Calls for Awards in the Fields of Innovation and Scientific Research
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) has opened the following calls for awards in the fields of innovation and scientific research: Call for the 4th edition of the “Science, She Says” award, aimed at recognizing a young female scientist, who must not be an Italian citizen, for her significant contribution to […]
Read moreCom.It.Es. Elections 2026 – How to Request A Ballot
Com.It.Es. Elections 2026 – How to Request Registration on the Electoral Roll Elections for the renewal of the COMITES will be held by the end of 2026. The Committees of Italians Abroad (Com.It.Es.) represent the Italian community in its relations with Italian diplomatic and consular missions. They also work to promote the integration of the […]
Read moreCOM.IT.ES. ELECTIONS 2026 – Preparation and Submission of Candidate Lists
In 2026, elections will be held for the renewal of the Committees of Italians Abroad (Com.It.Es.). Pursuant to Article 14 of Presidential Decree (D.P.R.) No. 395/2003, candidate lists may be submitted to the Electoral Office of the Consulate General between the twentieth and thirtieth day following the official calling of the elections (which will […]
Read moreTHE ITALIAN LANGUAGE IN THE WORLD XXVI: CONTEST FOR K-12 SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES
The Week of the Italian Language in the World (WILW), taking place from October 19 to 24, 2025, is themed “Genius Language: Imagine, design, create with Italian!”. This contest is inspired by the WILW theme and celebrates the linguistic, cultural, and social space of the Italian language. It encourages the imaging of a global community […]
Read moreElectronic Identity Cards (CIE): Unlimited Validity for Citizens Aged 70 and Over
As of 30 July 2026, the Italian Electronic Identity Card (Carta d’Identità Elettronica – CIE) issued to Italian citizens 70 years of age or older at the time of application will have unlimited validity. Accordingly, Italian citizens aged 70 and over who are issued a CIE on or after 30 July 2026 will no longer […]
Read moreCessazione della validità della carta d’identità cartacea per l’espatrio dal 3 agosto
A partire dal 3 agosto 2026 la versione cartacea della carta di identità cesserà di essere valida per l’espatrio, indipendentemente dalla data di scadenza riportata sul retro. Il DL 26/06/2026 n.108 ha introdotto alcune modifiche importanti: La Carta d’Identità Cartacea non scaduta può essere utilizzata come strumento identificativo nei rapporti con la Pubblica Amministrazione italiana […]
Read moreCom.It.Es. Elections 2026
Elections to renew Com.It.Es. (Comitati degli Italiani all’Estero, i.e. Committees of Italians Abroad) will be held this year. Italian citizens residing abroad who submit a request will be eligible to vote. What are the elections for? They are for the renewal of Com.It.Es. (Comitati degli Italiani all’Estero, i.e. Committees of Italians Abroad). Established in 1985, […]
Read moreCONSOLATO ONORARIO D’ITALIA A PORTAND (OREGON) – AVVISO RACCOLTA MANIFESTAZIONI DI INTERESSE
Si rende noto che il Consolato Generale d’Italia a San Francisco intende procedere alla nomina del Titolare dell’Ufficio di Console Onorario a Portland (OREGON). Il Console Onorario, che opererà sotto la direzione del Consolato Generale di San Francisco, sarà chiamato a svolgere primariamente funzioni di assistenza in favore dei cittadini italiani e tutela degli interessi italiani […]
Read moreCelebration of the 80° Anniversary of the Italian Republic at the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco proudly hosted its annual Festa della Repubblica celebration, marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic with an evening that brought together more than 700 guests from across the Consulate General’s jurisdiction. Held at the Consulate General, the celebration welcomed representatives of local, state, and international institutions, […]
Read moreThe Consulate General, the Ambassador of Italy to the United States, and the Lazio Region together to promote culture and innovation
Last evening, the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco hosted a reception in honor of the visit of the President of the Lazio Region, Hon. Francesco Rocca, accompanied by a regional delegation. The occasion gained particular distinction from the presence of H.E. Ambassador of Italy to the United States, Marco Peronaci, on his first […]
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