Under the new rule, only individuals with a parent or grandparent born in Italy may qualify. This change aims to reduce the volume of applications and reinforce a tangible cultural connection to the country. However, many Italian descendants — especially those tracing lineage through great-grandparents or earlier — may still have a strong claim. ITAMCAP urges those affected not to give up. Italian citizenship is a right by blood (jure sanguinis) and limiting it solely to immediate ancestry raises constitutional concerns. Through the judicial process in Italy, ITAMCAP helps eligible applicants challenge these restrictions and assert their rightful claim. The Italian courts have historically upheld the principle that citizenship is inherited and not subject to arbitrary cutoffs. With expert legal guidance, descendants can still reclaim what is rightfully theirs. To learn more about pursuing your Italian citizenship through the courts, visit ITAMCAP.com.
