Criteria for eligibility

• You are of Italian descent or were adopted by at least one person of Italian descent as a minor (21 if born before 1975; 18 if born after 1975)
• At least one of your Italian-born ancestors was alive and an Italian citizen after the year of 1861 (the Italian unification)

How do I prove my Italian ancestry for citizenship?

Italian citizenship is granted by birth through the paternal line, with no limit on the number of generations, or through the maternal line for individuals born after January 1, 1948. This is referred to as citizenship by descent, jus sanguinis.

How can an American claim Italian citizenship?

An applicant can acquire Italian citizenship by jure sanguinis (by right of blood – or descent), citizenship by marriage or citizenship by residence. However, for Americans applying for citizenship by descent remains perhaps the most popular way.

Does US allow dual citizenship with Italy?

You can get dual citizenship in USA and Italy if you can prove you have Italian ancestry. Since 1992, Italy has allowed dual citizenship with the United States, and you will not need to renounce your American citizenship during the process of applying.

What documents are needed for Italian citizenship?

Documents needed to become Italian citizens

• A photocopy of ID, passport, residence permit/certificate of stay and of the Italian identity card.
• A photocopy of the birth certificate, complete with all general information (translated and legalized or apostilled) provided by the authorities of the country of origin.

Can I get Italian citizenship through my great grandparents?

If your grandfather was born in Italy and was an Italian citizen when your parent was born, it’s possible to apply for Italian citizenship through grandparents. However, you can only qualify in this way if your parent has not since renounced their right to Italian citizenship.

What documents do I need for Italian citizenship?

Documentation requirements can vary slightly from consulate to consulate, however the following documents must be provided to support your application:

• Birth Certificates from the “Commune’ in Italy.
• Death Certificates.
• Marriage Certificates from Italy.
• Naturalization Certificates.
• Your Personal Civil Records.

  Can I get Italian citizenship through my grandfather?

  How much does it cost to get Italian citizenship?

  As a rule, the dual Italian citizenship process can cost anywhere between $500 – $10,000.

  How to reacquire your Italian citizenship in the US?

  Well, two things: (a) You have the right to reacquire your Italian citizenship if you wish. You would make a declaration of your intention to reacquire your citizenship at your local consulate. Then, within one year of making that declaration, you would establish residence in Italy.

  Can a dual US and Italian citizen live in Italy?

  After 1992 Italy allows dual citizenship with the United States. As long as you can prove your Italian ancestry, you can become an Italian citizen. Italy does not require you to renounce your citizenship(s) when you claim your Dual citizenship.

  How to become an Italian citizen with IDC?

  Our IDC Italian citizenship assistance team helps people like you learn how to become an Italian citizen and realize their dream of dual citizenship.

  What are the benefits of becoming an Italian citizen?

  The most important benefit of obtaining Italian citizenship is the possibility of living and working in Italy stress-free. Once you become an Italian citizen, you will no longer need to think about visa renewal periods. Also, Italian citizenship grants access to all other EU member states. 2. Study in Italy