'Hard to swallow': Australia's Italian citizenship hopefuls dealt a blow by court

Naijaonpoint_ng | 03-05-2026 03:36pm |

Italy's highest constitutional court has confirmed a law that restricts citizenship by descent solely to individuals with Italian parents or grandparents. This decision significantly impacts a large number of people worldwide, particularly those in Australia with Italian heritage, who were previously eligible to apply for citizenship. The ruling has created obstacles for many Australians seeking to obtain an Italian passport, which is often associated with enhanced travel and residency opportunities within the European Union.

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