Italian Great Grandmother:
Your Path to Citizenship
Expert guidance on claiming Italian citizenship through your Italian great grandmother. Start your journey today.
Italian Great-Grandmother Citizenship Process
Verify Great-Grandmother Eligibility
Confirm your eligibility through your Italian great-grandmother's lineage and family history
Gather Required Documents
Collect and authenticate all required documentation from both Italy and your home country
Submit Your Application
File your application with the proper Italian authorities and track your progress
Understanding Italian Citizenship Through Your Great-Grandmother
Obtaining Italian citizenship through your great-grandmother, known as jure sanguinis (by right of blood), represents a unique opportunity to reconnect with your Italian heritage. However, the process requires careful attention to detail and understanding of specific legal requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
Your eligibility primarily depends on two crucial factors. First, your great-grandmother must have been born in Italy and maintained Italian citizenship at the time of her child's (your grandparent's) birth. Second, none of your ancestors in the direct line must have formally renounced their Italian citizenship before the birth of the next person in the line.
The 1948 Rule
A significant consideration is the "1948 Rule." If your line of descent passes through a female ancestor who gave birth before January 1, 1948, your case must be processed through the Italian court system rather than through a consulate. This is because Italian law did not recognize the ability of women to pass citizenship to their children before this date.
Required Documentation
- Your great-grandmother's birth certificate from Italy
- Marriage certificates for all generations in the direct line
- Birth certificates for all generations in the direct line
- Death certificates (if applicable)
- Naturalization records or proof of non-naturalization for your great-grandmother
- Current valid government-issued photo ID
Document Authentication
All non-Italian documents must be legalized with an Apostille and translated into Italian by a certified translator. Italian documents typically need to be recent copies (usually issued within the last 6 months) and must contain any relevant annotations regarding changes in civil status.
Timeline and Costs
Costs vary depending on the complexity of the case and the services required. Full Service starts from €8,900, which includes comprehensive genealogy research, document collection and management, and legal representation for your 1948 case, including the judicial petition. Translations excluded. Please note that these are estimated costs and the final price may vary based on the specifics of your case.