| New rules on citizenship Nuove norme sulla cittadinanza | |
|---|---|
| Italian Parliament | |
| Citation | Law No. 91 of 1992 |
| Territorial extent | Italy |
| Enacted by | X Legislature |
| Enacted | 5 February 1992 |
| Commenced | 5 February 1992 |
| Administered by | Ministry of the Interior |
| Status: Amended | |
Italian nationality law is the law of Italy governing the acquisition, transmission and loss of Italian citizenship. Like many continental European countries it is largely based on jus sanguinis. It also incorporates many elements that are seen as favourable to the Italian diaspora. The Italian Parliament's 1992 update of Italian nationality law is Law no. 91, and came into force on 15 August 1992. Presidential decrees and ministerial directives, including several issued by the Ministry of the Interior, instruct the civil service how to apply Italy's citizenship-related laws.