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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...

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...

Navigating the path to Italian citizenship through maternal lineage can be confusing, largely due to prevalent misinformation. Here's a simplified step-by-step guide to help you determine whether you have a valid '1948 case' and can claim your birthright. Step #1:...

Misinformation has spread like wildfire, causing a myriad of misconceptions about the possibility of acquiring Italian citizenship through maternal lineage. Are your dreams of becoming an Italian citizen crushed if you spot a woman in your family tree? Absolutely not!...

If you're involved in a same-sex relationship with an Italian national, it's important to be aware of your rights, regardless of whether you live in Italy or elsewhere. Outside of Italy, your rights are regulated by the local laws. In Italy, same-sex relationships can...

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...

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...

Parliament Act of 5 February 1992 no 91 New Norms on Italian Nationality Gazzetta Ufficiale of 15 February 1992 no 38 Date of entry into force:15 August 1992 Updated text as of 24 April 2019 By Lara Olivetti, CC - Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-ND...

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...