Jure matrimonii

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Are you married to an Italian citizen? You may be eligible to apply for Italian citizenship! Feel free to call us for more information or assistance throughout the process.

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Who Qualifies for Italian Citizenship Jure Matrimonii?

On October 21, 2020, the Italian Government amended the legislation enacted in December 2018. Significant adjustments have been made to the processing period for applications for citizenship by marriage, now set at 24 months or 2 years, with the possibility to extend to 36 months or 3 years.

This update means a reduction in processing time compared to the previous decree law, which required a processing period of 48 months or 4 years. Importantly, the revised requirements for Italian citizenship apply to applications submitted on or after October 22, 2020.

You might be eligible for Italian citizenship if you have an unbroken lineage connecting you to Italian ancestors who had the right to claim Italian citizenship, and this right has been legally passed down to you under Italian law.

If you are married to an Italian citizen, you can apply for Italian citizenship

Just after residing in Italy for 2 years or after 3 years if you live in the United States. Additionally, if you and your spouse have a child under 18, the period can be reduced by half.
Eligibility extends to any person, regardless of gender or citizenship of another nation, who is the spouse of an Italian citizen.

Required Documents

Proficiency in the Italian Language

Provide the documentation of the course where you have approved your B1 level course in the Italian language, certified by recognized entities such as CILS, CELI or equivalent certificates.

Apostille Authentication and Consular Requirements

Obtain apostilled authentication and comply with the specific documentation requirements established by the corresponding Italian Consulate.

Italian Marriage Certificate

Obtain an official Italian marriage certificate from the Italian vital records or from the consulate in your country of residence.

Proof of Italian Citizenship to

Document the existing Italian citizenship of one spouse as part of the application.

Birth Certificate

Obtain the birth certificate of the person applying for citizenship.

Background Check

Submit FBI and police background checks for the applicant, including criminal history of the non-Italian spouse since age 14.

Document Translation

Ensure that the required documents are translated into Italian by a professional translator.

Presentation

Have the necessary documents for the presentation of the records, which must be presented in physical format.

Valid Passport

Obtain and present a valid passport for the applicant as part of the application process.