One if the most common questions we receive is how long does it take to get a citizenship by Marriage?
Based on Law Degree Oct. 4, 2018 n. 113, the Ministry of Interior Office has 48 months to process applications for citizenship.
(Originally, this was 730 days).
Italian Citizenship by Descents UK applications have a two-year timeframe, but may be processed quicker.
What’s the difference in processing times for these applications?
Consulates handle the citizenship applications
However, they work as an intermediary between applicants and Ministry of Interior Office for marriage/civil union applications at the start.
During the remaining part of the process, the Office of Ministry in Rome handles everything else.
Should the four-year limit come and go, the Ministry of Interior office must give their answer to the applicant.
The applicant can submit a formal letter of notice (Diffida) to demand an immediate answer.
These letters often pick up the pace in which applications are reviewed, as the Ministry does not want to participate in lawsuits.
A “Diffida” usually sent by an attorney on behalf of an applicant, but the applicant can send it.
Be aware that an attorney-drafted Diffida does more than an applicant-sent one.
If your application is nearing or has passed the law-allowed deadline, reach out to us for legal help.
That’s why is so important – and almost mandatory – to request Italian Citizenship Assistance UK