Absolutely, you can apply for Italian citizenship by descent even if you don’t speak Italian. Language proficiency is not a requirement for this type of citizenship application. Your eligibility primarily depends on your ancestral connection to Italy. And there are plenty of good reasons to go for Italian citizenship even if you don’t speak the language, as this guide on the benefits of Italian citizenship by descent shows.

To begin the citizenship process, you’ll need to gather necessary documents like birth, marriage, and death certificates of your Italian ancestors and yourself. These documents serve as proof of your Italian heritage. It’s important to ensure that all documents are correctly translated into Italian and legalized for use in your application.

Once you have all the required documents, you can submit your application either through the nearest Italian consulate in your country or directly in Italy if you are residing there. The consulate will guide you through the process. You’ll need to be patient, the process can take months, but being fluent in Italian is not a requirement.