descended from someone who was alive in Italy after March 17, 1861.
- The ancestor did not naturalize in another country before June 14, 1912.
- The ancestor did not naturalize before the birth of descendants interested in becoming an Italian citizen.
- If the direct-line Italian ancestor is a woman born before January 1, 1948, citizenship can only be claimed from her father's line.
- No one in the family renounced their Italian citizenship.
You may also qualify if you are a non-Italian who married an Italian citizen.
What Documents Do I Need to Get Dual Citizenship in Italy?
You will need your parents' birth certificates as well as a permanent resident card and Italian passport or a certificate of naturalization for your grandparent. You may also need death certificates or marriage certificates for members of your family.
How Much Does it Cost to Get Dual Italian Citizenship?
You will need 300 euros for the application fee, which is non-refundable. You will also need to cover the cost of getting copies of the necessary documents, having them authenticated, and having them translated. When the process is finished, you will also need to pay for your Italian passport. At IDC, we can take care of some or all of this for one set price. Contact us and we'll give you a free quote based on your specific needs.
How Long Does it Take to Get Italian Dual Citizenship?
If you've ever looked into how to get dual citizenship Italy, you probably already know that this can be a lengthy process. It can take as long as six months for the Italian consulate to register your information once your application is accepted. After this is complete, you can apply for an Italian passport. The full process can take between one and three years.
How Do I Get Dual Citizenship in Italy?
You can get dual citizenship in USA and Italy if you can prove you have Italian ancestry. Since 1992, Italy has allowed dual citizenship with the United States, and you will not need to renounce your American citizenship during the process of applying. Italian citizenship is granted through the paternal line at birth, so through the laws of jure sanguinis, you are a citizen at birth if one or both of your parents have Italian citizenship. A great first step toward getting dual Italian citizenship is to call us for Italian citizenship assistance. We can get to know your specific case and answer any questions you have.
Take Advantage of a Free Phone Consultation Today
It's easy to start the process of becoming an Italian citizen: Just give us a call and you'll be able to speak with an Italian expert fluent in English who can answer your questions about the process. The information will help you better understand the application process and if you qualify for Italian citizenship. You'll be asked a series of questions during the phone consultation regarding Italian citizenship jure sanguinis or Italian citizenship by marriage that include:
- Family members' names and birth dates (Italian ancestors included)
- Birthplaces (if known)
- Information about ancestor naturalization (if known)
Contact us directly at (213) 277-8705 or use our contact form and we'll get back to you within 24 hours (on business days). Get in touch today and let us help you get on the path toward Italian dual citizenship.
This page was last updated by Marco Permunian.
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