A Step-by-Step System to Help You Apply with Confidence — Without Spending Thousands

At BecomeItaliani, we know how overwhelming the process of applying for Italian citizenship by descent can feel—especially when full-service options can cost upwards of $12,000. That’s exactly why we created the Essential DIY Guide: a self-paced digital toolkit designed by people who’ve been through the process themselves.

Our founders, attorney Christina Prejean and engineer Anthony Calvanese (learn more about us here or get to know us on Instagram), both applied for their citizenship in Italy and built this guide to help others avoid confusion, delays, and costly missteps. If you’re ready to put in the work but want expert-backed guidance, this is the most comprehensive and affordable way to do it.

For just $47, you'll receive instant access to the Essential DIY Guide platform—an evolving resource center hosted online (not a static download), with new updates and guidance added as the Italian citizenship landscape changes.

Here’s what’s included:

📍 Step-by-Step Citizenship Roadmap

From identifying your ancestor to submitting your final application, follow a clear sequence designed to keep you on track.

🧾 Complete Document Collection Guidance

Learn how to request records from both U.S. and Italian agencies—including templates, email samples, and tips on getting responses.

🔍 Naturalization & Eligibility Breakdown

Understand what’s required under the 2025 law, and how to prove your ancestor never naturalized in the U.S.

📑 Translation & Apostille Best Practices

Know exactly what needs to be translated, who can do it, and how to handle apostilles with confidence.

🧠 Pro Tips from Successful Applicants

We share the insights, shortcuts, and real-world examples that can save you time—and prevent expensive mistakes.

🔄 Always Up to Date

The guide is hosted on our live DIY platform, where we post updates as laws, procedures, and consulate practices change. You’ll always have access to the most current information.

Want personalized help?

Video consultations are available separately—or explore our discounted bundles.

This guide is perfect for you if:

• You have a parent or grandparent born in Italy
• You’re motivated to DIY but want a clear, structured system
• You want to avoid costly errors and long delays
• You want access to expert-level guidance—without the price tag of full service
• You’d like the option to book professional support if needed, but prefer to stay in control of the process

This guide is designed for people who have a parent or grandparent born in Italy. If that’s you, you’re in the right place!

Whether or not you ultimately qualify for citizenship depends on several legal and historical factors—you’ll determine that within the first few steps of the guide. We’ll walk you through exactly what to look for and how to verify it using official documents.

No need to figure it all out now—that’s what the guide is for.

Note: While our Essential DIY Guide is designed for anyone pursuing Italian citizenship through ancestry (jure sanguinis), the step-by-step instructions are specifically tailored for people applying from the United States—particularly Italian Americans gathering documents from U.S. agencies and dealing with U.S.-based consulates.

You don’t need to spend thousands to reclaim your Italian citizenship. With our Essential DIY Guide, you’ll have everything you need to move forward with clarity, confidence, and everything you need to move forward—plus the option to book expert help when you need it.