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Complete guide to understanding your path to Italian citizenship by marriage
Italian citizenship by marriage or civil union is a pathway that allows individuals who have chosen to share their life with an Italian citizen to become part of their partner's culture and country. It is a recognition of the union and love that binds two people, allowing them to feel not only like partners but also like an integral part of Italy.
Ready to start your journey? Follow the steps below to understand the complete process.
You can apply for Italian citizenship if:
if you have been married to, or in a civil union with, an Italian citizen for at least 2 years and you live in Italy
if you have been married to, or in a civil union with, an Italian citizen for at least 3 years and you live abroad
The required time is reduced by half if the couple has children together (including adopted children)
All marriage periods must be continuous and legally recognized. Time spent in separation may not count towards the requirement.
Complete document checklist for your application
All foreign documents must be officially translated into Italian and legalized with apostille or consular authentication. We handle this entire process for you.
Our team helps you collect, translate, and prepare every single document. You don't have to navigate the bureaucracy alone.
From start to finish: here's everything that happens step by step
Gather all required documents including marriage certificate, birth certificate, criminal background checks, and language certification.
All foreign documents must be translated and legalized with apostille or consular authentication.
The application must be submitted through the Italian Ministry of the Interior. We guide you through the entire submission process.
By law, the Italian government has 24 months to review your application. This period can be extended to a maximum of 36 months if necessary.
Important: Processing times may vary based on case complexity and current workload. We monitor your application and keep you updated throughout the process.
Once your application is approved, you will receive a citizenship decree from the Ministry.
You must take an oath of allegiance to the Italian Republic within 6 months, either at the Consulate (if abroad) or at the Town Hall (if in Italy). Before taking the oath, you'll be required to present updated documents.
On the day of the oath, you will be asked to say:
“GIURO DI ESSERE FEDELE ALLA REPUBBLICA E DI OSSERVARE LA COSTITUZIONE E LE LEGGI DELLO STATO”
("I swear to be faithful to the Republic and to observe the Constitution and the laws of the State.")
🎉 Your Italian citizenship becomes official the day after you take the oath!
The complete citizenship process from document collection to oath ceremony.
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Obtaining Italian citizenship by marriage involves complex bureaucratic procedures where it's easy to make mistakes. That's why at Future Italian, we provide comprehensive support throughout your entire journey, from the initial consultation to receiving your Italian passport.
Personal consultations with immigration law experts specialized in marriage-based citizenship cases
Assistance with collecting, organizing, and verifying all paperwork including marriage certificates and criminal records
We check all your documents carefully to avoid costly mistakes or rejections
We register you on the Ministry's portal, fill out the application, and upload all your documents for you
We monitor your application status, remind you of deadlines, and help you respond to requests from the Ministry
We explain exactly what happens at the ceremony, what to bring, and how to be fully prepared
After the oath, we assist you with your passport application and guide you on what to do next
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