Destination: Italy
Apostilles for Documents Going to Italy
Italian citizenship by descent can mean a dozen documents across several generations, each apostilled and translated. We help families put together a clean, consistent set.
- Government fee included
- Rush and same-day available
- Open every day 8am–10pm
At a glance
Citizenship by Descent
A citizenship application usually needs certified records for each generation between you and your Italian-born ancestor: births, marriages, divorces and deaths, plus evidence of whether the ancestor naturalized in the U.S. and when. Each U.S. record is apostilled by the state that issued it, so a family spread across states means several Secretaries of State. California records are what we apostille here.
Italy narrowed citizenship by descent in 2025. Check your eligibility with the consulate or an Italian citizenship lawyer before ordering a full set.
Getting the Records Right
- Order full certified copies, not abstracts.
- Look for spelling differences (Giuseppe on one record, Joseph on another). Italian offices may ask for amendments or a “one and the same person” affidavit.
- Apostille, then translate. Translations normally cover the apostille too.
Residency and Property
Elective residency and other visas, buying property, and inheritance often call for apostilled powers of attorney, marriage certificates and, for some visas, background checks.
Consulate
Most Central Coast residents fall under the consulate in Los Angeles, but districts vary, so check the consulate’s website for which office covers your county.
Not sure this is the right document or the right apostille? Call (805) 866-4199, any day 8am–10pm. We will tell you exactly what your destination needs before you pay for anything.
How It Works
Done for You, Start to Finish
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Book Online
Pick the service and a time, and pay securely. Or call and we will set it up with you.
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Drop Off or Mail
Bring it to 1117 State St, book a mobile visit, or mail it in. We notarize first if your document needs it.
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We Submit It
We check it, then submit it to the California Secretary of State for the apostille.
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You Get It Back
Pick it up at the office or choose tracked return shipping anywhere in the world.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you apostille my grandparent's records from New York?
Records issued by New York must be apostilled by New York. We apostille the California records in your file and can tell you how to handle the others.
Do I need a translation for Italy?
Almost always. Each document and its apostille are usually translated into Italian.
Ready to Get Started?
Book online in a few minutes, or call and talk to a person. Open every day, 8am to 10pm.