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Navigating the Schengen Rule: the Easiest Guide to Visa-Free Travel
Traveling in Europe is an enticing prospect for citizens of many nations across the globe, thanks to the visa-free travel opportunities provided under the Schengen rule. However, the nuances of this rule often cause confusion among prospective travelers. Making...
What are the benefits of obtaining the Italian dual citizenship?
With the Italian citizenship, we obtain a direct and special connection to Italy, one of the richest artistic, historical and natural heritage of the world. But which are our rights and duties? Read on to find that out according to the law. 1. Your rights in Italy As...
How the 1948 rule really works
It is enough to spot a woman in a family tree to raise a flag and spark disappointment. But is that enough to ruin your chances to Italian citizenship? Is Italian law really so backward to discriminate women from men? NO! Don't let them intimidate you and proudly get...
Travel hassle-free with your 2 passports: 3 things you must know to pass European border checks
Border police and airlines do not handle travelers with multiple passports. They expect each traveler to have ONE passport. Showing two (or more) passports at border checks led to bad results for many people I met in my experience as an immigration lawyer:...
You may not know it, but you are an Italian citizen
You might be an Italian national and not even realize it. Italian law operates on the principle of jus sanguinis (right of blood), meaning that being born to an Italian parent automatically grants you Italian citizenship, no matter where you're born. This concept...
Italian citizenship by marriage. How to cut the waiting time?
If you possess Italian citizenship, your spouse or partner has the option to acquire Italian citizenship as well. The application process is relatively straightforward and can be initiated online without delay. However, it's worth noting that obtaining the desired...
Unlocking Italy: Residency Options for Families of Italian Nationals
In today’s world, moving across borders is becoming tougher with each passing year. Visas are harder to come by limiting the freedom to choose where we want to live. Amid these challenges, holding dual citizenship is the key that unlocks the door to new opportunities...
Family Members of Italian Citizens: How to Obtain a Residence Permit
It is widely known that family members of an Italian (or EU) citizen, have a right of residence in Italy, like the souse and children. However, it is less known that other family members like siblings, adult children, grandparents and grandchildren, irrespective of...
What Happens If You Overstay in Italy and Europe?
Many tourists visiting the Schengen Zone find the 90-day limit within a six-month period enough for their trip. But as their visa's end date gets close, some think about staying longer than allowed. If you're considering overstaying your visa in Italy or any part of...
