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Schengen Visa Travels 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
Traveling in the Schengen Area
The rules and requirements for traveling within the Schengen Area during the summer are explained, especially for citizens of visa-exempt countries. It describes the 90-day limit within a 180-day period, the necessary documents, admission conditions, the importance of having travel medical insurance, and the consequences of breaking the rules.
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Passport Renewal 600 X 400 Px
Citizenship
Renewing an Italian passport for those residing abroad
The text provides a detailed explanation of how to renew an Italian passport from abroad, highlighting the importance of being registered with AIRE, the steps to book an appointment at the relevant consulate, the required documentation, the recommended timelines, and common mistakes that may cause delays, with the aim of making the process faster and smoother.
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Ees Etias Italy Visa 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
ETIAS: The New Fee
The European Commission raises the ETIAS fee to €20 for travelers from visa-exempt countries, set to take effect when the system becomes operational in the last quarter of 2026.
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Italian Citizenship By Descent Minor Issue 600 X 400 Px
Citizenship
Italian citizenship by descent and the “Minor Issue”
The Italian Court of Cassation reopens the debate on the automatic loss of citizenship for minors following their parents’ naturalization—a key issue for thousands of descendants of Italians abroad.
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Integration Agreement Residence Permit Italy 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
The Integration Agreement: who is required to sign it and what is it for?
The article explains how Italy’s Integration Agreement works—a commitment between the State and non-EU foreign citizens who enter the country. It involves obligations like learning Italian, respecting the law, and engaging in civic life. In return, the State provides support and services.
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Italian Citizenship And Constitutional Court 600 X 400 Px
Citizenship
The Constitutional Court rejects challenges to the recognition of Italian citizenship by descent
The Italian Constitutional Court confirmed the validity of the automatic recognition of citizenship by descent (iure sanguinis), rejecting objections regarding its constitutionality. Any changes must be made through legislative means.
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Anagrafe Registration In Italy 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
Foreign nationals and registration in the Civil Registry: FAQ
Registration in the civil registry (Anagrafe) is a key procedure for foreign citizens who wish to reside permanently in Italy. The process outlines its legal and practical importance, who can apply, the requirements, the steps involved, and special cases such as international protection or the birth of children in the country.
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Schengen Visa Extension 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
Is it possible to extend your stay in Italy after the expiration of a Schengen tourist visa?
It is possible to extend a stay in Italy beyond the limit of a Schengen tourist visa, but only in exceptional cases such as force majeure, humanitarian reasons, or serious personal issues. The request must be submitted to the Questura with proper documentation. Staying without authorization after the visa expires may result in fines, expulsion, and a re-entry ban.
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Visa For Family Members Of Italian Citizens 600 X 400 Px
Visas and residence permits
“Carta di soggiorno” and FAMIT permit
The article explains the two legal paths available for non-EU family members of Italian citizens wishing to reside in Italy: the residence card for so-called “mobile” family members (those who have lived in another EU country with the Italian citizen) and the new FAMIT permit for “static” family members (those who have never left Italy)
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