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While some Italian citizenship by descent applications are submitted at an Italian consulate, alternatively some must go through a judicial proceeding with a “1948 case”. If you are petitioning the Italian courts for citizenship by descent, you may have questions regarding the legal process, how the case is filed, and if you are able to choose the...

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Starting in January 2025, Italy is implementing significant changes to its visa and citizenship processes, impacting both long-term visa applicants and those seeking Italian citizenship by descent. These updates reflect Italy’s effort to enhance security and streamline administrative procedures, addressing increasing demand and rising costs. Beginn...

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If you’re interested in applying for Italian citizenship by descent, understanding the eligibility requirements is the first crucial step. Recently, there has been an update in how the Italian citizenship law is being interpreted, affecting cases with the so-called “minor age” issue. This article will explain the new developments and changes, how t...

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If you are pursuing Italian citizenship by descent, the first step is determining your eligibility. However, you may have multiple Italian-born ancestors and are unsure which is the best ancestor to apply through. Therefore, it’s crucial to begin with a preliminary step of piecing together the details in your family tree, including dates and places...

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Embarking on the journey to Italian dual citizenship is exciting and leads to a lifetime of benefits that can be passed down to future generations. Once you have determined that you are eligible, the next question is commonly, which documents are required for a successful application? More specifically, which documents do I need from Italy and how...

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The prospect of moving to Italy is an exciting one and many are curious about how to buy or rent property in Italy. However, this process can differ whether you are a citizen of a European Union country or a non-EU citizen in regards to how long you are allowed to stay in Italy and the additional benefits that only citizens or residents can take ad...

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What if your family’s immigration story bypassed the iconic Ellis Island, heading straight to the sunny shores of San Diego? Join us as we sit down with Tom Cesarini, founder of Convivio, who uncovers his rich Sicilian heritage and shares his family’s unique journey to America. From working in a macaroni factory to establishing a vibrant enclave in...

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Embarking on the journey to acquire Italian citizenship by descent means connecting with your ancestral roots and enjoying the benefits of dual citizenship, like the ability to live, work, and study visa-free in all 27 EU member countries. However, you may also wonder if there are situations where you might lose your Italian citizenship. This artic...

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Dear friends, it has been a very, very busy but exciting June for all of us here at We the Italians. We started it in New York's Little Italy with the opening party of the magnificent Red Sauce Studio, the latest genius brainchild of John Viola and the group that makes the Italian American Podcast with him, including my friends Rossella Rago and Pa...

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There are countless benefits to being an Italian dual citizen, such as visa-free travel to over 160 countries, but many also wonder if they will be required to pay taxes in Italy. Understanding that tax law in any country is often complicated and confusing, it’s a common concern that one’s tax implications may be more complex being a citizen of two...

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