{"id":4809,"date":"2025-05-22T16:05:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T14:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/?p=4809"},"modified":"2025-05-22T16:05:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T14:05:35","slug":"italian-citizenship-by-descent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/en\/italian-citizenship-by-descent\/","title":{"rendered":"Italian citizenship by descent"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many individuals with Italian ancestry, the opportunity to gain Italian citizenship by descent (or Jure Sanguinis) is a meaningful way to reconnect with their heritage while enjoying the benefits of dual citizenship with Italy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are interested in becoming a dual citizen of Italy or simply seeking to establish your Italian nationality by descent, understanding the process and requirements is essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, our <\/span><b>specialized Italian immigration lawyers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will explain deeply how to get citizenship for Italy through jure sanguinis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Italian Citizenship by Descent?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian citizenship by descent, also known as <\/span><b>Jure Sanguinis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or Iure Sanguinis, allows individuals with Italian lineage to claim their right to Italian nationality through their bloodline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike other pathways to citizenship, such as naturalization, <\/span><b>Italian nationality by descent recognizes the unbroken transmission of Italian citizenship<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from parent to child, <\/span><b>even across multiple generations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means you could potentially qualify for Italian citizenship in Italy if your distant ancestors were Italian citizens.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian citizenship requirements<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility for dual citizenship with Italy and the USA (or other countries) depends on specific Italian citizenship requirements, linked to our recent history, in particular two dates:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March 17<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">th<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 1861: birth of the Kingdom of Italy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January 1<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">st<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 1948: birth of the Italian Republic and new rights for women.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, you may qualify for Italian citizenship by descent if<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have at least <strong>one ancestor who was an Italian citizen at the time their child was born<\/strong>. This means the Italian ancestor must have passed away after March 17th, 1861. Therefore, if they had a child abroad (who acquired a third country citizenship by jus soli and not the Italian citizenship) and then died before that date, the child is not entitled to Italian citizenship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The transmission of citizenship occurred only if the <strong>ancestor did not renounce Italian citizenship<\/strong> or naturalized in another country before the birth of their child who links you to Italy.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">You can provide the necessary documents to prove your lineage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that <\/span><b>women can only transmit italian citizenship starting from January 1<\/b><b>st<\/b><b>, 1948<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the date the Italian Constitution came into effect, and only by filing an appeal with the Italian court.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those wondering about <\/span><b>Italian citizenship by descent great grandparent, the rules are the same.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The key is demonstrating a direct, unbroken line of Italian nationality from your great-grandparent to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian nationality by descent documents<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The documents required for italian nationality by descent may vary depending on the place where you decide to submit your application and your family situation, but generally, they include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extract of the<\/span><b> birth certificate of the Italian ancestor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who emigrated abroad, issued by the Italian municipality where they were born.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Birth certificates of all their direct descendants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including the claimant&#8217;s own birth certificate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Death certificates of all their direct descendants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Marriage and, if necessary, divorce certificates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of all the people in the direct bloodline, including the claimant&#8217;s own birth certificate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A certificate issued by the competent authorities of the foreign country of emigration stating that the Italian ancestor who emigrated from Italy did not acquire the citizenship of the foreign country before the birth of the claimant&#8217;s ascendant.*<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*This is one of the most important and hard to get documents needed for Italian citizenship by descent as we\u2019ll see in the next sections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birth, marriage, and death certificates must be in <\/span><b>full-text format<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including any annotations\/corrections present in the records.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Names on all documents (marriage, death, etc.) must match the names as stated on birth certificates. <\/span><b>Any discrepancy on the documents must be amended<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documents issued by foreign authorities must be <\/span><b>translated and, if necessary, legalized or apostilled<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in accordance with the law.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further explanation on the documents needed and legalization to get citizenship for Italy are in the following sections.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Apply for Italian Citizenship by Descent<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process of applying for Italian citizenship by descent involves several steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Gather documentation for Italy jure sanguinis<\/strong>: collect all the documents, including birth, marriage, and death certificates for each generation connecting you to your Italian ancestor. Remember that these documents may need to be translated and legalized.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet the requirements for dual citizenship Italy: ensure you meet the Italian citizenship requirements, such as proving that no ancestor renounced their Italian citizenship before the birth of the next generation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose your application path:<br \/>\n<\/span>&#8211; apply through an Italian consulate in your country of residence.<br \/>\n&#8211; apply directly in Italy, which can sometimes expedite the process. This is an excellent option for those already living or planning to live in Italy<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Submit Your Application: depending on your location, applying for Italian citizenship in Italy may offer a faster and more immersive experience, but consular applications are equally valid.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain Italian citizenship by descent through Italian Consulate<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most popular ways to obtain Italian citizenship by descent is by applying through the Italian Consulate in your country of residence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While applying through the <\/span><b>consulate can be convenient, waiting times may vary significantly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depending on the consulate&#8217;s workload.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/consnewyork.esteri.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Checklist.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">download here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a full checklist of the documents needed for citizenship for Italy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting Italian citizenship in Italy<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those seeking a faster route, getting Italian citizenship by descent in Italy is another excellent option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This process involves relocating to Italy and filing your application directly with the local municipality (comune). <\/span><b>By establishing residency, you can significantly reduce the processing time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> compared to consular applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this method requires careful planning, as you must maintain legal residency in Italy until the process is complete.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that <\/span><b>it\u2019s possible to apply for Italian citizenship in Italy even if you don\u2019t have a visa and the relating residence permit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but you can get a \u201cwaiting for citizenship residence permit\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting citizenship in Italy through tribunal<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For individuals who face extreme delays or rejections at the consulate, getting citizenship in Italy through the tribunal is an effective alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This legal route is especially important for applicants whose eligibility falls under specific circumstances, such as <\/span><b>cases where the Italian ancestor is a female who gave birth before January 1<\/b><b>st<\/b><b>, 1948.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In such cases, women were not allowed to pass on their citizenship automatically, but applicants can now appeal through the Italian tribunal to assert their right.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The judicial process involves <\/span><b>filing a case in an Italian court with the assistance of a qualified Italian citizenship lawyer <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specializing in Italian nationality by descent (you don\u2019t need to move to Italy).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This route is often chosen by individuals who have been rejected by consulates or those who prefer a definitive legal resolution. Many applicants have successfully applied for Italian citizenship and gained their nationality through this method.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document Legalization and Translation for Italian Citizenship by descent\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper document legalization and translation are essential steps in this process, as the Italian government mandates that all foreign-issued documents be recognized as valid under Italian law.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legalization and apostille for Italian citizenship<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legalization means that you must bring the documents and related translations to the Italian consulate to authenticate them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the country is part of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcch.net\/en\/states\/hcch-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hague Apostille Convention<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the document can be legalized through an apostille through a local office usually of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translating documents into Italian<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The translation must be done by an authorized translator in Italy or abroad. Note that also the translation must be legalized or apostilled.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is not mandatory to translate the Apostille.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Dual Citizenship in Italy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acquiring dual citizenship Italy offers numerous advantages. As a dual citizen, you can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reside, work, and study freely in any EU member state.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain access to healthcare and social benefits in Italy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy visa-free travel to over 180 countries with an Italian passport.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass on your Italian nationality to future generations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How we can help you at SH Immigration Specialists\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At SH Immigration Specialists, we are experts in Italian citizenship by descent and immigration services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our agency provides comprehensive guidance and support to foreign nationals looking to navigate the complexities of Italian bureaucracy. Here\u2019s how we offer a customised Italian citizenship help:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feasibility and Requirement Check: We evaluate the feasibility of your case, verify the Italian dual citizenship requirements, review documents, and identify the best path to take.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Judicial Applications: For those facing legal challenges, we assist with applications through the Italian tribunal, ensuring a strong case for your Italian nationality by descent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Municipality Applications: We guide those already living in Italy with a valid residence permit to apply for Italian citizenship by descent in Italy at their local municipality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residency-Based Applications: For individuals not yet residing in Italy but planning to move (e.g., dual citizenship USA and Italy seekers who can travel to Italy without a visa), we facilitate obtaining a residence permit for citizenship while awaiting recognition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration of Citizenship: We handle the registration of the citizenship decree in the municipal registry (anagrafe).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian Passport Appointment: Once your citizenship is recognized, we help secure your appointment to obtain the Italian passport.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appeals to the Administrative Court (TAR): If your Italian citizenship by descent application has been denied, we assist in filing an appeal with the TAR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translation of Documents: We ensure all necessary documents are accurately translated into Italian, meeting the requirements for dual citizenship in Italy applications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/contatti\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"citizenship for italy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-1030x515.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.shimmigrations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/citizenship-for-italy-2048x1024.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a <strong>specialized italian immigration agency<\/strong>, we provide a wide range of services, including assistance with entry visas, residence permits, family reunifications, citizenship applications, work permits under the decreto flussi, and amnesty requests.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our mission is to simplify the administrative process by offering personalized legal support and tailored consultancy, making getting citizenship in Italy or securing immigration permits a seamless experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normativa e circolari<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amblima.esteri.it\/resource\/2007\/03\/12736_f_amb61Legge13giugno1912n_555sullacittadinanzaitaliana.htm?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L. n. 555 del 13 giugno 1912<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; on Italian citizenship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gazzettaufficiale.it\/eli\/id\/1992\/02\/15\/092G0162\/sg?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L. n. 91 del 5 febbraio 1992<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; latest citizenship law.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gazzettaufficiale.it\/eli\/id\/2001\/02\/20\/001G0049\/sg?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">D.P.R. n. 445 del 28 dicembre 2000<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; new public administration rules<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.esteri.it\/mae\/normative\/normativa_consolare\/serviziconsolari\/cittadinanza\/circk28_1991.pdf?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circolare del Ministero dell&#8217;Interno n. K.28.1 dell&#8217;8 Aprile 1991 &#8220;Riconoscimento del possesso dello status civitatis italiano ai cittadini stranieri di ceppo italiano&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.esteri.it\/mae\/normative\/normativa_consolare\/serviziconsolari\/cittadinanza\/circk28_1991.pdf?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circolare del Ministero dell&#8217;Interno n. K.28.1.170 del 24 Febbraio 2003 &#8220;Problematiche legate al rimpatrio dei cittadini argentini di origine italiana&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dait.interno.gov.it\/servizi-demografici\/circolari\/circolare-n26-del-1deg-giugno-2007?utm_source=Comune%20di%20Siena&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=\/Il-Comune\/Servizi-Demografici\/Stato-civile\/Acquisto-cittadinanza-per-discendenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circolare del Ministero dell&#8217;Interno n. 26 del 1\u00b0 Giugno 2007\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-4813 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_4813, body .eap_section_title_4813 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-4813.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-4813.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-4813.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-4813.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-4813.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_4813\">FAQ &#8211; Italian citizenship by descent<\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1747922531\"><div id=\"sp-ea-4813\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48130\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48130\" aria-controls=\"collapse48130\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What's jure sanguinis Italy?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48130\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48130\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Jure sanguinis or jure sanguis is the official definition of the Italian citizenship by descent.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48131\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48131\" aria-controls=\"collapse48131\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is it possible to gain Italian citizenship by descent great grandparent?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48131\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48131\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, if you can trace an unbroken line of citizenship and meet the necessary criteria.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48132\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48132\" aria-controls=\"collapse48132\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is dual citizenship Italy allowed between the USA and Italy? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48132\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48132\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, both the USA and Italy permit dual citizenship. Becoming a dual citizen of Italy and the USA will not require you to renounce your American nationality.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48133\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48133\" aria-controls=\"collapse48133\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What if my ancestor became a naturalized citizen in another country? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48133\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48133\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This could affect eligibility. However, if the naturalization occurred after the birth of the next descendant in your line, you may still qualify for Italian citizenship by descent.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48134\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48134\" aria-controls=\"collapse48134\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Why pursue dual citizen Italy?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48134\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48134\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">From rediscovering your Italian heritage to unlocking a world of opportunities, dual citizenship in Italy offers unmatched benefits. Whether you are passionate about reconnecting with your roots, exploring Italy\u2019s culture, or enjoying the practical advantages of EU citizenship, the journey to acquire Italian citizenship is a rewarding one.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-48135\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse48135\" aria-controls=\"collapse48135\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is it possible to apply for Italian citizenship if I'm citizen of an other country?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse48135\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4813\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-48135\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It's possible to apply for Italy citizenship even if you're not a third-country citizen but you legally live in that country.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-4813-6aa10f41d9bd1\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What&#039;s jure sanguinis Italy?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Jure sanguinis or jure sanguis is the official definition of the Italian citizenship by descent.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it possible to gain Italian citizenship by descent great grandparent?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, if you can trace an unbroken line of citizenship and meet the necessary criteria.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is dual citizenship Italy allowed between the USA and Italy? \", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, both the USA and Italy permit dual citizenship. 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