Your Parent's Italian Birth Is Your Direct Path to EU Citizenship

Despite recent decree news, children of Italian-born citizens remain eligible.
Secure your Italian passport with expert guidance from GlobalCitizens.

Concerned About the 2025
Italian Citizenship Decree?

New legislation is often misinterpreted. Here's what you need to know about your path to citizenship.

The Misconception

Many believe the March 28th, 2025 decree eliminates all paths to Italian citizenship by descent, causing unnecessary alarm and confusion for eligible applicants.

The Reality

For children of Italian-born citizens, the established jure sanguinis pathway remains valid. Your eligibility is protected under current understanding of the law.

GlobalCitizens Expert Assessment

Our legal team has thoroughly analyzed the recent decree. The changes primarily affect distant relatives beyond grandchildren and certain special cases, not the standard jure sanguinis process that applies to most grandchildren of Italian citizens.

We continue to successfully process applications for clients with Italian grandparents, maintaining our high approval rate even after the decree announcement.

However, we recommend initiating your application process soon to ensure you're covered under the current interpretation of the law.

Why Your Parent's Italian Birthright Still Applies to You

Understanding jure sanguinis (citizenship by blood descent) and how it makes you eligible for Italian citizenship.

The Basic Principle – Italian citizenship follows bloodline, not geography. If your grandparent was born an Italian citizen, that right can be passed down to you through documentation of your lineage.

Key Requirements
Your Italian-born parent must not have naturalized in another country before the birth of your parent
Your lineage must be clearly documentable through birth, marriage, and death certificates
There must be no breaks in the chain of citizenship (important date restrictions apply in some cases)

Do you qualify? Check these points

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Was your parent born in Italy?
If yes, you may qualify through direct descent.
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Did they become a US citizen before you were born?
If they naturalized after your birth, you maystill qualify.
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Can you obtain all required documentation?
Birth, marriage, and naturalization records are key toproving your eligibility.
Not sure if you qualify? Our experts can analyze your family history and confirm your eligibility.
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Unlock Europe & Your Heritage:
The Power of Dual Citizenship

An Italian passport opens doors for you and future generations of your family

EU Freedom of Movement

Live, work, and study in all 27 EU nations without visas or permits, opening doors to unparalleled opportunities.

Global Travel Advantages

Enjoy visa-free or visa-on- arrival access to over 170 countries worldwide with an Italian passport.

Expanded Career Opportunities

Access the entire EU job market and international | companies that prioritize EU citizens.

Educational Benefits

Study at prestigiousEuropean universities with drastically reduced tuition fees for EU citizens.

Reconnect With Your Heritage

Establish a legal connection to your ancestral homeland and embrace your Italian cultural identity.

Healthcare Access

Benefit from Italy's high-quality universal healthcare system when residing in Italy.

Family Benefits

Pass Italian citizenship to your children and future generations, securing their European opportunities.

Retirement Options

Gain the freedom to retire in Italy or any EU country with full legal resident status.

Dual Citizenship, Double the Advantages

The best part? You don't have to choose. You can maintain your US citizenship
while gaining all the benefits of being an Italian and EU citizen.
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Navigate the Path with Confidence:
Your Experts at GlobalCitizens

Why thousands of Americans with Italian heritage trust us with their citizenship journey

Specialized Expertise

Our team focuses exclusively on Italian citizenship applications with deep understanding of the jure sanguinis process.

Time-saving Process

We handle the complex documentation and bureaucratic procedures that would otherwise take months of your time.

Proven Success Rate

Over 95% approval rate with hundreds of successful applications for grandchildren of Italian citizens.

Document Assistance

Expert help obtaining, translating and certifying all required documents from both US and Italian sources.

Personalized Support

Your dedicated case manager guides you through every step of the process with regular updates.

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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Tate Worswick

Co-Founder & Head of Ancestry at GlobalCitizens

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Why Starting Your Application Now is Crucial

Time-sensitive considerations for your Italian citizenship journey

Processing Times

Italian citizenship applications can take 12-24 months to process. Starting now means securing your citizenship sooner rather than later.

Regulatory Changes

Immigration laws can change. Applications submitted under current regulations are
typically processed according to those rules, even if laws change during processing.

Document Availability

Older records become more difficult to
obtain over time. Securing these vital
documents now prevents potential
complications in the future.

Take Action Before Further Changes

While the recent decree preserves the pathway for grandchildren, future legislative changes arealways possible. Initiating your application now establishes your intent under current laws.

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Your Simple Path to Citizenship with Us
A clear, step-by-step process to navigate your Italian citizenship journey
Initial Consultation
We review your family history to confirm eligibility and create a personalized application strategy.
Document Collection
We guide you through gathering all required certificates and records from both US and Italian sources.
Document Preparation
We handle translations, apostilles, and certifications to ensure all documents meet Italian requirements.
Application Submission
Your completed application is submitted through the most efficient channel based on your circumstances.
Application Monitoring
We track your application's progress and address any requests for additional information.
Citizenship Recognition
Upon approval, we guide you through the final steps to obtain your Italian passport.
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Complete Support
Throughout the entire process, you'll have a dedicated case manager who keeps you updated on progress and answers any questions you may have. Our expert team handles the complex aspects of your application, making the process straightforward and stress-free.

Average time from start to finish: 12-24 months, depending on your specific situation and document availability.

Don't let your family's Italian citizenship opportunity slip away

Your ancestors preserved this birthright for you - take action now to secure it for
yourself and future generations

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