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Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis): government fee breakdown

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Source auto-reconfirmed 25 September 2026 by the daily automated check (figures unchanged since last review).

MAECI now lists EUR 600 for adult applications seeking recognition of Italian citizenship.

These are the fees paid to the Italian Republic government. You pay these directly as part of your application. Fees for dependants, priority services, or higher salary bands may change the total.

How much does the Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis) cost in Italy?

MAECI now lists EUR 600 for adult applications seeking recognition of Italian citizenship.

Source checked against MAECI - Citizenship on 27 June 2026.

Headline total

€600

Adult citizenship-recognition applicant

No changes recorded for this figure since 27 June 2026.

Currency

EUR (Euro)

Last checked

27 June 2026

Itemised fees

Fee componentAmountMandatory?

Recognition of Italian citizenship by an adult#

€600Yes

Worked example

Adult citizenship-recognition applicant — €600

  • EUR 600 adult recognition processing fee

How to read these fees

The €600 headline covers adult citizenship-recognition applicant. Of the 1 component listed above, 1 is mandatory. The single biggest mandatory line is Recognition of Italian citizenship by an adult at €600.

Bringing family changes the total — see the dependant section below. Treat the figure as a planning estimate rather than a quote: confirm each line on the official source linked below on the day you pay, because these fees are revised regularly.

Dependant fees

Adult applicants each pay the recognition fee; minors and other citizenship declarations use different rules and contributions.

Why fees change

Italian citizenship rules changed materially in 2025; fee and eligibility should be checked against MAECI and the relevant consulate before filing.

Primary source

MAECI - Citizenship

https://www.esteri.it/it/servizi-consolari-e-visti/italiani-all-estero/cittadinanza/

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Suggested citation

Visa Atlas, "Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis) fee schedule", https://visaatlas.org/fees/italy/citizenship-by-descent. Last checked 27 June 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the Citizenship by Descent (Jure Sanguinis) cost in government fees?

MAECI now lists EUR 600 for adult applications seeking recognition of Italian citizenship. The worked example assumes adult citizenship-recognition applicant, totalling €600. Fees for dependants, priority service, or higher-tier salary bands change the total — see the itemised table above.

Are these fees refundable if my application is refused?

Most application fees are non-refundable once the government begins processing. Some jurisdictions refund specific components (e.g. Canada's Right of Permanent Residence Fee refunds if refused; UK IHS refunds if the visa is refused). Check the linked primary source for the route you are applying to.

How often do these fees change?

Italian citizenship rules changed materially in 2025; fee and eligibility should be checked against MAECI and the relevant consulate before filing.

Do dependants pay the same fees as the primary applicant?

Adult applicants each pay the recognition fee; minors and other citizenship declarations use different rules and contributions.

Next steps

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