Last Change:

08/19/2024

Act No. 91 of 5 February 1992, Citizenship

Year: 1992

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Nationality, Integration & Public Affairs

Description

Italian citizenship is primarily governed by Law No. 91 of February 5, 1992. This law reflects the principles of jus sanguinis (right of blood), meaning that citizenship is typically passed down through the Italian parentage rather than being automatically granted by birth on Italian soil (jus soli). The law allows for dual citizenship, meaning that individuals can maintain their Italian citizenship even if they acquire another nationality.