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Italy is always a popular destination for tourism, but in recent years there has been a growing interest from those with Italian ancestry looking to reconnect with their familial heritage. In fact, 2024 was designated as the year of Roots Tourism in Italy, in an effort to attract Italian descendants back to their ancestral land. Italian Citizenship...

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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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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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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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Are you an Italian citizen residing abroad? Then, in addition to enjoying the benefits that come with Italian citizenship, you may wonder if there are any responsibilities for an Italian citizen living outside of Italy. One of the main requirements is to update the Italian government of any relevant vital events in your life, like births, marriages...

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For those who dream of buying property in Italy, the process can often be exciting as well as complicated. Here we answer some of the most commonly asked questions regarding the real estate purchase process. What are the requirements to buy property in Italy? Firstly, you do not need to be an Italian citizen or even a resident to purchase property...

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A central part of applying for Italian citizenship by descent is the retrieval of your ancestor’s vital records. Whether you are applying at an Italian consulate in the United States, a municipality in Italy, or via a court case, accurate vital records are crucial to having a successful citizenship application. It’s important to prove an unbroken c...

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