I have an Italian passport, but I'm also British by birth. Should I get a UK passport?
I am an Italian citizen resident in Italy and I have an Italian biometric passport. The last time I had a British passport was over 30 years ago, when it got stolen. The crime was reported but that was the last time I saw it.
Before Brexit, I would use my carta d'indentita (ID card) to travel in and around Europe but in 2016, when I last travelled to the UK, I used my Italian passport. I had no problems whatsoever, excluding the camera thingy in the ePassport gates. The camera said I was not the same person in the photo (I am) but...sigh... I have put on a significant amount of weight in the last five years. So, in a sense, the camera didn't lie.
- I would like to know, is it a good idea to apply for a British passport? Am I still eligible?
I was born in the UK and I still have family in the UK but both my parents are dead, (my father was Scottish/British) and I have no siblings living in the UK. I feel I must point out that I lost my birth certificate in one of the six times I moved house in my lifetime.
If I qualify, what would be the quickest and easiest way to obtain a British passport while I am in Italy?
UPDATE
Many many thanks to @David who has provided me the link to the passport application for overseas citizens. However, it appears I must complete a LSO1 (Lost or stolen British passport notification) But the theft occurred over 30-33 years ago, and I do not have any documents detailing the theft. I was about 20 years old. I don't even remember if there ever was a document.
Furthermore, it says
Send or take this form to the nearest British Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.
The Italian post is notoriously slow, and I live miles away from the nearest Consulate. I would need to travel two hours to get there. Should I call the embassy before filling the form? More importantly,
- After 30-33 years, do I still need to fill the LS01 form?
Original Query
- What advantages are there in having a British passport vs. an Italian one?
Before Brexit, (for travelling purposes) I would have said "none" but now I am not so sure.
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Can I have both UK and Italian passport?
Dual citizenship (also known as dual nationality) is allowed in the UK. This means you can be a British citizen and also a citizen of other countries. Applicants over 18 years old born in the UK to Italian nationals registered with the AIRE office and with an Italian passport issued before 05.02.Does Italy have dual citizenship with UK?
There are three paths you can take when looking to apply for Italian dual citizenship from UK. These three different methods are applying by descent (if you have an Italian born ancestor), by marriage (if you are married to an Italian citizen), or by naturalization (by living in Italy for a designated period of time).Is there a downside to dual citizenship with Italy?
Generally, you may be denied a position that allows you access to classified information if you have dual citizenship, not just with Italy but with other countries as well. This may make it challenging for you to be approved for a high level security clearance to work in your desired field.What are the advantages of having an Italian passport?
Italy has one of the most powerful passports in the world with bearers being able to travel visa-free to 127 countries visa-free (as of early 2019). Italian citizenship gives you the rights and privileges to freely roam around the EU without limitations.How To Apply For Italian Passport ~ Mistakes To Avoid while Applying For Italian Passport
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