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Italian Citizenship Law: Follow Ancestry Bill Updates
The Italian Parliament is currently discussing several bills that could change how people can claim Italian citizenship through their ancestry. These changes might affect many who are looking to become Italian citizens based on their family history. Let’s break down...
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How to Apply for Italian Citizenship by Residency
Applying for Italian citizenship by residency requires meeting specific legal residency requirements. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you through the process. Residency Requirements Non-EU Citizens: Must have at least 10 years of legal residency in Italy. EU...
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Italian Paperwork Made Easy with Self-Certifications
Facing the jungle of Italian bureaucracy is disheartening - I hear you! - but there’s a tool that can really simplify the process: Autocertificazioni (self-certifications or statutory declarations). Since 2012, these have been a game-changer for many. Here’s how they...
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Get Your Papers in Italy Digitally
Did you know you can now get your official Italian certificates in a digital format? Here's how it works and what you need to know. As a specialized lawyer in the Italian administration, I have successfully filed at least 5,000 applications with digital certificates...
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How Ancestors’ Naturalization Affects Your Italian Citizenship
Are you applying for Italian citizenship through your ancestors? Their naturalization status can impact your eligibility. Recent Italian Supreme Court decisions have added complications for some applicants. Find out if these changes affect you and learn your best...
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Smart and Free: Securing Your Italian Residency with Family
Securing residency in Italy requires a strategic approach, especially for family members. The main requirement is to reside at the same address with the Italian citizen. Sometimes this is easy, especially for spouses or young children. In some other cases it may...
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New Law: Your Second Chance at Italian Citizenship
Thought you missed your chance to get Italian citizenship through your family history? It's time for a second look. Right now, Italy is considering a new law that could make it easier for people with Italian roots to become citizens without having to move and reside...
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Get Italian Citizenship Through Your Parents
Did you know that if one of your parents became an Italian citizen while you were under 18, you might be an Italian citizen too? This lesser-known aspect of Italian law can grant you Italian citizenship automatically—even if you or your parents were not originally...
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The Future of Italian Dual Citizenship: What Applicants Need to Know
Since January 2024 Italy is discussing changes to how people can get dual citizenship by descent. This means that it may become harder to prove you're connected enough to Italy to become a citizen. For all descendants a pivotal requirement is the demonstration of...