Hi,
I've been looking at getting my Italian citizenship by descent if possible.
So my great grandfather came from Italy in the 1930s to Australia. He never got Australian citizenship.
My grandfather never claimed Italian citizenship. He is an Australian citizen.
My father never claimed italian citizenship. He is an Australian citizen.
I am an Australian citizen.
So from what I have read technically I should be able to apply and should get Italian citizenship.
If that's true, then regarding documents such as my great grandfather birth certificate etc. What if I don't have access to those or simply can't find them? What issue does that pose.
Overall how long does it take to get citizenship and a passport if I follow all the steps. I'll be applying in Australia.
Thanks for help and any tips.