Short answer
Overview of ways to become an Italian citizen: residence, marriage and descent. Descent rules changed in 2025.
Information, not legal advice. MovItaly is not a law firm. Check with the questura or consulate before you act.
Check with a lawyer; rules changed in 2025. This page is a draft and has not had legal review.
Who is this for
Foreigners living in Italy, spouses of Italian citizens, and descendants of Italians.
Sources
- Law 91/1992 on citizenship (Normattiva)
- Citizenship: send your application (Ministero dell'Interno)
- Immigration and asylum (Ministero dell'Interno)
Find a professional
Immigration lawyers, commercialisti, CAF and patronato staff and interpreters list themselves in the app.
