Italian citizenship by residency is a path to citizenship of Italy for foreign nationals who have legally lived in Italy for a specific number of years (this varies from case to case). The process and requirements depend on factors, such as the applicant's country of origin and whether they have ties to Italy (e.g., through ancestry or marriage). Typically, requests for Citizenship by Residency can be submitted after ten years of lawful residence in Italy, as long as the individual has adhered to immigration laws and Italian tax obligations during this time. Here's a breakdown of the general criteria for obtaining Italian citizenship by residency.

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Key Criteria for The Application of Italian Citizenship by Residency

 

The application can be submitted following 10 years of lawful residency in Italy, which may be shortened to:

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- 3 years of lawful residency, for individuals who were born in Italy or have parents or grandparents who held Italian citizenship.

- 4 years of lawful residency for citizens of the European Union (EU).

- 5 years of lawful residency for individuals without nationality or those seeking asylum, along with for foreign individuals of legal age who have been adopted by Italian nationals.

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Our Services and Assistance

 

We offer guidance and legal support for foreign nationals who might qualify and desire to secure Italian Citizenship via Naturalization through Residency.

 

Our process begins with a preliminary evaluation to determine your qualifications for Italian citizenship by residency. After verifying your eligibility, we will help you gather, translate, and authenticate the required documents for the citizenship application. Once all documents are in order, we will handle the processing and finalization of your application. Plus, we also offer help in preparing applications that need to be submitted to the local municipality in Italy where you reside.

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For more information on Italian Citizenship by Residency, request a consultation with our expert legal consultant below.

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