This Citizenship by Ancestry is DEAD

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Apr 10, 2025

Recent changes to Italy's citizenship by descent policy have made it harder to obtain automatic citizenship, impacting millions worldwide. The discussion highlights the urgency for those seeking Italian citizenship and suggests alternative countries with more flexible options. Additionally, the advantages of citizenship by descent, especially regarding travel flexibility in Europe, are explored. Listeners learn that now is the time to act before more options disappear, making ancestral citizenship an appealing strategy.

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INSIGHT

Italy Restricts Citizenship by Descent

Italy restricted its citizenship by descent, impacting millions.
Previously, anyone with an unbroken lineage could claim Italian citizenship, regardless of ties to Italy.

ANECDOTE

Friend's Successful Application

Andrew Henderson's friend secured Italian citizenship for his family using a distant ancestor.
This is now much harder due to new restrictions.

ADVICE

Claim Available Passports

Claim any passport you qualify for, even if you don't plan to live there.
More passports offer more options, like tax reduction and asset protection.

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In this episode, Mr Henderson shares the urgent changes to Italy’s citizenship by descent policy, a major shift that will impact millions of people worldwide. He breaks down how this once widely accessible passport option is now restricted and what this means for those seeking second citizenship through ancestry.

Mr Henderson also outlines other countries that still offer flexible citizenship by descent options. Whether you're planning a backup passport or just starting to explore your family's history, this video explains why now is the time to act and take up available options—before more doors close.

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