🇮🇹 Italy · Ancestry

Cittadinanza Italiana per Discendenza (Iure Sanguinis) presso il Consolato Generale d'Italia a Los Angeles — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-23 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€600
Minimum annual salary€600
Ancestry proofRequired
Age range18–100

Costs

Application / consular fee€600

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://conslosangeles.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/cittadinanza/cittadinanza-per-discendenza/.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €600.

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.

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