In brief
Residence-based citizenship differs from marriage to an Italian citizen; not every marriage qualifies for that route. Conditions depend on the case. Apply online to the Ministry; Prefettura handles cases in Italy, the competent mission abroad. Check identity document, foreign birth/criminal certificates, translation/legalisation and B1 evidence or exemption. Residence applications also require checking residence history and income. Do not use one duration for everyone.
- Responsible authority
- Ministry of the Interior
- What to do now
- First clarify residence or marriage and where you live, then check the appropriate checklist.
- Last checked
What to check first
Residence-based citizenship differs from marriage to an Italian citizen; not every marriage qualifies for that route. Conditions depend on the case. Apply online to the Ministry; Prefettura handles cases in Italy, the competent mission abroad. Check identity document, foreign birth/criminal certificates, translation/legalisation and B1 evidence or exemption. Residence applications also require checking residence history and income. Do not use one duration for everyone.
What to do now
First clarify residence or marriage and where you live, then check the appropriate checklist.