News – Declarations for the Acquisition of Citizenship per “beneficio di legge”
Please be informed that the Budget Law for the year 2026 has introduced some amendments to the legislation on citizenship, in particular with regard to acquisition “per beneficio di legge”. As of 1 January 2026, applications and the related declarations submitted by parents—at least one of whom is a citizen by birth—of minors born abroad […]
Read moreVisit of the Italian Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto, in Libano (22-23 December 2025)
Today, the Italian Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto, concluded a two-day official visit to Lebanon, where he held valuable and cordial meetings with President Joseph Aoun and his Lebanese counterpart, Gen. Michel Menassa, focusing on regional security, Lebanon’s stability, and the strategic role of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF). Minister Crosetto informed Lebanese authorities of […]
Read moreInternational Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, reaffirms Italy’s and the Foreign Ministry’s ongoing commitment to preventing and combating all forms of violence and discrimination against women, in Italy and around the world. The Minister stated: “Violence against […]
Read moreItalian cuisine week in Lebanon 2025: Celebrating taste, culture and innovation
The Italian Embassy in Beirut and the Italian Trade Agency Office in Beirut proudly inaugurate the Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World, taking place across Lebanon from 17 to 21 November 2025. Held under this year’s theme – “Italian Cuisine: Between Health, Culture, and Innovation” – the initiative celebrates Italy’s culinary excellence as […]
Read moreVisit to Lebanon of the Undersecretary of State for Defense, Senator Isabella RAUTI (31 October – 02 November 2025)
Yesterday, concluded the visit to Lebanon of the Undersecretary of State for Defense, Senator Isabella RAUTI. Upon her arrival in Beirut on Friday afternoon, the Senator met with the Lebanese Minister of Defense, Gen. Michel Menassa, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Yarze, before heading to southern Lebanon on Saturday. After discussions with the UNIFIL Force […]
Read moreCittà in scena. Urban Regeneration: the Italian way to a sustainable future
The exhibition “Città in scena. Urban Regeneration: the Italian way to a sustainable future” closes in Beirut: an open lab for urban regeneration and reconstruction The Beirut edition of “La città in scena. Urban Regeneration: the Italian way to a sustainable future” has concluded yesterday at Abroyan Factory in Bourj Hammoud. Promoted by the Italian […]
Read moreAre you a non-EU citizen planning to travel to Italy? Find out about the new EES system
From 12 October, traveling to Europe for a short stay will become easier! The Entry/Exit System (EES) is the new European border management system that records the crossing of the external borders of 29 European countries by third-country nationals traveling to Europe for a short stay. Passport stamping will be replaced by a digital and […]
Read moreCITIES ON STAGE. URBAN REGENERATION: THE ITALIAN WAY TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
CITIES ON STAGE. URBAN REGENERATION: THE ITALIAN WAY TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Beirut, 18 September – 12 October 2025 Exhibition: Abroyan Factory – Bourj Hammoud Parallel Events: Cinema Royal – Bourj Hammoud The Embassy of Italy in Lebanon and the Italian Cultural Institute in Beirut have inaugurated on September 18 the exhibition “Citta’ in […]
Read moreDeadline extension – 2025 Public Notice for private entities for projects on international peace and security, humanitarian actions, and human rights
With reference to the above-mentioned public notice, available at the following link: https://ambbeirut.esteri.it/en/news/dall_ambasciata/2025/08/2025-public-notice-for-private-entities-for-projects-on-international-peace-and-security-humanitarian-actions-and-human-rights, the deadline has been extended from 5 to 12 September 2025, 12:00 (Rome time). Submission of applications: via PEC for entities based in Italy/EU (dgap.contributi@cert.esteri.it); through the competent Italian Representation for non-EU entities. For submission of applications to the Embassy, please contact: […]
Read more2025 Public Notice for private entities for projects on international peace and security, humanitarian actions, and human rights
The 2025 Public Notice for private entities (Art. 23-ter of Presidential Decree 18/1967) is online: grants to Italian and foreign private entities for projects on international peace and security, humanitarian actions, and human rights. Indicative envelope: €1,000,000 (subject to availability). Max grant: €150,000, up to 90% of total costs; duration: up to 12 months; start […]
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