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Do Apostilles Need to Be Translated When Applying for Italian Citizenship?

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on October 24, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Italy is a destination rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Italians emigrated around the world in search of a better life, and now their descendants are interested in reclaiming Italian citizenship. Yet the path to obtaining Italian citizenship can be complex. The bureaucracy can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to translating documents in a foreign language to Italian. The term Apostille appears frequently in this context. What is an Apostille, and why is it important in the process of acquiring Italian citizenship? This article will explain more about what an Apostille is...

What is a Sworn Translation?

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on September 26, 2023. Posted in Blog.

If you’re applying for Italian citizenship, you might already know you’ll need to translate any foreign language documents into Italian. Whether you apply for citizenship at your local consulate, via the municipality in Italy, or through the Italian courts, your documents will need to be accompanied by an Italian translation. What you might not know, though, is that in certain cases your translations will need to be certified or sworn. Which documents need to be translated? Generally speaking, all documents submitted for your citizenship application that aren’t in Italian need to be translated....

How to certify a translated document

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on August 24, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Acquiring Italian citizenship entails presenting various legal documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other essential vital records. Since most of these documents will likely be in your native language, it is crucial to have them accurately translated into Italian. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of certifying translated documents to facilitate your application for Italian citizenship, ensuring a smooth and successful pathway to becoming an Italian citizen. Finding a translator: the first step Start by conducting thorough research to find reputable...

Do you need a translator to purchase property in Italy?

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on July 28, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Perhaps you are considering buying a property in Italy, but the language barrier scares you, or you are curious about the bureaucracy involved. If you do not speak Italian, at some point, you will need a translator. As a matter of fact, Italian law requires the presence of an official translator in cases where the buyer is not bilingual. Buying in a foreign country can be daunting, therefore, working with a translator is crucial and often prevents any hassles or delays down the line. At what stage of the process do you need a translator? Imagine the allure of owning a villa surrounded by picturesque...

How to translate vital records for a citizenship application at an Italian court

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on June 30, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Our previous article focused on translating the vital records for a citizenship application at an Italian consulate and municipality in Italy. On the other hand, this article will focus on translating the vital records for a citizenship application at an Italian court. It is worth pointing out that as of June 22, 2022, all court cases must be filed at the court that covers the applicant’s ancestor’s municipality of birth. More specifically, if you have a 1948 case involving a female ancestor in your Italian lineage, the translations of all your vital records will need to be certified prior to...

How to translate vital records for a citizenship application at a municipality in Italy

Written by Italian Citizenship Translators on May 26, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Our previous article focused on translating the vital records for a citizenship application at an Italian consulate in the United States or outside of the U.S. This article instead will focus on translating the vital records needed for a citizenship application at a municipality in Italy. While the eligibility requirements to apply are the same, if you apply for citizenship in Italy, as a general rule, you will not need to provide the vital records pertaining to the spouses of the individuals in your Italian lineage, unless specifically required by the municipality to which you are applying....