Italian Citizenship by Descent

You might already
be Italian.

Millions of Americans qualify for Italian dual citizenship by descent — and never find out. If your family came from Italy, your passport may already be waiting. Let's find out together.

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30M+Americans with Italian ancestry
Jure SanguinisRight of blood — your birthright
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Eligibility

Do you qualify for Italian citizenship?

Italy grants citizenship by descent — meaning if your ancestor was Italian at the time of your family line's birth, you may have a legal right to an Italian passport. No limit on how far back the lineage goes.

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You have an Italian grandparent, great-grandparent, or further back

There's no generational limit. As long as the chain of citizenship is unbroken, you may qualify.

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Your Italian ancestor did not naturalize before your family line was born

Naturalization breaks the chain. We help you determine exactly when — and if — this applies to your case.

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The lineage passes through a male, or a female born after 1948

Female-line claims before 1948 are called "1948 cases" and require a separate court process — still possible, just different.

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You can document the connection with vital records

Birth, death, and marriage certificates from both Italy and the US. We show you the exact list you need.

The Process

Four steps. One passport.

The process is real work — but it's navigable. Here's how we move from your family tree to your Italian documents.

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Verify Your Eligibility

We review your lineage, identify your Italian ancestor, and confirm whether you have a valid claim — before you invest time or money in documents.

02

Gather Your Documents

Birth, death, and marriage records from each generation — US and Italian — apostilled and certified. We give you the exact list, no guessing.

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Contact Your Ancestral Comune

Every case runs through the Italian municipality your ancestor came from. We guide you through contacting them — in Italian if needed.

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Submit & Receive

File at the Italian consulate in your home country or directly in Italy. We prepare you for every step of the appointment and what to expect.

How We Can Help

Choose your level of support

Whether you want to navigate the process yourself with the right roadmap, or have someone walking alongside you every step — there's an option for where you are.

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The Roadmap

$67 one-time

The complete step-by-step guide to Italian citizenship by descent. Everything you need to navigate the process yourself, with clarity and confidence.

  • Full jure sanguinis process walkthrough
  • Complete document checklist by generation
  • Comune contact templates in Italian
  • Apostille and translation guide
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Realistic timeline expectations
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The Full Course

$347 one-time

A complete video walkthrough of every stage of the process, all templates included, plus access to a private community of people going through it with you.

  • Everything in The Roadmap
  • Step-by-step video modules
  • Case-specific document strategy
  • Private community access (Skool)
  • Monthly live Q&A calls
  • Lifetime access and updates
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1:1 Consulting

$1,200 full service

Your case, your documents, your questions — handled together. For people who want an expert walking alongside them through every stage personally.

  • Personal eligibility assessment
  • Custom document strategy for your case
  • Direct email and WhatsApp access
  • Comune communication support
  • Consulate appointment preparation
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Who's Behind This

Not a lawyer. Something more useful — someone who's actually done it.

I'm Erik. Italian-American, dual citizen, and 15-year resident of Italy — 10 of them in Naples. I went through the Italian citizenship process myself, navigating the documents, the comuni, the consulate, and the bureaucracy firsthand.

I'm not here to give you legal advice. I'm here to give you the roadmap I wish I'd had — the practical, real-world knowledge that only comes from having lived it. I've since helped others navigate the same journey, and built this platform to make expert guidance accessible to anyone with Italian roots — not just those who can afford a $10,000 lawyer.

15Years in Italy
🇮🇹🇺🇸Dual Citizen
MBABusiness Background
NaplesBased in Italy

Common Questions

Things people ask before they start

The process raises a lot of questions. Here are the ones we hear most often.

How far back can my Italian ancestor be?

There's no generational limit for jure sanguinis. Your great-great-grandparent qualifies the same as a grandparent — as long as the chain of citizenship is unbroken all the way to you.

Do I have to give up my US citizenship?

No. The United States allows dual citizenship, and Italy actively grants it. You keep your US passport in full and gain an Italian one alongside it.

What if my lineage goes through a woman born before 1948?

This is known as a 1948 case and requires a court process in Italy. It's more complex but absolutely possible. We can explain whether this applies to you and what it involves.

How long does the whole process take?

It varies widely — from 12 months to several years, depending on your consulate, your ancestral commune, and document availability. We help you set realistic expectations from the start.

What documents will I need?

Birth, death, and marriage certificates for each generation in your lineage — both Italian and American records — apostilled and officially translated. Our guide gives you the exact list for your situation.

Can I do this without moving to Italy?

Yes. The consulate route lets you apply through the Italian consulate in your home country. No move required, though an Italy visit can sometimes speed up the commune records step.

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