From Independence to Republic: Italy and the United States in Transatlantic Perspective
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco hosted the symposium “From Independence to Republic: 1776 and 1946 in Transatlantic Perspective,” bringing together scholars, legal experts, and institutional representatives to explore the constitutional and intellectual ties between Italy and the United States. Organized in the context of the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of […]
Read moreIMPORTANT NOTICE – Passport Applications and A.I.R.E. Registration
To apply for a passport, Italian citizens in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco must verify their A.I.R.E. registration status and ensure that their registered residential address is accurate and up to date well in advance of their appointment. Italian citizens not registered with A.I.R.E. must submit their A.I.R.E. registration […]
Read moreINDIZIONE DELLE ELEZIONI PER IL RINNOVO DEI COM.IT.ES 2026
Si comunica che le elezioni per il rinnovo dei Com.It.Es sono indette. Si prega di leggere attentamente il decreto, che si può scaricare cliccando qui. La data delle elezioni è fissata al 4 dicembre 2026. Tale data corrisponde all’ultimo giorno utile per far pervenire al Consolato la busta contenente la propria scheda elettorale votata. Per […]
Read moreCalls 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, […]
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