The article recounts the author's attempt to obtain Italian dual citizenship through ancestral lineage based on the jus sanguinis principle. Originally eligible due to his great-grandfather's Italian citizenship, the author faced disappointment when new regulations restricted eligibility to only those with parents or grandparents born in Italy. This change nullified hopes of migrating to Italy, reflecting a broader trend of stricter immigration policies and the complexities of citizenship laws, which impact many potential applicants seeking to reclaim their heritage.
Italy's recent change to jus sanguinis rules now requires applicants to have parents or grandparents born in Italy, eliminating options for those with great-grandparents.
The newly enforced policies on Italian citizenship reflect the nation's efforts to curb excessive migration benefits provided through ancestral connections.
With the new regulations in place, my dreams of obtaining an Italian passport and living in Italy quickly faded away, leaving me at a loss.
The complexities of citizenship law show how rewarding, yet fleeting, the opportunities can be for those seeking to reconnect with their heritage.
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