There are different ways to acquire Italian citizenship or have it recognized, each requiring different procedures and documentation.
Therefore, we recommend carefully reviewing the information in this section to understand which procedure applies to your situation.
You can also consult the “Citizenship – Synthesis” page to better identify your situation.
The appointment at the Citizenship Office is not intended for consultation purposes; it is intended exclusively for the formal submission of the application and required documentation, as well as—where applicable—submission of the necessary declarations.
If, after consulting the instructions on the website, you are still unsure about the correct procedure to follow or the documentation required, before booking an appointment, you can contact the Citizenship Office at washington.cittadinanza@esteri.it.
It is therefore recommended that you:
- Identify the citizenship procedure applicable to your situation;
- Read the instructions in the relevant sections carefully;
- Gather the required documentation;
- Book the appointment via the Prenot@mi portal only once the documentation is complete.
PLEASE NOTE
To allow the Office to process applications in an orderly manner, please consult the indicative processing times indicated for each procedure.
Except in special cases, it will not be possible to provide individual updates on the status of your application before the indicated deadlines have passed, nor will it be possible to individually confirm receipt of emails, postal packages, or other documentation within a short timeframe.
Any requests for updates will be considered once the estimated deadline for the specific procedure has passed.
Last updated: May 1, 2026