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View Country GuideAnyone with an unbroken bloodline from an Italian-born ancestor, as long as no one in the direct line renounced their Italian citizenship before the next descendant’s birth. It is based on the principle of Jure Sanguinis
No, there’s no limit. Italian citizenship is passed indefinitely, provided there was no interruption due to naturalization.
Birth, marriage, and death certificates for all ancestors in the direct line, plus proof of the Italian ancestor’s naturalization status. Documents must be apostilled and translated into Italian.
Yes, if they naturalized after the birth of their child.
Applications in Italy may be faster, around 12-24 months.
Yes, minor children automatically receive citizenship if included in your application.
No language requirement for citizenship by descent.
At GlobalPassport, we understand that pursuing Italian citizenship is a deeply personal journey connecting you toyour heritage. We're committed to making this process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Our team stays current with all legislative changes, including the recent April 2025 decree, to ensure your applicationmeets all requirements. We guarantee transparent communication throughout the process, from initial consultationto the day you receive your Italian passport.
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Co-Founder & Head of Ancestry at GlobalPassport
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