Heritage Reconnection
Claim your Italian ancestry
EU Mobility Rights
Live and work in Europe
Italian Citizenship by Descent allows individuals with Italian ancestry to reclaim their citizenship and enjoy the benefits of EU membership. This solution is ideal for those seeking to reconnect with their heritage while gaining access to European residency, employment, and education opportunities. The process involves proving lineage through official documentation and navigating Italy’s legal framework. CCLEX provides expert guidance to streamline your application and maximise success.
Benefits
Live and work freely
Italian citizenship provides full access to the European Union, allowing you to live, work, and study across member states without restrictions.
Reclaim your identity
This solution enables you to formally reconnect with your Italian roots, preserving cultural identity and family legacy for future generations.
Pass citizenship onward
Once granted, Italian citizenship can be passed to descendants, offering long-term advantages for your family’s global mobility.
Apply from abroad
Applicants do not need to reside in Italy during the process, making it accessible to individuals living anywhere in the world.
Retain existing nationality
Italy permits dual citizenship, allowing you to maintain your current nationality while enjoying Italian and EU rights.
Explore globally with ease
Italian passport holders benefit from visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 190 countries worldwide.
Reclaim Your Italian Citizenship Today
Who is this for
Italian Citizenship by Descent offers a pathway for individuals with Italian ancestry to reclaim their heritage and secure EU citizenship. This solution is ideal for those seeking enhanced mobility, access to European education and healthcare, and a deeper connection to their Italian roots. It is especially relevant for those whose ancestors emigrated from Italy generations ago and who meet the legal criteria for recognition.
Ideal for:
- Individuals with documented Italian ancestry (e.g. grandparents or great-grandparents born in Italy).Those whose Italian ancestors never renounced their citizenship before the next generation was born.
- Applicants seeking EU citizenship benefits such as visa-free travel, work rights, and education access.
- People from countries like the US, Canada, Argentina, Brazil, and Australia with large Italian diaspora communities.
- Those interested in reconnecting with their cultural heritage and family history.
Why this country
Why Italy
Italy offers more than just citizenship, it opens the door to a rich cultural legacy, world-class healthcare, and full access to the European Union. As a founding EU member, Italy provides its citizens with the right to live, work, and study across Europe. Its legal framework supports dual citizenship and recognises ancestral ties, making it one of the most accessible and heritage-driven citizenship programmes globally. Reclaiming Italian citizenship is not only a legal right but a meaningful reconnection with history, identity, and opportunity.
Key Contacts
Dr. Jean-Philippe Chetcuti
Dr. Antoine Saliba Haig
Magdalena Velkovska
Reclaim Your Italian Citizenship Today
Requirements
Legal Basis
Italian citizenship by descent is governed by Law No. 91/1992, which recognises citizenship transmission through paternal and maternal lines, subject to specific conditions and documentation.
Eligibility Requirements Explained
Applicants must prove uninterrupted Italian lineage without naturalisation of ancestors prior to the birth of the next generation. Documentation must include birth, marriage, and death certificates.
Investment Requirements Overview
This solution does not require any financial investment or contribution. The process is based solely on ancestry and legal documentation.
Due Diligence & Vetting
All submitted documents must be apostilled, translated into Italian, and verified by the relevant consulate or municipality in Italy.
Process/Timeline
Evaluate eligibility and lineage
We begin by assessing your ancestry and eligibility based on available documentation and family history.
Gather official certificates
We assist in collecting and preparing birth, marriage, and death certificates from relevant jurisdictions.
Translate and apostille documents
All documents are translated into Italian and apostilled to meet legal requirements for submission.
File with consulate or comune
We submit your application to the appropriate Italian authority, either via consulate or directly in Italy.
Monitor progress and outcome
We track your application, respond to queries, and ensure timely approval and issuance of citizenship.
FAQs
[question]Who qualifies for Italian Citizenship by Descent?[/question]
[answer]Individuals with Italian ancestors who did not renounce theircitizenship before the birth of the next generation may qualify. Documentationmust prove uninterrupted lineage.[/answer]
[question]Can I apply if my ancestor was naturalised?[/question]
[answer]You may still qualify if the naturalisation occurred after the birth of the next descendant. Each case requires detailed document review.[/answer]
[question]Do I need to speak Italian to apply?[/question]
[answer]No language requirement applies for citizenship by descent. However, knowledge of Italian may be beneficial for integration.[/answer]
[question]How long does the process take?[/question]
[answer]Processing times vary by consulate and municipality, ranging from 12 to 36 months depending on complexity and backlog[/answer]
[question]Can my children obtain citizenship too?[/question]
[answer]Yes, once you are recognised as an Italiancitizen, your minor children may also be eligible through descent.[/answer]
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