This is the news we have been waiting for. The Tribunal has officially referred a question of constitutionality to the Constitutional Court regarding the new Article 3-bis. Specifically, they are challenging the retroactive application of these limits, arguing that stripping citizenship rights from those who were born before the law changed may violate fundamental constitutional principles (Articles 3, 22, and 117).

A recent judgment by the Court of Reggio Calabria, published on November 13, 2025, has successfully granted Italian citizenship jure sanguinis to a family of 15 applicants. This groundbreaking case involved a complex "mixed" lineage—tracing back to a Calabrian ancestor who emigrated to the United States—where citizenship was transmitted partly before and partly after 1948 across four generations.

The Constitutional Court has set a date for the hearing on jus sanguinis, March 11th 2026. Make sure to save the date and follow along for updates.

A Recent Judgment Reaffirms the Centrality of Principles Consolidated in Italian Case Law, Even After the Latest Legislative Reform on Citizenship.

Melanie and her husband Brent had their timeline set for January 2025 to move to Italy. Their original dream was to apply for Italian Citizenship by Descent. After years of planning, they were ready. Then came the October 2024 Circolare which presented the "Minor Issue". This unexpected legal development put their citizenship application on hold just weeks before their scheduled departure. With their established plan suddenly in jeopardy, they had a choice: postpone their dre

Paola's goal wasn't just to be an Italian citizen; it was to live as one. The move from recognition of her Italian citizenship to living as an Italian citizen and resident is a pivot from immigration law to local bureaucracy and, most importantly, lifestyle integration. This phase is about finding a "forever home" and establishing a permanent, high-quality life.

For many descendants of Italians, the dream of European citizenship is stalled by one major obstacle: the wait. Applying through an Italian consulate often means facing backlogs that stretch from 2-5 years just for an appointment. The solution is highly strategic, but complex: bypass the wait entirely by moving to Italy and pursuing citizenship recognition via the local Comune while establishing legal residency. This is the accelerated path chosen by Vivian, a 3rd generation

For Alberto, the most fulfilling aspect of his profession is "being able to advise and support clients in their legal needs and making a positive difference in their lives.” This deep-seated passion for law has been a lifelong pursuit. Despite being the first in his family to enter the legal sector and having no prior connections, he never doubted that it was the right career path for him.

On October 13, 2025, the Italian Chamber of Deputies—one of the two houses of Parliament—approved legislative bill 2369-A. This bill, which now awaits final approval from the Italian Senate, proposes a major centralization of all jure sanguinis applications.

With three of her four grandparents being of Italian descent, Italian culture was a significant part of her upbringing in a predominantly Italian-American community in New York. Jacqueline first encountered the concept of jure sanguinis (citizenship by descent) in the late 2000s, though it wasn't until over a decade later when she was finally able to fully embrace the opportunity. 

The Italian legal landscape is poised for significant developments as the Corte di Cassazione's United Sections prepare for a crucial hearing at 10AM CET on January 13, 2026. The hearing is set to deliberate on the recent laws and the constitutionality of involuntary citizenship loss for minors, decisions that could profoundly reshape Italian and EU law concerning citizenship.

As a busy small business owner with a cafe and bakery as well as my husband’s law firm, and helping to raise our grandchildren, time is a precious commodity. Managing family and work, we simply didn't have the bandwidth to navigate the complex process of collecting documents and making amendments for nine applicants. That's where ViaMonde stepped in, and they truly took care of everything from start to finish.

On Thursday, October 2nd, ViaMonde attorneys, Guillermo Iso and Alberto Lama, traveled to Siena to join the conference ‘Jure Sanguinis Citizenship After the 2025 Reform’. The speakers included Italian attorneys, judges, professors, and scholars, covering topics from the effects of the decree law on Italians born abroad, to permesso di soggiornos, and how naturalization of a parent affects their minor children. Here is the inside scoop from ViaMonde. 

Relocating to Italy and securing Italian citizenship by descent was a dream that I left simmering on the back burner for a long time. Too long. Last fall, everything finally started to come together. Or so I thought. I had a clear plan: move to Italy and apply for citizenship via residency. However, the universe had other ideas.

Welcome Michael, the newest and youngest addition to the ViaMonde team, but don’t let his age fool you. After six years of study, Michael speaks Italian fluently, second only to Carla, a native speaker. Since his high school graduation in 2022, Michael has immersed himself in Social Media, where he quickly learned how to grow a following. His self-taught marketing prowess allowed him to earn a living off his viewership before joining the ViaMonde team.  

As a planner, an entrepreneur, and someone who successfully navigated the complex path to Italian citizenship by descent, established residency first in Spain then Italy, purchased a home and started an international business with offices in Italy, Spain, and the US. I can tell you from experience: you’re not looking for an exit strategy. You're looking for a strategic generational asset that diversifies your family’s opportunities and secures their options against global

Judge Scotti suggests that a partial declaration of unconstitutionality of the Decree Law may be possible because the new law fails to provide a specific deadline for those born before its enactment to apply. As a potential reasonable solution, Judge Scotti contends a one-year deadline should be allowed for descendants born before the decree to submit a request for recognition under the previous provisions.

The hardest part of trading the American Dream for European well-being isn't the paperwork, the visas, or even the property search. From my own experience and watching countless clients, I know it’s the quiet ache of guilt and worry about loved ones left behind, and the dread of expat loneliness. This relocation anxiety often stalls on a profound emotional barrier: How do I build a new life without sacrificing my existing one?

Since the Decree law was enacted on March 28th, 2025, our clients and broader community of Italian descendants living abroad have been perched on the edge of their seats waiting to see what will happen next. We have been keeping a close eye on the situation and are here to bring you an update. 

This diverse background in both work experience and education has equipped Tony with a robust skill set, primarily centered on technology and project management. He possesses a profound understanding of ViaMonde’s services from both the client and operational perspectives, which ensures an optimal experience for clients and the ViaMonde team alike.