We handle every step of the Jure Sanguinis process end-to-end, so you don't need to navigate Italian bureaucracy, learn Italian law, or travel to Italy.
Application Routes
Under Law 74/2025, there are three primary paths to Italian citizenship by descent. Your route depends on your lineage, location, and whether citizenship passed through a maternal line before 1948.
Route 1
File your application at the Italian consulate in your country of residence. Best for straightforward cases with a parent or grandparent born in Italy.
Route 2
An Italian court (azione di accertamento) confirms your citizenship. Faster than many consulates and available even when consulate backlogs are significant.
Route 3
Before 1948, Italian law didn't allow women to transmit citizenship. If your lineage passes through a female ancestor before 1948, a court petition is required.
Step by Step
From initial research to official recognition — we manage the entire process. You stay informed at every stage without having to chase documents, learn Italian bureaucracy, or worry about missing paperwork.
Cases accepted only after eligibility review
We don't take on cases we can't win. Every engagement starts with a thorough review of your lineage before we commit to your case.
We review your lineage in detail — which ancestor, what generation, naturalization records, and any known gaps in documentation. We'll tell you exactly which route fits your case and what to expect before you pay anything.
Our researchers trace your Italian lineage, cross-referencing birth records, civil registration, and historical church records. We map your complete family line and identify every document needed for your application.
We request and obtain vital records directly from Italian municipalities, parish archives, and government offices — including certificates that are unavailable to applicants outside Italy. We also obtain your US/Canadian records where needed.
All documents are certified sworn-translated into Italian by qualified translators. Where required, documents are apostilled (internationally legalized) and validated for submission to Italian authorities.
For consulate applications, we prepare the complete package for submission. For court cases, our Italian-licensed attorneys file the petition, attend hearings, and represent you through judgment — all without you needing to be present in Italy.
Your Italian citizenship is officially recognized by the Italian state. You can then apply for your Italian passport, register your children as Italian citizens, and begin enjoying the full rights of EU citizenship.
What We Handle
Full ancestor research and family tree verification through primary sources.
Italian and international vital records from archives, municipalities, and parishes.
Certified Italian translations of all documents in your application package.
Italian-licensed attorneys for court cases, 1948 petitions, and complex applications.
Process Questions
No. For consulate applications, everything is handled through the Italian consulate in your country. For court cases, our Italian-licensed attorneys appear on your behalf — you do not need to be present in Italy at any stage, unless you choose to attend personally.
No. We handle all communications with Italian authorities, municipal offices, and courts in Italian. All client-facing communication is in English. We also provide sworn Italian translations of all your documents.
You'll need to provide US/Canadian vital records for yourself and your immediate relatives in the lineage chain (birth, marriage, death certificates, and any naturalization records you have). We obtain the Italian records ourselves. We'll give you a precise document checklist during your free consultation.
Document procurement and preparation typically takes 3–6 months depending on the complexity of your lineage and document availability. After filing, consulate wait times vary significantly by jurisdiction — from several months to several years. The court route typically takes 18–36 months from filing to judgment. We set accurate expectations at your initial consultation.
Missing or damaged records are common, especially for older lineage chains. Our researchers are experienced in working with partial records, alternative sources (church archives, historical registries, etc.), and legal declarations. We've successfully resolved most documentation gaps — and we'll tell you honestly at the consultation if your case has challenges.