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Italy Tightens Citizenship Rules for Descendants of Italians. Italy has passed a law tightening the rules for descendants of Italians to obtain citizenship. The previous law allowed anyone with an Italian ancestor after 1861 to apply for citizenship under the 'jus sanguinis' rule. The new law requires applicants to have one parent or grandparent who was an Italian citizen by birth. The government aims to strengthen the link between Italy and its overseas citizens, as well as prevent abuse and "commercialization" of passports. The change also addresses a backlog of citizenship applications, which saw a 40% increase in citizens abroad from 2014 to 2024. As of March 2024, over 60,000 citizenship verification applications were pending. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasized the need to maintain the integrity of citizenship and avoid misuse. Despite the changes, descendants of Italians can still apply, but stricter limits will be applied. The law is designed to improve the efficiency of consular services, focusing on those with a genuine connection to Italy. The law seeks to ensure that citizenship is granted responsibly and avoids the "commercialization" of Italian passports.
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