Italian Citizenship by Residency
In order to apply for Italian citizenship by right of residency, the first and most important requirement is, of course, residency. This needs to be intended as a continuative residency for a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 10 years according to your specific situation, with no gaps whatsoever.
You will be asked to provide a suitable proof of financial means as well as an Italian B1 language certificate and a set of your criminal reports showing that you have no criminal records. Our team will help you navigate the most up-to-date requirements and assist you in completing your application file. Click here for a check of your Italian!
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Why this Service?
Obtaining Italian citizenship by residency is a great opportunity for individuals who have lived in Italy for an extended period of time.
FTIC Citizenship by Residency service is perfect for anyone wishing to formalize their status as Italian citizen. Our team will assist you in every aspect of the application, from gathering the documentation to the final submission. With our support you can enjoy all the benefits of Italian citizenship, including the right to vote as well as access to healthcare and education.
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FAQs
Italian citizenship by residency is the process through which a non-Italian individual can acquire Italian citizenship by legally residing in Italy for a defined period of time depending on the specific case.
The entitlement to Italian citizenship by residency comes with:
– 10 years of uninterrupted residency, if you are a citizen of an extra-EU country;
– 4 years if you are a citizen of a EU country;
– 5 years if you are the adult child of an adoptive Italian parent;
– 3 years if you have direct Italian ancestry;
– 3 years if you were born in Italy (both for EU and non-EU citizens).
Yes, the residency needs to be continuative. To apply for Italian citizenship you need to legally reside in Italy for a minimum of 3 years to a maximum of 10 years uninterruptedly, according to your specific case.
The retrieval of the required documents usually takes from 8 to 12 months, depending on the specific documents you’ll need. After the submission of the application, the process can take up to 24 months most times, and in exceptional cases up to 36 months.
You will be asked to provide a suitable proof of financial means as well as an Italian B1 language certificate and a set of your criminal reports showing that you have no criminal records.
Yes, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the Italian language at a B1 level or higher.
If you change your residency address within Italian territory, you must notify the local Prefettura evaluating your application to ensure that all correspondence is handled correctly. They will transfer your file to the new competent Prefettura according to your new residency address. This process will still be within the maximum processing time for your application (24 to 36 months maximum).
Documents in a language other than Italian must be appropriately legalized and translated before submission.
Yes, once you are recognized as an Italian citizen, you can pass your citizenship down to your children as long as they were born after your naturalization. Children born before you acquired Italian citizenship may acquire Italian citizenship by descent through your Italian spouse, if applicable.
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Why us?
At FTIC, we bring over 7 years of specialized experience in Italian citizenship and visa services packages, making us your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of Italian citizenship and immigration law.
Our dedicated team of citizenship experts combines extensive legal knowledge with a tailored service, ensuring your unique needs are met with precision and care. Choose us for our expertise, our personalized approach, and our unwavering dedication to helping you change your life with dual citizenship or a unique visa experience.