Last Change:
08/19/2024
Act No. 91 of 5 February 1992, Citizenship
Year: 1992
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Nationality, Integration & Public Affairs
Link to external source:
https://www.refworld.org/legal/legislation/natlegbod/1992/en/15009
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.