What Italian Level Do You Need for Citizenship by Descent?
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What Level of Italian Does Citizenship by Descent Require?
If you are applying for Italian citizenship by descent, you generally need to prove your Italian level. According to the Università per Stranieri di Siena, the certifications used for this are CILS and CELI, and the level required is B1.
This page is not legal advice. Confirm the exact requirement, deadlines, and any exceptions directly with the Università per Stranieri di Siena or with the consulate or agency handling your case.
Where ItalianDaily Fits In
ItalianDaily is built around real-life situations — greetings, work, the doctor, the apartment, the bank — with listen-and-speak drills and spaced repetition. Its own material says the course covers A1-level situations.
A1 is a starting level. It is not the same as the B1 level required for citizenship by descent. Finishing ItalianDaily by itself does not qualify you for citizenship — you would still need to reach B1 and pass a CILS or CELI exam.
Why So Many People Study Italian
- Italian is the 7th most-studied language in the world, according to the Duolingo Language Report 2025.
- More than 17 million Americans claim Italian ancestry, according to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) — a common reason people look into citizenship by descent and start learning the language.
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What to Do Next
This is general information, not legal advice about your specific citizenship case. Every family's paperwork and deadlines are different.
- Confirm the exact language level and exam (CILS or CELI, B1) with the Università per Stranieri di Siena or your consulate before you assume you're ready.
- Try ItalianDaily's A1 listen-and-speak drills for real situations to see where you currently stand, then plan for B1-level study once you know your deadline.
- Whenever you check your own paperwork, dates, or numbers against an official requirement, always confirm the final answer with the responsible agency or a qualified professional.