Italy offers citizenship by descent to individuals with Italian ancestry, allowing them to reconnect with their heritage and gain the benefits of Italian and EU citizenship.
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Italian citizenship by descent, also known as "jure sanguinis" (right of blood), is available to individuals who can prove Italian ancestry in a direct line. This path to citizenship allows descendants of Italian citizens to claim their heritage, with no generational limit in most cases.
Minimum Income Amount
Visa-Free Travel Countries
177
Months to Visa
Overview
One-Liner: Reconnect with your Italian roots through citizenship by descent.
Eligibility Requirements
At least one ancestor was an Italian citizen
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Must have been born after the formation of the Italian state (March 17, 1861)
Months to citizenship
6 to 24 months
Length of Visa
Months to Visa
Physical Presence Requirement
None
Availability
Difficult
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Italian citizenship offers numerous advantages, including EU membership benefits, visa-free travel to approximately 190 countries, and the opportunity to live and work in Italy and other EU countries.
Overview
To apply for Italian citizenship by descent, you must meet the following requirements:
Overview
Birth certificates for all individuals in the direct line from Italian ancestor to applicant
Marriage Certificate
Death certificates (if applicable)
Naturalization records or proof of non-naturalization for Italian ancestor
Italian ancestor's birth certificate
Applicant's current passport or ID
Our experienced team will guide you through each stage of the application process, offering personalized assistance tailored to your needs.
We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.
Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.
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Italy offers a rich cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes, and the benefits of EU membership. As an Italian citizen, you'll have access to opportunities across Europe and beyond.
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