How to Schedule an Appointment at the Italian Consulate (Prenota)
Click here to visit the UPDATED guide for booking an appointment at the Italian consulate with the new Prenota@mi booking system Prenota is an online platform that you can use to schedule an appointment with a member of the Italian consular network. The name comes from the Italian word “prenotare,” which basically means “to reserve.” […]
New Law Change Applying to Italian Citizenship by Marriage
The Italian government passed a new decree-law regarding citizenship by marriage or jure matrimonii on October 21, 2020. It stipulates that the maximum processing time for becoming a citizen through marriage is 36 months or 3 years. It was only two years before, on October 4, 2018, that the government had issued the prior decree-law. […]
Dual Citizenship, Residency and Tax Liability
Many Americans who visit Italy get captivated by the country’s culture, lifestyle, and beauty. It is not surprising that many choose to apply for dual citizenship through descent (jure sanguinis) as Italy is one of the few countries in the world that allow USA citizens to have an EU passport giving them access to the […]
Is it Still Possible to Apply for Italian Citizenship if my Ancestor Naturalized?
A practical guide to understanding the naturalization process and what’s required to apply A law introduced in 1992 made some key changes to certain citizenship requirements. Namely, after the law’s passage, Italian citizens who became naturalized citizens of a nation outside of the Italian Republic would no longer be required to relinquish their Italian citizenship, […]
Italian Dual Citizenship by Descent Costs
Citizenship by descent, also known as Jure Sanguinis (through the bloodline), gives you an opportunity to apply for Italian citizenship if you qualify, whether you live in Italy or abroad. During the application process, there are several costs and fees you’ll need to be aware of. Here is what to expect: First Steps The first […]
Complete Guide to 1948 Court Cases
Are you interested in applying for Italian citizenship under Jure Sanguinis, or Italian citizenship by descent? In some cases, you may fall under a circumstance known as a “1948 case“. This can be a confusing route for some individuals who are trying to navigate these policies and understand how the entire application process works. Below, […]
Gathering Citizenship Documents From Italy
If you are pursuing Italian citizenship Jure Sanguinis (Italian citizenship by descent), family ancestry is needed to prove to the Italian government that you indeed come from Italian lineage and fall within all of the requirements to qualify. Going on a genealogical adventure can help you obtain essential documents that you need to apply for […]
The Differences Between Applying for Italian Citizenship in Italy vs. the Local Italian Consulate
If you determine you are eligible to apply for an Italian citizenship ‘jure sanguinis’ (by descent), you need to decide where you’ll apply. If you chose to apply at your local Italian consulate, you will fall under a consular jurisdiction in which you are legally obligated to apply at your local Italian consulate that has […]
Is Dual Citizenship Allowed in the USA & Italy?
If you are considering trying to obtain Italian citizenship, you are not alone. Many people want to have dual citizenship in Italy, but they are not entirely certain of how to obtain that citizenship. Most people question if it will actually be possible to have citizenship in Italy while still keeping their current citizenship and […]
Italian Dual Citizenship and How Genealogy Can Help
When determining whether someone is eligible to become a dual citizen of Italy, one of the most determining factors to assess eligibility is genealogy. Genealogical research can provide the necessary information to know if you are eligible by descent (Jure Sanguinis). Jure Sanguinis translates into “right of blood”. It is important to first attempt to […]
