Registering UK Birth/Marriage/Divorce in Italy (2025): Documents, Apostille & Consular Transcriptions
How to register UK vital events with your Italian consulate and get them transcribed into Italian civil records (Stato Civile).
If you’re an Italian citizen in the UK, you should register vital events (birth, marriage, divorce) with your Italian consulate so they’re transcribed into Italian records (Stato Civile). This keeps your AIRE file consistent and prevents delays for passports or family services.
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What you’ll typically need
Requirements vary by consulate and event type — always confirm.
| Event | Certificate Type | Legalisation | Translation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birth | UK long-form birth certificate (with parents) | Often apostille required | Often translation required | Submit via consulate; rules vary |
| Marriage | UK marriage certificate | Often apostille required | Often translation required | Bring prior marriage records if abroad |
| Divorce | UK final order / decree | Often apostille required | Often translation required | Some divorces need extra recognition steps |
Apostille service (UK): gov.uk/get-document-legalised
General process (typical)
- Order the correct certificate.
- Get apostille/legalisation in the UK if required.
- Prepare a certified Italian translation.
- Submit to your consulate’s Stato Civile office.
- Consulate sends to your comune in Italy for transcription.
- Wait for confirmation or check via FAST IT/email.
Timescales vary from weeks to months, depending on the comune and consulate workload.
Sample checklist (birth registration)
- UK long-form birth certificate (with parents’ names)
- Apostille (if requested by your consulate)
- Italian translation (per consular rules)
- Copies of parents’ IDs and AIRE confirmation
- Consulate submission form (if applicable)
- Proof of address (if asked)
Common pitfalls (and fixes)
- Wrong certificate type → order the long-form birth certificate.
- Missing apostille → many consulates require it; get it before translating.
- Translation not compliant → use certified/sworn translators as required.
- Unclear surnames after marriage → provide marriage certificate and update AIRE.
Useful links
- UK Apostille: gov.uk/get-document-legalised
- FAST IT: serviziconsolarionline.esteri.it
- Italian MFA: esteri.it
FAQs
Do I always need an apostille?
Many consulates require it for UK certificates — always check your consulate before spending on translations.
How long does transcription take?
It varies from weeks to months. Delays often occur at the comune stage.
Can I register events by post?
Many consulates accept postal submissions for Stato Civile, but always follow your consulate’s instructions.
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