If you are among the many with ancestors born in Italy and have always been curious about reconnecting to your lineage and perhaps pursuing gaining Italian Citizenship the time is now. 

There has quite possibly never been a better time to pursue dual Citizenship and open up the possibilities of carrying Citizenship in Italy. As Italy continues to grow in popularity amongst travelers from around the world, being someone who holds Italian citizenship allows you to take advantage of all that Italy has to offer. Obtaining Italian Citizenship you get to experience Italy in a way that some would argue is much more abundant than that of a general tourist. It makes you a member of both Italy and the EU, opening up so many new and exciting possibilities.

Italian citizenship by descent, often known as “jus sanguinis” (right of blood), is a legal procedure that enables people of Italian heritage to obtain Italian citizenship. 

So, what does the process of Italian Citizenship by Descent look like?

To qualify for Italian citizenship by descent, you must have Italian ancestors. Generally, this applies to individuals with at least one Italian parent, grandparent, or, in some cases, great-grandparent. The specific requirements can vary, and you may need to prove your ancestral lineage through various documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and more.

You will begin the process with collecting the necessary documents to prove your ancestry. This may include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates and other documents that establish a direct line of descent from your Italian ancestor. Our @ITALY team will walk you through each step and assist you in gathering and providing all the necessary documents. Once we have gathered all the needed documentation we will assist you in submitting your application for Italian Citizenship through your nearest Italian consulate or embassy. The application process can vary depending on your specific circumstances, ancestor documents etc. 

After submitting the application Italian authorities will review and verify your eligibility. Once approved you will be required to take an oath of allegiance to Italy, this is typically done at your Italian consulate or embassy. After taking the oath and covering any and all other requirements you will be granted Italian citizenship. You will receive a certificate of Italian citizenship and you will then be able to apply for an Italian passport if you wish.

With the decision to obtain Italian Citizenship you gain the right to work and live in Italy. You gain access to healthcare, education and more. As a bonus, becoming a citizen of Italy grants you the ability to freely travel anywhere in Europe.

As Italy is a piece of history, beauty and wonder why wouldn’t you want to take the easy and few steps of becoming an Italian Citizen by descent. It’s finally time to reconnect to your heritage like never before and with @ITALY’s Citizenship by Descent Packages, the process is made even easier. We make it simple and do the work for you. Setting you up for success and placing a new world of possibilities at your fingertips! 

Let’s get things started today.. “La Dolce Vita” never sounded so good!