At ICC, we’re always working to support the evolving needs of our students, members, and the wider community. This page is designed to help individuals exploring Italian citizenship—whether you’re just starting out or looking for guidance along the way.
Here, you’ll find a curated list of service providers who can assist with navigating the citizenship process. While ICC cannot guarantee outcomes or ensure that a provider will meet your specific needs, we’ve highlighted professionals with strong experience in this area.
Most of the providers listed below offer discounts to ICC members—be sure to verify your membership with them when inquiring about services.
We encourage you to connect directly with these providers to discuss your unique situation and determine the best path forward for your citizenship journey. If you are unsure of which provider you need, feel free to contact Avv. Alessandra Sbugini, LLM, one of our board members.
Legal Services
Anthony Arena – U.S. Immigration Attorney
Anthony Arena is an accomplished immigration attorney at Fragomen, helping companies and individuals move, work, and settle in the U.S. with confidence. He specializes in business immigration, guiding clients through visas like H-1B, L-1, E-3, and O-1, as well as green card processes including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions.
What he offers:
- Strategic advice for multinational corporations and startups
- Compliance support for HR teams and global mobility programs
- Guidance on audits, site visits, and regulatory updates
Anthony combines a solutions-oriented approach with deep knowledge of U.S. immigration law, helping clients protect their workforce and achieve long-term mobility goals.
Fabio Mastrogiovanni – Italian Attorney
Fabio Mastrogiovanni is an Italian attorney with expertise in citizenship law and cross-border legal support. He has extensive experience with judicial applications for Italian citizenship jure sanguinis, assisting clients worldwide in obtaining official recognition of their Italian status.
Services include:
- Citizenship recognition by descent
- Assistance with consular documentation
- Legal support for vulnerable migrants and unaccompanied minors
Based in Salerno, Fabio also collaborates with Save the Children, reflecting his commitment to human rights and community support. He combines deep legal knowledge with a patient, client-focused approach to make complex processes clear and manageable.
Studio di Consulenza per l’Immigrazione– Italian Immigration Specialists
Patrizia De Longis has over 30 years of experience and is founder of Studio di Consulenza per l’Immigrazione (“Foreigners Help”). Patrizia and her team specializes in Italian immigration and citizenship processes for clients worldwide. The team handles residence permits, citizenship applications, consular documentation, and complex cases involving foreign records and multi-country files.
Services include:
- Article 10 and Article 27 residence permits
- Citizenship by marriage or residency
- Coordination with consulates, Prefectures, and Questure
Patrizia and her team are known for their meticulous, client-focused approach, clear guidance, and efficient communication across time zones. They work within a trusted network of legal professionals to provide comprehensive support, even for complex cases.
Studio di Consulenza per l’Immigrazione
“Foreigners Help”
Via Aldo Moro n. 41/F
04011 – APRILIA (LT)
tel. 0692708134
cell. 3473986993
Translation Services
Arianna Marino, Certified Italian-English Translator
As founder of How Do You Say? Translations, Arianna specializes in translating documents for USCIS and Italian government applications. Born in southern Italy and based in San Diego, she combines cultural insight with professional expertise to help clients navigate complex processes. Arianna is also on the Italian Consulate of Los Angeles reference list for certified translators.
Services include:
- Certified translations for jure sanguinis and jure matrimonii cases
- USCIS paperwork and consular applications
- Pro bono support for asylum cases through Casa Cornelia
Arianna works locally in Southern California and remotely worldwide, providing responsive, transparent, and client-centered service to make citizenship processes understandable and stress-free.
Cristina Belpassi, Certified Italian-English Translator
Christina is a professional English–Italian translator with over 15 years of experience supporting immigration and citizenship documentation. Certified by the American Translators Association and holding a Master’s in Bilingual Translation from the University of Westminster, she provides translations that meet the highest legal standards.
Services include:
- Certified translations for USCIS and Italian consulates
- Birth, marriage, death, and legal documents
- Professional integrity, confidentiality, and precision
Christina also teaches Italian at the Italian Cultural Center of San Diego, combining linguistic expertise with cultural insight to support clients every step of the way.
Simonetta Carr – Certified Italian–English Translator
Simonetta Carr is an Italian–English translator with decades of experience supporting immigration and citizenship documentation. Recognized by the Italian Consulate in Los Angeles since 1998, she translates vital records, legal documents, and other official materials that meet consular and judicial standards.
Key qualifications:
- Certificate of Translation, University of Cambridge
- California License N. H-060724
- Extensive experience in literary, medical, and academic translation
Simonetta combines technical expertise with a commitment to clarity and accuracy, helping clients confidently navigate Italian bureaucracy.
Sofia Di Biase – Sworn Italian–English Translator
Sofia Di Biase is a sworn Italian–English translator with dual Italian-American nationality, uniquely positioned to support cross-border document requirements. She works directly with municipalities and consulates in Italy, helping clients obtain certified translations for citizenship applications, including vital records and legal documents.
What sets her apart:
- Sworn translator registered at the Courts of Latina and Velletri (Rome)
- Direct follow-up with Italian authorities to cut through bureaucracy
- Clear, client-focused guidance with transparent pricing
Based in San Diego for over 20 years, Sofia combines language expertise with cultural understanding to provide responsive, reliable support for citizenship and immigration processes.
Italian Records Services
Francesco Curione – Italian Records Specialist
Francesco, founder of 007 Italian Records, helps clients worldwide locate and obtain Italian birth, marriage, death, and historical records essential for dual citizenship. Working directly with municipalities, church archives, and state archives, he streamlines the documentation process for citizenship applications.
Services include:
- Official record retrieval for jure sanguinis cases
- Genealogy research and ancestral town tours
- Reconnecting families with living relatives
With a background in law and deep knowledge of Italian bureaucracy, Francesco ensures documents are accurate, verifiable, and ready for consular or legal submission.
Disclaimer: The Italian Cultural Center of San Diego (ICC) provides listings of third-party service providers for informational purposes only. ICC does not endorse, guarantee, or verify the services, qualifications, or outcomes of any listed provider, including those offering assistance with Italian citizenship. Some links within the ICC website may lead to other sites that we believe may be useful or informative. ICC does not maintain or control these sites and accordingly make no guarantee concerning the accuracy, reliability, or currency of the information found there. ICC does not receive any compensation, referral fees, or financial benefit from including providers on this list. Individuals are responsible for conducting their own research and selecting any service provider at their own discretion. ICC assumes no responsibility or liability for the services, advice, or results provided by any third-party service provider.