Leave empty if they never naturalized

Facts that change the answer for Italy

Italy · Recognition by descent (art. 3-bis exception)

Likely eligible

  • The ancestor never took another citizenship: an Italian grandparent holding only Italian citizenship is one of the exceptions of art. 3-bis. source
  • The consulate will ask for proof that the ancestor never naturalized (USCIS certificate of non-existence and court records). source
Official fee€600
Published time24 to 36 months
Keep US citizenshipYes
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