Understanding Italian Citizenship: Our articles on descent, residency, and marriage as an introduction to the respective procedures.
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Italian Citizenship Through Residency (10 years, EU 4) or Marriage – Requirements, B1 Language Proficiency Certificate, Income, Application Process via the ALI Portal, and Costs.
Who is still eligible to obtain Italian citizenship by descent after the 2025 reform (Law 74/2025)—the new two-generation limit, procedures, and required documents.
When it comes to Italian citizenship, different procedures must be considered separately. This section brings together our articles on citizenship by descent and on acquisition through residence or marriage. The applicable requirements for your specific case are what matter most.
Start with the verifiable facts: nationalities, family relationships, dates of birth, and history of residence. An Italian name or a family story is not enough to assess a claim.
Since the 2025 reform, additional rules have been in place for individuals born abroad who hold another nationality. Therefore, do not rely solely on older accounts of others’ experiences. The current guidelines from the State Department and the relevant agency should serve as the starting point for your review. Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Citizenship.
Answers to help you take your next step—and more to read.
Reviewed: September 2026. The current information provided by the relevant authorities is authoritative.
