In accordance with the current legislation on citizenship, the Consulate General of Italy in Houston informs that the acquisition of Italian citizenship by minors born abroad and residing within this consular district may take place through two distinct procedures, determined by the date of birth of the minor and the legal status of the parents at the time of birth.
In order to ensure proper processing of applications and to direct applicants to the appropriate procedure, users are invited to first identify the applicable case and to access the dedicated information page, which sets out the requirements, deadlines, and procedures for submitting the application.
General regime
This applies to minors born abroad who do not fall under the transitional provisions and for whom the ordinary procedure for the acquisition of Italian citizenship applies.
🔗 Access the dedicated page – General regime
Transitional provision for minors already born
This applies to minors already born as of May 24, 2025, for whom the legislation provides a transitional framework, with specific procedures and deadlines for submitting the application.
🔗 Access the dedicated page – Minors born on or before May 24, 2025