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The Italian Citizenship Podcast is a project dedicated to the subject of Italian citizenship hosted by Italian attorney, Marco Permunian, head of the US office of Italian Citizenship Assistance and video podcaster known for his video podcast series Not Your Average Globetrotter & dual citizen, Rafael Di Furia.  In this podcast series Marco and Rafael share all their experience and expertise while discussing various topics related to Italian citizenship; citizenship by descent (Jure Sanguinis / Jus Sanguinis), Italian citizenship by naturalization (by marriage / Jure Matrimonii), as well as Italian Citizenship through a 1948 court case and more. The Italian Citizenship Podcast is here to demystify some seemingly complicated aspects of the process in order to help people better understand what they need to do, the steps they need to take, determining if they are eligible for citizenship and how to proceed... In short, the ABC’s and 123's of Italian citizenship and what is involved during every step of the process and beyond. The Italian Citizenship Podcast is presented by http://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.com To contact ICA - http://ItalianCitizenshipAsssitance.com/contact For more from Rafael Di Furia - http://RafaelDiFuria.com & http://NotYourAverageGlobetrotter.com

  1. Jul 27

    Major Update: No More Minor Issue After Landmark Ruling!

    A landmark ruling from the United Sections of Italy’s Supreme Court has changed the legal treatment of the minor issue in Italian citizenship by descent cases involving an Italian ancestor who naturalized while their child was underage. The decision may affect pending court proceedings, consular applications, recent rejections, and future jure sanguinis claims, while questions remain about how it may interact with the rules introduced by the Tajani Decree. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the Supreme Court’s minor issue ruling and what it may mean for Italian dual citizenship applicants.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    Major Update: No More Minor Issue After Landmark Ruling!

  2. Jul 22

    Italian Passport vs ID Card: Which One Do Italian Citizens Need?

    Italian citizens can use an Italian passport or identity card as official identification, but each document serves different practical purposes for travel, public services, and everyday life in Italy and the European Union. For people who receive recognition of Italian citizenship by descent, the application options may also depend on whether they reside in Italy or abroad and apply through an Italian consulate. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the differences between an Italian electronic identity card and passport, including when each document may be needed.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from  @RafaelDiFuria  about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    Italian Passport vs ID Card: Which One Do Italian Citizens Need?

  3. Jul 8

    ICA Wins Italian Citizenship Case in Court Tajani Decree, Minor Issue and Consular Rejection

    For people who began the process of applying for Italian citizenship by descent before the Tajani Decree, timing and documentation can still be important parts of how a case is evaluated in Italy. This may include situations involving consular delays, unavailable appointments, prior case preparation, Prenotami registration, or the minor issue, especially when an applicant can show that the process had already started before the rules changed. For families seeking recognition of Italian dual citizenship through jure sanguinis, these details can help explain the circumstances surrounding a case without assuming that every situation will be treated the same way. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about how prior intent, consular obstacles, and recent court decisions may be considered in Italian citizenship by descent cases after the Tajani Decree.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from @RafaelDiFuria about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    ICA Wins Italian Citizenship Case in Court Tajani Decree, Minor Issue and Consular Rejection

  4. Jul 1

    Italian Citizenship by Marriage: B1 Language Requirement and Exemptions

    Italian citizenship by marriage has specific timing rules, document requirements, and a B1 Italian language requirement that spouses of Italian citizens should understand before starting the process. For those connected to Italian citizenship by descent, dual citizenship, or marriage registration in Italy, the application can involve details that are easy to overlook, especially when language test exemptions may be relevant. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about Italian citizenship by marriage, the B1 language requirement, and possible exemptions.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from  @RafaelDiFuria  about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    Italian Citizenship by Marriage: B1 Language Requirement and Exemptions

  5. Jun 17

    New Rules for Italy's Electronic ID Card for Italian Citizens Living Abroad

    Italy’s carta d’identità elettronica is becoming more accessible for Italian citizens living abroad, especially for those registered with AIRE outside the European Union. With new rules from June 1, 2026, eligible Italian citizens can request the electronic ID card through any comune in Italy, not only through their AIRE municipality or consulate. This change matters for dual citizens, Italian citizens abroad, and anyone replacing an old paper identity card before the August 2026 deadline. It also affects how citizens may use Italian identification for travel within Europe, public administration services, and practical life in Italy. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about Italy’s electronic ID card, who can request it, and how the new comune-based process works for Italian citizens living abroad.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from  @RafaelDiFuria  about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    New Rules for Italy's Electronic ID Card for Italian Citizens Living Abroad

  6. Jun 11

    Tajani Decree Update: June 9th 2026 Constitutional Court Hearing - What Happened?

    Many people following Italian citizenship by descent had been waiting for the Italian Constitutional Court hearing on the Tajani Decree. The June 9th hearing followed referral orders from the courts of Mantua and Campobasso and focused on the legal challenges surrounding Law 74/2025 and its effect on jure sanguinis citizenship cases. For those pursuing Italian dual citizenship, this moment is closely tied to questions about the post-Tajani Decree rules, pending applications, consular appointment access, and how certain cases may be evaluated in Italian courts. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the June 9th Constitutional Court hearing and what it may mean for Italian citizenship by descent cases after the Tajani Decree.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from  @RafaelDiFuria  about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com

    Tajani Decree Update: June 9th 2026 Constitutional Court Hearing - What Happened?

  7. May 20

    Italian Citizenship Cases Supreme Court vs Constitutional Court

    Italian citizenship by descent has become closely tied to several major legal developments in Italy, including the Tajani Decree, the role of the Corte di Cassazione, and upcoming reviews before the Corte Costituzionale. For applicants following jure sanguinis cases, 1948 cases, the minor age issue, or court challenges after recent rule changes, understanding the difference between Italy’s Supreme Court and Constitutional Court can help clarify why different rulings may affect citizenship cases in different ways. The Supreme Court and Constitutional Court serve separate roles in the Italian legal system, especially when courts are asked to interpret citizenship law, review constitutional concerns, or address claims connected to consular appointment delays and applications affected by the Tajani Decree. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the difference between the Italian Supreme Court and Constitutional Court and how each may relate to Italian citizenship by descent cases.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.comTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:43 – What are the differences between the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court in Italy?6:11 – Is there a difference in their level of power as well? How does that balance out within the Italian court system?8:36 – What would things look like if the Tajani Decree were determined to be unconstitutional?9:47 – What would the path look like for those currently pursuing Italian citizenship by descent through the courts?12:21 – Closing Thoughts & Outro

    Italian Citizenship Cases Supreme Court vs Constitutional Court

  8. May 13

    Italian Citizenship by Descent: Meeting the Post Tajani Requirements

    For people who meet the post-Tajani Decree requirements for Italian citizenship by descent, the application process can depend on several practical factors while legal challenges to the decree continue in Italy. Consular appointment availability, Italian municipality applications, court cases based on lack of appointment access, and the future centralized citizenship office in Rome may all affect how a jure sanguinis application moves forward. Residency, document preparation, consular procedures, and the choice of applying from Italy can each shape the next steps. In this episode of the Italian Citizenship Podcast hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn more about the current options for Italian citizenship by descent applicants who meet the post-Tajani Decree requirements.For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team of dual-citizenship experts and attorneys you can use the contact form on the Italian Citizenship Assistance website:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/To see more from Rafael Di Furia about life in Italy and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.comTopics & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts0:39 – What does the process look like for those applying after the Tajani Decree?9:38 – How can ICA help you determine eligibility?11:09 – Could the Tajani Decree be reversed or struck down? What could things look like in the future?13:37 – Closing Thoughts & Outro

    Italian Citizenship by Descent: Meeting the Post Tajani Requirements
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The Italian Citizenship Podcast is a project dedicated to the subject of Italian citizenship hosted by Italian attorney, Marco Permunian, head of the US office of Italian Citizenship Assistance and video podcaster known for his video podcast series Not Your Average Globetrotter & dual citizen, Rafael Di Furia.  In this podcast series Marco and Rafael share all their experience and expertise while discussing various topics related to Italian citizenship; citizenship by descent (Jure Sanguinis / Jus Sanguinis), Italian citizenship by naturalization (by marriage / Jure Matrimonii), as well as Italian Citizenship through a 1948 court case and more. The Italian Citizenship Podcast is here to demystify some seemingly complicated aspects of the process in order to help people better understand what they need to do, the steps they need to take, determining if they are eligible for citizenship and how to proceed... In short, the ABC’s and 123's of Italian citizenship and what is involved during every step of the process and beyond. The Italian Citizenship Podcast is presented by http://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.com To contact ICA - http://ItalianCitizenshipAsssitance.com/contact For more from Rafael Di Furia - http://RafaelDiFuria.com & http://NotYourAverageGlobetrotter.com

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  • Creator
    Italian Citizenship Assistance
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    193
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