It cost me about $8K to get Italian citizenship but a) I was a '48er so I needed to go to court and b) I used a service to gather documents and put me in contact with the lawyer in Italy. It completely drained my meager savings but I still consider it worth it; I just wish I had been able to do it all when I was much younger.
I was just quoted 21k for my family (sister, her 2 kids, me and my 2 kids). My sister and I are first generation. I was quoted 6k for just me. Your price was definitely worth the 8k going through ‘48. Enjoy Italy!
As someone who is attempting to do a 1948 case myself it would have been nice to at least attempt a range for the prices of different lawyers. Since from what I have experienced from speaking to some different lawyers there is a big range.
I just went to a lawyer...at age 71 when I started...I realized it would be difficult to get all the documents, having them apostilled and then translated. Most of the documents are from here in the US...the Italian documents are literally 1 page electronic docs. Now, my case research is done and the case is being prepared for court. It's expensive but when you have to go back to your great grandfather for one line...well, you can see how it takes time...but then again, I haven't spent money to go over and trying to find records myself!! I can see exactly what has been done because a Google Drive file was set up and I can things as they are done. Plus, certain consulates have long waiting lists...PS--I made a first payment and the exchange rate changed so it was a bit more than expected (the bill was in Euros).
My Great grandparents moved to america. all said with docs, doc searches, translations, apostilles, etc, for 5 generations I’m in about $2k-$3k, but it has taken 8 years and 3 cancelled consulate appointments. I was ready to go to Italy for an additional $10k
Hoping you can clarify something for me: Are apostilles something that you get (& pay for) at the Italian Consulate after you present them with a certified copy of a U.S. birth (or marriage or naturalization) certificate that has been translated? Basically their stamp of approval for each certificate? Thanks!
I have all my documents mostly from New York with a few from Italy and an appointment in San Francisco this August. I need some help translating and review the documents for completion. My claim is through my great grandfather although my grandmother was born in Italy.
The Scuola Marco Polo in philly does translations. The quality was amazing. It was about $20 per document and they even replicated the style. The estimate was 1 month and I got appx 28 docs returned in about 12 days. Highly recommend
You guys always talk about the same routes to citizenship: jus sanguinis, marriage, 1948... what about people who have absolutely ZERO Italian blood or heritage who want to gain Italian citizenship? Can you guys please dedicate an episode to talking about naturalization through residency, EU blue card, investment, etc??
I have a question. My husband and I are retirees. We want to move to Italy or Spain. Seems easier to move to Italy. This is our situation. My heritage is Spanish , period. His is Spanish and French, this is the twist. His paternal family is from Corsica, their heritage is Italian but at least his great great grandparents were Italian before 1769 Do you have an idea if he could claim Italian citizenship? Last names Antonini and Alegrini. Defenetly Italian.
I'm a layperson however there was no Italy prior to 1861 therefore no Italian citizenship. persons with residing in Italy or born in Italy prior to 1861 were automatically convert citizenship however it would depend on where they were born and when. Where they still alive in 1861?
You need to check under "citizenship by jure sanguinis" at the Italian consulate in your jurisdiction. It might be easier for you to apply for Spanish citizenship (again, the Spanish consulate in your jurisdiction.) It doesn't matter whether you get Italian or Spanish citizenship, you will be part of the EU and can live & work anywhere in one of those countries. Good luck!
Castel San Lorenzo is a town and comune in the province of Salerno in the Campania region of south-western Italy You have to write to the "Comune". Here is the website: www.comune.salerno.it/ I don't believe that certified birth certificates from Italy need an Apostille.
@@donnacoelho3543 , you don't need to go to Italy if you are applying for citizenship based on jure sanguinis (by descent/blood). You apply thru the Italian consulate in your jurisdiction.
Could you talk about the Classes for people who need to gain Italian language in order to pass the test for Citizenship by Marriage. I am not applying in this way, however I do plan on applying for Jure Sanguinis while living in Italy. So I would love to know about classes to get up to speed quickly as a non-native person making their
Check out the Consulate of Italy in your country. If there are several, you have to choose the one within your jurisdiction. They give information about Italian citizenship based on jure sanguinis (blood).
That was click-baity. The question was never answered. I can only speak for myself when I say I'd rather here, "It can cost between $7,000 and $20,000" than to have no answer at all. Yeah, I get costs vary
It cost me about $8K to get Italian citizenship but a) I was a '48er so I needed to go to court and b) I used a service to gather documents and put me in contact with the lawyer in Italy. It completely drained my meager savings but I still consider it worth it; I just wish I had been able to do it all when I was much younger.
Thank you for sharing!
I was just quoted 21k for my family (sister, her 2 kids, me and my 2 kids). My sister and I are first generation. I was quoted 6k for just me. Your price was definitely worth the 8k going through ‘48. Enjoy Italy!
Thank you for this podcast looking forward to the process for italian citizenship and passport and Bianca of your office is very helpful.
As someone who is attempting to do a 1948 case myself it would have been nice to at least attempt a range for the prices of different lawyers. Since from what I have experienced from speaking to some different lawyers there is a big range.
Have you found an attorney who will help for less than $5000?
@@lyndajmoore , I have!
There are good lawyers in Italy that deal specifically with 1948 cases. Try Luigi Paiano or Arturo Grasso.
I just went to a lawyer...at age 71 when I started...I realized it would be difficult to get all the documents, having them apostilled and then translated. Most of the documents are from here in the US...the Italian documents are literally 1 page electronic docs. Now, my case research is done and the case is being prepared for court. It's expensive but when you have to go back to your great grandfather for one line...well, you can see how it takes time...but then again, I haven't spent money to go over and trying to find records myself!! I can see exactly what has been done because a Google Drive file was set up and I can things as they are done. Plus, certain consulates have long waiting lists...PS--I made a first payment and the exchange rate changed so it was a bit more than expected (the bill was in Euros).
so if i’m understanding correctly, most of these costs are covered through the ICA’s executive package?
Please send us an email, we’ll be happy to explain further what our service fee covers
Please send me information on your fee and what the fee includes. My e-mail address is emailjim@jimguecia.com. Thank you.
Jim Guecia
407-312-5322
So how much does ICA charge for their services?
My Great grandparents moved to america. all said with docs, doc searches, translations, apostilles, etc, for 5 generations I’m in about $2k-$3k, but it has taken 8 years and 3 cancelled consulate appointments. I was ready to go to Italy for an additional $10k
8 years? Oh jeez
I learned the hard way apostilles go up to 40 dollars (Connecticut).... where all my family is from haha
Hoping you can clarify something for me: Are apostilles something that you get (& pay for) at the Italian Consulate after you present them with a certified copy of a U.S. birth (or marriage or naturalization) certificate that has been translated? Basically their stamp of approval for each certificate?
Thanks!
@@movingforwardLDTH NO. Apostilles are certifications done by the Secretary of States office of whatever state the document came from
@@christopherboczkus989 , thanks!
Can a non italian spouse of an Italian one apply for nationality if they live in separation?
They can use apps now to translate the doc
What is attorney fee
I have all my documents mostly from New York with a few from Italy and an appointment in San Francisco this August. I need some help translating and review the documents for completion. My claim is through my great grandfather although my grandmother was born in Italy.
The Scuola Marco Polo in philly does translations. The quality was amazing. It was about $20 per document and they even replicated the style. The estimate was 1 month and I got appx 28 docs returned in about 12 days. Highly recommend
You guys always talk about the same routes to citizenship: jus sanguinis, marriage, 1948... what about people who have absolutely ZERO Italian blood or heritage who want to gain Italian citizenship? Can you guys please dedicate an episode to talking about naturalization through residency, EU blue card, investment, etc??
I was thinking the same thing! Is this lawyer with the Italian consulate in Los Angeles, California?
In the same boat here
I have a question. My husband and I are retirees. We want to move to Italy or Spain. Seems easier to move to Italy. This is our situation. My heritage is Spanish , period. His is Spanish and French, this is the twist. His paternal family is from Corsica, their heritage is Italian but at least his great great grandparents were Italian before 1769 Do you have an idea if he could claim Italian citizenship? Last names Antonini and Alegrini. Defenetly Italian.
I'm a layperson however there was no Italy prior to 1861 therefore no Italian citizenship. persons with residing in Italy or born in Italy prior to 1861 were automatically convert citizenship however it would depend on where they were born and when. Where they still alive in 1861?
By law, the cut-off date of Jure Sanguines is March 17, 1861
You need to check under "citizenship by jure sanguinis" at the Italian consulate in your jurisdiction. It might be easier for you to apply for Spanish citizenship (again, the Spanish consulate in your jurisdiction.) It doesn't matter whether you get Italian or Spanish citizenship, you will be part of the EU and can live & work anywhere in one of those countries. Good luck!
Hi I’m crying to reastablish my citizenship in Italy
Could you hepl us to be an Italian cityzenship ,thanks
How do I get an Apostille birth record from Italy for my great grandparent? 1881 Castel San Lorenzo.
Castel San Lorenzo is a town and comune in the province of Salerno in the Campania region of south-western Italy You have to write to the "Comune". Here is the website: www.comune.salerno.it/ I don't believe that certified birth certificates from Italy need an Apostille.
It is my understanding that apostilles are not required for documents originating in italy.; only those from outside of Italy.
@@alanbrunettin5584 You are correct, from what I researched.
How often do I need to go to italy for my citizenship??
@@donnacoelho3543 , you don't need to go to Italy if you are applying for citizenship based on jure sanguinis (by descent/blood). You apply thru the Italian consulate in your jurisdiction.
How much did it cost you?
Could you talk about the Classes for people who need to gain Italian language in order to pass the test for Citizenship by Marriage. I am not applying in this way, however I do plan on applying for Jure Sanguinis while living in Italy. So I would love to know about classes to get up to speed quickly as a non-native person making their
If you get Italian citizenship thru Jure Sanguinis, your spouse can apply without having to take an Italian test, etc.
That's my understanding.
@@RoRoRo862 I think the law changed in 2018--so now your spouse has to take a test.
@@tracymeserve5627 , It's possible. I will check with my lawyer when the time comes. Thanks.
Wtf? If you marry an Italian you have to write a language test?
Right, ridiculous isn’t it. Italy is beautiful, but it’s a freaking disaster to get anything done regarding anything.
@@prezakid9 shouldn't be surprised takes 10 years to get a pothole filled.
Sounds like New Jersey
Yeah just like if you marry a canadian. I don’t see a problem with that.
@@djgieffe judging by the way some immigrants talk I'm not sure that's the case.
C’mon u have to REALLY cover other countries .. not just US
Check out the Consulate of Italy in your country. If there are several, you have to choose the one within your jurisdiction. They give information about Italian citizenship based on jure sanguinis (blood).
That was click-baity. The question was never answered. I can only speak for myself when I say I'd rather here, "It can cost between $7,000 and $20,000" than to have no answer at all. Yeah, I get costs vary