After Italy tightened the law in 2025, who is still eligible for Italian citizenship by descent and what exactly are the rules on applying?
Elaine Allaby - elaine.allaby@thelocal.com
Updated: Fri 24 Jul 2026 10:28 CET
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Obtaining a work permit could be the first step in moving to Italy, and is set to become easier for some US citizens. Photo by Serge Taeymans on Unsplash
After Italy tightened the law in 2025, who is still eligible for Italian citizenship by descent and what exactly are the rules on applying?
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