What is the Italian Citizenship Judicial Path?

The Judicial Path is one of four paths to Italian citizenship by descent, processed through Italy's regional courts (Tribunale Ordinario). It typically takes 18-24 months and involves document preparation, court filing, and legal proceedings.

What does the service include?

Complete citizenship application support including: vital records collection, apostille authentication, certified Italian translation, court petition filing, case monitoring, legal representation at hearings, and registration of vital records in Italian municipality.

What is the money-back guarantee?

GlobalCitizens offers a 100% money-back guarantee. If the judge does not approve your citizenship application, you pay nothing. No passport? No payment.

Unlock Your Italian Birthright

Gain EU citizenship via the Judicial Path in Italy

Let our experts handle the complexities while you dream about your European future. We manage every document, translation, and courtroom detail end-to-end—and if the judge says no, you pay nothing. No passport? No payment. That's our promise.

"My stay in Umbria was more than just fulfilling a residency requirement - it was a deeply personal journey back to my family's roots. The experience was priceless."

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Caroline B

Now an Italian Citizen

October 15th, 2013

“We’re not just a nation of immigrants, we’re a nation of emigrants. We’re shaped by both voice and exit.”

DECEMBER 5TH, 2020

“Vote with your feet.”

DECEMBER 12TH, 2021

“The number one thing for a Web 3.0 founder is global mobility”.

JULY 17TH, 2022

“The right to exit is the most important right”.

NOVEMBER 5TH, 2022

“Cash is king, but passport is queen”.

NOVEMBER 5TH, 2022

“Mobility is liquidity”.

MAY 4TH, 2023

“Location is more important than allocation”.

Which Path Best Applies For You?

Four Paths to Italian Citizenship

Administrative

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Judicial

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Judicial Process

A clear, step-by-step process to navigate your Italian citizenship journey

DOCUMENT PREPARATION PHASE

Document Collection

Collect all essential vital records from your Italian lineage, incuding birth, marriage, and death certificates for yourself, your parents, and grandparents. We'll help you understand which documents are necessary and procure additional records like baptismal records or documents showing legal name changes and divorces.

Document Legalization

All non-Italian documents must be authenticated with an Apostille to be valid in Italy. Each document (except specific exemptions like naturalization records from USCIS) requires appropriate apostille according to the 1961 Hague Convention.

Translation and Certification

We manage the translation of your documents into Italian, ensuring each translation is certified for accuracy through official certification by a judicial authority in Italy or through certification of conformity by your local Italian consulate.

COURT PROCEEDINGS PHASE

Filing Your Petition

We prepare and file your petition in court, detailing your eligibility for Italian citizenship by descent, and highlighting all pertinent aspects of your family history and applicable laws.

Case Monitoring

After filing, your case will be assigned a number and a judge. We closely monitor the progress and inform you when the judge schedules the first hearing, keeping you updated on any changes.

Court Proceedings

Our legal team manages the court hearings, where the judge evaluates the case. Most cases are resolved in a single hearing, though some may require a follow-up hearing for additional clarifications

Final Judgment

The final judgment, typically issued within 6-12 months from the last hearing, will confirm your italian citizenship if successful. This judgment is your key to officially becoming an Italian citizen.

COMPLETION PHASE

Judicial Process

A clear, step-by-step process to navigate your Italian citizenship journey

DOCUMENT PREPARATION PHASE

Document Collection

Document Legalization

Translation and Certification

COURT PROCEEDINGS PHASE

Filing Your Petition

We prepare and file your petition in court, detailing your eligibility for Italian citizenship by descent, and highlighting all pertinent aspects of your family history and applicable laws.

Case Monitoring

After filing, your case will be assigned a number and a judge. We closely monitor the progress and inform you when the judge schedules the first hearing, keeping you updated on any changes.

Court Proceedings

Our legal team manages the court hearings, where the judge evaluates the case. Most cases are resolved in a single hearing, though some may require a follow-up hearing for additional clarifications

Final Judgment

COMPLETION PHASE

Why Choose Italian Citizenship by Descent?

For Professionals Achieve Career Freedom

Gain seamless access to the EU’s 27 countries for work, travel, and business. Unlock visa-free travel, expand your professional network, and access exclusive EU entrepreneurship programs.

For Families Secure Your Family’s Legacy

Pass down Italian citizenship to your children, giving them access to high-quality education, a strong healthcare system, and lifelong cultural connections. Celebrate and preserve your Irish heritage for generations.

For Retirees Live the Life You Deserve

Embrace Italian unmatched quality of life, breathtaking landscapes, and a robust healthcare system tailored to retirees. Enjoy a peaceful lifestyle enriched by Italy warm community spirit.

Discover Your Pathway

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Judicial petition path

Italian Courts

As of June 22, 2022, judicial cases are heard in one of 26 regional courts, called a "Tribunale Ordinario."

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GlobalCitizens keeps all your data and the documents that support your ancestral line - easily accessible and up to date. Changes sync across your application, eliminating busy work and keeping you and your family on the same page

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Select Your Qualifying Ancestor:

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⏱️ Est. Processing Time

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Get everyone in your family their Italian citizenship at once! Each additional family member significantly reduces the per-person cost.

Additional Adults (18+)

Spouse, siblings, or adult children

Minor Children (Under 18)

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If You Go Italian Attorney Route:

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Record Retrieval

Birth, marriage, death certificates

$199

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Document Authentications

Apostilles and certifications

$94

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Professional Translations

Certified translations required

$247

DOCUMENTATION COSTS

$540

Plus 30 hrs of your time + Legal fees

Your GlobalPassport Investment

What You Pay:

Principal Applicant

$5,000

Additional Adults

0 x $2,500

Minor Children

0 x $750

Total Investment

$5,000

Documentation Costs

$540

Your Time Value (30 hrs @ $50/hr)

$1,500

Italian Attorney Fees

$5,000

Total If You Go Local Attorney

$7,040

YOU SAVE

$2,040

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1 family member included
$5,000 per passport

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$5,500

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Family Add-Ons (Price change on Sept 2)

Category	Current Price	Sept 2 Price
Spouse	$750	$1,000
Minor Child	$500	$750
Adult Child	$2,250 (50% off base)	$2,750

Note:

Family pricing applies only to your immediate family — your spouse, children, and grandchildren.

Extended relatives (siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, etc.) fall under a separate program and are not included in these rates. Each family member files individually; discounts are applied per person.

Recently Approved Clients

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Brad P.

Recognized April 22nd

"I definitely felt like pride after I got it. Like, this happened. Now we have it. And I'm so glad we did it. So thank you for making it happen"

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Caroline B.

Recognized March 5th

“I was really hopeful id make it through despite the ‘minor issue’! I definitely applied just in time. Thanks for all your help!”

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Joanne M.

Recognized May 9th

“The moment I received confirmation, it felt like a door had opened—not just for me, but for generations of my family. I’m deeply grateful for the care and clarity GlobalPassport brought to this life-changing journey.”

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Our Promise to You

At GlobalCitizens, we understand that pursuing Italian citizenship is a deeply personal journey connecting you toyour heritage. We're committed to making this process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Our team stays current with all legislative changes, including the recent April 2025 decree, to ensure your applicationmeets all requirements. We guarantee transparent communication throughout the process, from initial consultationto the day you receive your Italian passport.

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Gain EU citizenship via the Judicial Path in Italy

Four Paths to Italian Citizenship