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By Fast Track Italian Citizenship
At Fast Track Italian Citizenship a team of experts will guide you through each step of your application!
Through the principle of Jure Sanguinis (right of blood) you can deepen your connection to your Italian heritage and embrace your family’s history and culture.
To apply for Italian citizenship by descent, the key requirement is having Italian ancestry. This means that if your parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were born in Italy, you might qualify for citizenship through Jure Sanguinis. Notably, there is no strict generational limit, provided the lineage is direct and straightforward.
Additionally, any relatives who share the same Italian-born ancestor, such as siblings, cousins, or other family members, could also be eligible to apply.
The Jure Sanguinis application process can be a complex and challenging process and entails the preparation of a citizenship kit to be approved by Italian authorities. The necessary documentation may vary depending on the specifics of each case; the citizenship application, indeed, is a wonderful journey that needs to be tailored according to each applicant’s family tree and history. This is what makes each process unique.
With that in mind, having some guidelines can help you gather the required documents. Here’s what you need to know:
Step 1: Confirming your eligibility
The first step in claiming Italian citizenship is determining your eligibility, which fundamentally depends on having Italian-born ancestry. There is no generational limit, meaning you can trace your lineage back through as many generations as necessary. However, eligibility is confirmed only if your Italian-born ancestor either never naturalized as a citizen of another country or naturalized after their child (your direct ancestor) became an adult. This ensures that the chain of Italian citizenship remains unbroken.
If you are unsure about your eligibility and how to proceed if you qualify, you can avail of our free discovery call to find it out.
Step 2: Building your citizenship kit
After completing thorough genealogical research to confirm your eligibility, the next step is to assemble a comprehensive citizenship kit, which serves as the key point for proving your Italian ancestry.
This kit must include all vital records related to you and your family, such as birth, marriage, death, and divorce certificates. Each document must be properly legalized and translated into Italian. Accurate translations are essential to ensure consular officers can accurately evaluate your application. At FTIC we handle the whole retrieval phase including the legalization of the records collected and professional translations.
Please note that any records not complying with current regulations will be rejected during the evaluation of your citizenship kit. If you need assistance in assessing the acceptability of your documentation, we are glad to provide our professional guidance!
Step 3: Preparing for the consular interview
Once your citizenship kit is finalized, you will need to attend your consular appointment.
On the day of your interview, the consular clerk will conduct an initial review of your citizenship kit. The approval of your application depends on the clerk’s assessment of the documentation submitted. For this reason, it is essential that everything is thorough, consistent, and well-organized.
Additionally, each consulate often updates its specific requirements for the interview, making it important to stay informed. For example, some Consulates requires an in person appointment, whereas other consulates ask applicants to mail-in all their documents in original and your presence is not required.
No worries, at FTIC we offer expert guidance to ensure you’re fully prepared for your interview!
Step 4: After the Interview
After you submit your application, the consulate can take up to 24 months to review and either approve or reject it. This period is necessary for the consulate to thoroughly verify the authenticity and accuracy of the submitted documents.
Undoubtedly, the citizenship application process can be lengthy, and the waiting period is often the most challenging aspect. As specialists with years of experience in citizenship matters, we provide fast-track solutions to streamline your application process.
If you wish to enjoy the benefits of Italian and European citizenship, contact us to discuss your specific case! Start your application today and become part of the global Italian community.
If you wish to get started, just reach out to our partners at ciao@fastrackitaliancitizenship.com and book a free consultation using the link below or call at +1 202 738 4689. At FTIC we are glad to offer a 10% discount on all our services to the members of the Convivio society of San Diego, CA.
