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Q: How does the free preliminary search work?

You share the key facts you already know. We check Italian civil and parish sources to confirm if a search is feasible and where records are likely to be found. No obligation or payment at this stage.

Q: What records can you check?

Civil registrations (birth, marriage, death), parish registers, military draft lists, and selected local archive indexes. Availability depends on the municipality and the time period.

Q: How long does it take to get preliminary results?

Preliminary checks usually take a few days. Official replies from municipalities may take from 1 to 8 weeks, depending on their workload.

Q: Can you obtain official certificates?

Yes. With authorization (delegation and an ID copy), we can request certified copies from Italian municipalities and provide translations if needed.

Q: What information do I need to start?

Full name, approximate dates, and the Italian town or province. Any supporting documents—such as certificates, naturalization files, or ship manifests—are helpful.

Q: Do you cover all Italian regions, including Sicily and Southern Italy?

Yes, we work across all Italian regions, including Sicily and Southern Italy. Record coverage varies by place and period.

Q: What happens after the free preliminary step?

We send a research plan with scope, timeline, and cost. You decide whether to proceed—there is no commitment during the preliminary stage.

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We check Italy’s official archives to confirm your ancestors’ records. Fast, reliable, and confidential – no cost, no obligation. Our expert researchers specialize in helping families trace their Italian ancestors, even when records are not available online.

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We search official state and parish archives to verify every detail. Over 200 successful searches conducted in the past year.

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1. Share Your Family Details – Names, dates, places you know

Share any names, dates, and places you know — even a small detail can help.
Example: “My grandmother Maria was born near Palermo around 1910. Her father was called Giuseppe and moved to the U.S. in the 1940s.

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We access state and parish records to find authentic documents — birth, marriage, death, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the free preliminary search work?

Our free preliminary search is designed to help you trace your Italian ancestors quickly. You provide the basic details you know, and we check Italian civil and parish archives to confirm if the records exist.

What records can you check?

We review Italian civil registrations (birth, marriage, death), parish registers (baptism, marriage, burial), and—when helpful—census substitutes, military drafts, and emigration/immigration sources. When collections are offline, we indicate the archive or parish that holds them.

How long does it take to get preliminary results?

Preliminary checks typically take 1–3 business days, depending on record availability. If a locality requires contacting an office or parish, we’ll let you know the expected timing before proceeding.

Can you obtain official certificates?

Yes. Once we confirm where the record is held, we guide you to request official extracts or we can coordinate the request on your behalf, following the requirements of the Comune or parish (fees and processing times may vary by office).

What information do I need to start?

Ideally: full name, approximate birth year, known relatives (parents/spouse), and the Italian town or province. If you’re unsure of the exact town, any clue (naturalization papers, ship manifests, family letters) helps us narrow it down.

Do you cover all Italian regions, including Sicily and Southern Italy?

Yes. We work across all regions of Italy, including Sicily and Sardinia. Where records aren’t online, we identify the correct archive, parish, or municipal office and outline the best path to access the records.

What happens after the free preliminary step?

You’ll receive a brief assessment and a transparent proposal for any paid research or document procurement. You decide whether to proceed—there’s no obligation after the free step.

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