Introduction:
A U.S. citizen, along with their minor child, petitioned the Court of Catania for recognition of Italian citizenship iure sanguinis, based on their direct lineage from an Italian ancestor.
Outcome:
On January 14, 2025, the Court of Catania recognized the petitioners as Italian citizens, ordering their registration in the civil status records and directing the Ministry of the Interior to implement the necessary procedures.
Challenge:
The petitioners faced challenges not only in proving their direct descent but also in ensuring the timely recognition of the minor's citizenship. The prolonged administrative delays could have significantly impacted the child’s access to rights and benefits associated with Italian nationality.
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