New Hope from Italian Constitutional Court? Confirms Old Rules are Valid
A recent decision from Italy’s Constitutional Court has clarified the status of the country’s previous rules for obtaining Italian citizenship by descent, confirming their compliance with the Italian Constitution and preserving them for cases filed before the March 28 legislative changes. While this ruling does not address the newer restrictions introduced by the Tajani Decree, a separate review of those rules is expected early next year, and its outcome could have significant implications for applicants. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about what this ruling means for ongoing and future citizenship applications.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenship
8 Aug 12min
How Moving to Italy Could Cut Your Taxes in Half – Italy’s Fight Against Brain Drain
Italy’s repatriation tax regime was created in response to the long-standing issue of brain drain, aiming to foster a “brain return” by encouraging Italian citizens and dual citizens living abroad to bring their “human capital” back to Italy. With tax reductions of up to 50%—and even more for specific professional categories—this incentive is designed to support those who choose to live and work in Italy after years abroad. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the tax benefits available to returning Italian citizens and how they compare to other regimes like the forfettario or the flat tax for retirees.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:39 - Italy’s repatriation tax scheme5:12 - Other tax schemes available6:24 - Options for retirees 7:05 - How to move to Italy9:01 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
6 Aug 10min
How to Apply for Italian Citizenship After 2 Years in Italy
A recent change in Italian citizenship law has shortened the residency requirement to two years for those with an Italian parent or grandparent, offering a new path for individuals who no longer qualify for citizenship by descent. This updated process allows applicants to live in Italy on a qualifying visa while building their case for citizenship through residency, provided they can document their direct lineage and meet language requirements. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about how this route works and what’s required to make it a reality.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:59 - The process of applying for Italian citizenship through residency2:25 - What is the first step to start with?8:35 - Do you need to send a notification to the Italian government prior to relocating to Italy?9:55 - Is this process considered a citizenship by descent application if you have Italian ancestry?12:19 - What is the processing time?13:22 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
30 Juli 14min
Italian Citizenship by Descent 2025 – Who Still Qualifies and What the New Rules Really Mean
With recent changes to Italian citizenship by descent causing widespread uncertainty, many individuals are questioning their current eligibility or wondering whether they still qualify under the new regulations. From the generational limits introduced by the Tajani Decree to the interpretation guidance issued by the Italian Ministry of Interior, the landscape in mid-2025 continues to shift—raising legal and procedural challenges for those seeking Italian dual citizenship jure sanguinis. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about what Italian citizenship eligibility looks like under the current rules and how it may still be possible to pursue a claim.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:47 - Eligibility for Italian citizenship by descent in mid-20256:57 - Ways to challenge the new law or work-arounds to the rules10:49 - Constitutional Court hearings15:00 - How to contact ICA16:11 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
24 Juli 17min
Italian Citizenship Circolare for Minors Abroad – New Rules, Timelines & What It Means for Families
A newly issued circolare discussing Italian citizenship registration for minors abroad has introduced significant updates to the procedure, directly affecting how Italian citizenship through ancestry is recognized. Under the new rules, the acquisition of Italian citizenship by descent for minor children now depends on specific conditions being met, rather than being granted automatically from birth. These procedural changes redefine how Italian citizenship recognition for minors is handled, introducing new timelines and requirements based on the child’s age and place of residence. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about what these changes mean in practice, who they apply to, and the legal implications for families navigating the latest updates.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:48 - Circolare 59/20255:50 - Conditions in order to consider a child an Italian citizen 6:18 - How to request a child’s Italian passport7:20 - The self-declaration9:23 - How can ICA help with the process10:46 - How Jure Sanguinis principle has been affected12:16 - Minor children who have dual citizenship12:45 - Potential discriminations13:53 - Can the new rules be challenged?15:00 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
25 Juni 16min
Italian Citizenship by Descent Changes Explained – What Has Unfolded and Where Things Stand Now
A newly released bill from the Italian Parliament on June 6, 2025, could bring major procedural changes to how Italian citizenship by descent applications are submitted and processed. If approved, this proposal would introduce a new centralized system that may impact timelines, communication methods, and where applications are actually sent. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about what this proposed bill could mean for the future of applying for Italian citizenship and how it may eventually impact those navigating the process of obtaining Italian citizenship by descent.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts1:02 - Bill released on June 6th, 20257:38 - If the bill passed, would the rules be the same for Italian citizenship by descent?8:17 - Would a singular centralized office be efficient?11:42 - If the bill passed, would this office process 1948 cases?13:56 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
18 Juni 21min
New Bill Proposes MORE Major Changes to The Italian Citizenship by Descent Process (Jus Sanguinis)
A newly released bill from the Italian Parliament on June 6, 2025, could bring major procedural changes to how Italian citizenship by descent applications are submitted and processed. If approved, this proposal would introduce a new centralized system that may impact timelines, communication methods, and where applications are actually sent. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about what this proposed bill could mean for the future of applying for Italian citizenship and how it may eventually impact those navigating the process of obtaining Italian citizenship by descent.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#italiancitizenship #italiandualcitizenship #dualcitizenshipTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts1:02 - Bill released on June 6th, 20257:38 - If the bill passed, would the rules be the same for Italian citizenship by descent?8:17 - Would a singular centralized office be efficient?11:42 - If the bill passed, would this office process 1948 cases?13:56 - Closing Thoughts & Outro
11 Juni 15min
