Until a few years ago, it was relatively difficult to research Italian ancestry online. Few government websites had useful finding aids and even fewer repositories digitized their records. Thanks to extensive and recent digitization efforts, it’s easier than ever to…
You might be surprised to learn that 15 million people in the United States have at least some Italian ancestry, and that 2.7 million people of Italian descent live in the New York metro area alone! You might even be…
If you are seeking Italian citizenship by descent you've probably heard the terms jure sanguinis and jure soli. But what exactly do they mean? At the most basic level, each describe different ways in which countries award citizenship. Specifically, the two "systems" each…
Italian citizenship is a huge lifehack. Having a second passport opens so many doors and allows you to live, work, vote, study, and own property in another country. This can make your move (or life) abroad much easier because it…
People always ask us if they qualify for Italian dual citizenship. Luckily, if you have at least one Italian-born ancestor, you probably do! Truthfully, Italian law is very generous towards those with "roots in the boot." There are many paths to…
Three coins in the fountain, Each one seeking happiness. Thrown by three hopeful lovers. Which one will the fountain bless? This old song gives us the velvety voice of Frank Sinatra crooning about Rome’s magical Trevi Fountain. Italian citizens in…
For travelers looking for a truly unique experience, it’s time to visit Sardinia. This Mediterranean island feels like its own little world. The people and places of Sardinia are all distinctively Sardinian. From the food to the incredible natural beauty,…
So you want to get Italian citizenship? Bene. Today we’re going to walk you through the five steps you need to take in order to get your citizenship recognized, get your Italian passport, and do it all without going crazy.…
Got questions about Italian dual citizenship? Ask them below! Our expert knows all there is to know about qualifying, applying, putting documents together, and researching your family history. Do you have a question about your family's journey from Italy? You…
Ciao a tutti! Today, we’re going to talk about different ways to obtain Italian citizenship. These are not the only ways to obtain an Italian passport, but they’re usually the easiest. However, the word “easy” is relative. Italy did invent bureaucracy, after…