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Gina Lollobrigida: the Italian actress’s will and inheritance

On January 16, 2023, the iconic Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida died at 95 years of age. A few days later the notary Dott.ssa Barbara Franceschini opened Lollobrigida’s will, to…

InheritanceBlog
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Inheritance and succession: how to become a legitimate heir

Are you unsure of what qualifies as a “legitimate heir” in an Italian inheritance? With the order of October 19, 2022 n. 30761, the Italian Court of Cassation ruled…

InheritanceBlog
Courts of Italy: how judges approach documentation discrepancies

On June 22, 2022 a new legislation regarding Italian Dual Citizenship has been introduced. To date, applications to get Italian Citizenship must be submitted to the District Court of…

Dual Citizenship
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A.I.R.E. – Registry of Italian Dual Citizens Abroad

Dual Italian Citizenship: who needs to register with A.I.R.E? 1. If you are born in Italy and plan to live in another country for more than 12 months; MY…

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Italian inheritance: who has to certify the death of an American citizen with estate in Italy?

A formal proof of death is the first requirement that has to be met when a person dies and an inheritance is involved. The standard way to certify a…

InheritanceBlog
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Dual Italian Citizenship: How to get your B1 Language Certificate

of the requirements of the latter is that spouses of an Italian citizen get a B1 Italian Language Certificate. B1 Language Certificate: What is it? is mandatory for getting…

Dual CitizenshipBlog
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No-Appointment Case: Can I turn to another Consulate for an earlier appointment?

More and more people are deciding to start their journey to acquire dual U.S./Italian citizenship. The standard route for people residing outside of Italy is to submit accurate documentation…

Dual Citizenship
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Dual Italian Citizenship: Do I need my parents to apply?

MY LAWYER IN ITALY® helps individuals apply for their Italian dual citizenship day in, day out – with or without their parents’ involvement. Questions such as: MY LAWYER IN…

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Italian Dual Citizenship: Who is eligible?

There are many benefits and advantages; however, proof of Italian parentage and ancestry are always required. Each petitioner must demonstrate that his/her ancestors have passed their Italian citizenship and…

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