Is the NYC Consulate Holding Up Your Italian Citizenship Application? You’re Not Alone. We recently received an inquiry from Benjamin Ambrosio in New York, a clear example of the frustrations many individuals face when applying for Italian citizenship by descent through consulates. Benjamin has been diligently working on his documentation to obtain Italian citizenship byRead more

A bolt from the blue for thousands of descendants of Italians worldwide. On March 28, 2025, the Italian Government issued, as an emergency procedure, a decree-law (n. 36/2025) that dramatically modifies law no. 91/1992 on Italian citizenship. The measure, published in the Official Gazette with immediate effect, took by surprise lawyers, families, and hundreds ofRead more

The Municipality of Florence has announced the introduction of the “Ius Scholae“, an important initiative that allows foreign minors residing in Florence to obtain honorary citizenship. This symbolic measure recognizes the integration of young people who have completed at least a five-year cycle of studies in the Italian school system.   Florence Introduces the IusRead more

If you have Italian ancestors, you may be eligible to claim Italian citizenship by descent. Known as “jure sanguinis“, this process allows descendants of Italian citizens to reconnect with their heritage, access European Union benefits, and enjoy the privileges of dual citizenship. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know aboutRead more

The recent Budget Law 2025 introduces a fee of €600 for applications for the recognition of Italian citizenship. This new levy affects both those who apply administratively, at municipalities or consulates abroad, and those who choose to take the judicial route before the court. A measure that raises more than a few doubts, especially dueRead more

Updated November 2024. Italian Citizenship by descent via Judicial Process Italian law protects legitimate interests through appeals to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) and subjective rights through appeals to the civil court. It is already known that Italian citizenship is passed down by descent or can be acquired under certain conditions, which you can readRead more

The recognition of Italian citizenship by descent, a.k.a. ‘iure sanguinis’, is a fundamental right available to many descendants of Italian expatriates in foreign countries, especially in the Americas. The Court of Cassation has recently clarified the conditions necessary to obtain such recognition, with particular attention to the case of posthumous recognition, of the child ofRead more

Acquiring Italian citizenship by descent, known as jure sanguinis citizenship, is a right available to the descendants of Italian emigrants. This process can be pursued through two main avenues: the administrative route at Italian consulates worldwide or through a judicial process in Italy. The judicial procedure for citizenship recognition offers significant advantages for those residingRead more

The issue of criminal records constitutes a critical crossroads in the process of obtaining Italian citizenship and raises doubts on the balance between the right to integration and the need for public safety. Why and When the Law Denies Citizenship in the Event of a Criminal Record  The Italian legislation draws precise guidelines regarding theRead more

Italian citizenship iure sanguinis represents a fundamental right for many descendants of Italian emigrants. Based primarily on Law 555 of 1912, this form of citizenship acquisition is based on the principle of direct descent from an Italian ancestor. The acquisition process can prove complex, involving specific legal aspects and often lengthy bureaucratic procedures.   HistoryRead more