Italian Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis)

30 Oct Italian Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis)

Introduction to the Issue:
Obtaining Italian citizenship by descent, also known as jure sanguinis, is a right recognised for those who descend from Italian ancestors. However, the process can be complex and requires accurate documentation. Many people are unsure how to prove their Italian ancestry or how to gather and translate the necessary documents to obtain citizenship.

Technical Description:
The right to Italian citizenship by descent is guaranteed to the descendants of Italian citizens, provided there are no breaks in the transmission of citizenship. The required documents include:

• Birth certificate of the applicant.
• Birth, marriage, and death certificates of Italian ancestors.
• Naturalisation (or non-naturalisation) certificate of the Italian ancestor who emigrated abroad.

All documents must be translated into Italian, certified, and legalised with an apostille.

Specific Solutions Provided by Words at Hand:
Words at Hand offers certified translations of the required documents and consultation for gathering the genealogical documentation needed to prove Italian descent. Additionally, we can assist you in the legalisation and apostille process.

Case Studies:

• Case 1: An Argentine citizen proved his Italian descent with genealogical certificates translated and legalised by Words at Hand. The client successfully obtained citizenship without any issues.
• Case 2: A Canadian client, descended from an Italian who emigrated in the 19th century, used our service to obtain and translate the required certificates, completing the process at the Italian Consulate.

Conclusion:
If you are eligible for Italian citizenship by descent, rely on Words at Hand to manage the translation and legalisation of the necessary documents. Contact us today to begin your journey towards Italian citizenship.