{"id":35071,"date":"2025-07-09T19:24:12","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T17:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mazzeschi.it\/mazzeschi-2025\/italian-citizenship\/italian-citizenship-by-residency\/"},"modified":"2025-10-13T12:09:23","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T10:09:23","slug":"italian-citizenship-by-residency","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mazzeschi.it\/zh-hans\/italian-citizenship\/italian-citizenship-by-residency\/","title":{"rendered":"Italian Citizenship by Residency &#8211; ZH"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading fs-2 mb-3 mt-0\">Who is Eligible for Italian Citizenship through Naturalization by Residency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People who have legally resided in Italy for a certain number of years (this vary from case to case) may be able to acquire citizenship, depending on their birthplace, on the citizenship of their parents or grandparents, their nationality, and the length of time they have legally resided in Italy. Normally, naturalization applications for non-EU citizens can be filed after ten years of legal residency in Italy, provided that the applicant has remained compliant with immigration and Italian taxation throughout this period. The general requirements are outlined below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reduced Residency Requirements for Italian Citizenship by Naturalization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications for naturalization can be filed&nbsp;<strong>after ten years of legal residence in Italy<\/strong>, which can be reduced to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 years<\/strong> who have parents or grandparents that were Italian citizens at birth<br><strong><em>Example:<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;Ettore\u2019s grandfather was an Italian citizen at birth. Ettore has now been living in Pisa, Italy for 2 years. Ettore can apply for Italian citizenship to the competent authorities after completing 2 years of uniterrupted registered residence.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3 years<\/strong>&nbsp;of legal residence, for those who were born in Italy <br><a><strong><em>Example:<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em>&nbsp;Elisa was born to foreign parents in Italy but moved abroad while still a minor. At the age of 20, she decides to move back to Italy. In this case, she may be eligible to apply for Italian citizenship after three years of continuous legal residence in Italy.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 years<\/strong>&nbsp;of legal residence for EU citizens<br><strong><em>Example:<\/em><\/strong><em>Isabelle is a Belgian citizen and has been living in Florence, Italy for four and a half years. Isabelle can apply for Italian citizenship after completing 4 years of continuos registered residence.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5&nbsp; years<\/strong> of legal residence are required for stateless persons, refugees, adult foreigners adopted by Italian citizens, and for children of individuals who have acquired Italian citizenship through naturalization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After <strong>5 years of service<\/strong> to the Italian State, even if performed abroad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading fs-2 mb-3 mt-5\">Our Assistance for Italian Citizenship through Naturalization by Residency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We provide advice and legal assistance for foreigners who may be entitled and would like to obtain Italian Citizenship through Naturalization.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our service begins with an initial assessment to determine your eligibility for Italian citizenship. Once eligibility is confirmed, we will provide you with a complete list of required documents, along with clear instructions on how to obtain them. After all necessary documentation has been gathered, we will handle the compilation and submission phase of your application. Our assistance continues through to the final adjudication of your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading fs-3\">Our services include:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list icon-list bi-check\">\n<li>Legal advice on citizenship compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Providing a customized checklist of required documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Advise on preparation of documents to submit and their procurement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp; Drafting and submission of citizenship application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading fs-3\">Extra Services:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list icon-list bi-plus\">\n<li>Translation and attestation of foreign documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Procurement of Italian documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fs-2 mb-3 mt-5\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fs-4 mb-4\">About Eligibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"faq-section py-0\">\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n\n                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione1-1\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione1-1\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-1\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Can I count the years of residency in Italy, even if I spent periods abroad?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-1\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione1-1\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>The required number of years should be uninterrupted. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione1-2\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione1-2\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-2\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Is residency the only requirement?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-2\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione1-2\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Requirements are based on the number of years of residency, an absence of criminal records, payment of tax in Italy and knowledge of the Italian language. Please contact us for further details. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione1-3\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione1-3\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-3\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Can I apply after a reduced period of time? In which case?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-3\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione1-3\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Non-EU applicants can apply after 10 years of residency and EU citizens after 4 years of residency. Reduced periods of just 3 years of residency are allowed if the applicant has an ancestor born in Italy or who has parents\/grandparents who are Italian citizens. <\/p>              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione1-4\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione1-4\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-4\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Can I apply even if I am resident abroad?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-4\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione1-4\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>The request of Italian citizenship is based on being currently resident in Italy. The applicant should have been resident in Italy for a certain number of years and have maintained his\/her residency throughout the whole process. <\/p>              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione1-5\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione1-5\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-5\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Am I eligible to apply even if my income is produced abroad?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione1-5\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione1-5\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione1\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>One of the basic requirements is proving a salary is produced and taxed in Italy.  <\/p>              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fs-4  mb-4\">Application Procedure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"faq-section py-0\">\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-faq_sezione2\">\n\n                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione2-1\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione2-1\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-1\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Will the Prefettura interview me?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-1\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione2-1\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione2\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>During the process the applicant should attend an appointment at the local Prefettura and submit all originals certificates. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione2-2\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione2-2\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-2\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Can I change my residency while the application is pending?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-2\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione2-2\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione2\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>It is advisable to change your residency only after the issuance of the file number K\/10\u2026 Then, you should immediately inform the authorities involved with your application. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione2-3\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione2-3\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-3\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Do I need to have all the documents ready before the online application?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-3\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione2-3\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione2\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Scanned copies of all documents should be uploaded during the online application, otherwise the request could be rejected. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione2-4\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione2-4\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-4\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Should I also submit original certificates?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione2-4\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione2-4\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione2\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Applicants should submit all original certificates during the appointment at the Prefettura. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fs-4 mb-4 mt-5\">Time frame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"faq-section py-0\">\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-faq_sezione3\">\n\n                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione3-1\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione3-1\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione3-1\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Is it possible for the process to take multiple years?\u201d              <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione3-1\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione3-1\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione3\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Italian authorities should make a decision within 4 years of the online application. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione3-2\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione3-2\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione3-2\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Is there a way to expedite the process?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione3-2\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione3-2\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione3\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>There is no way to expedite the process. It is advisable to prepare all necessary documents in order to avoid possible delays during the process.  <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fs-4  mb-4 mt-5\">Requirments &amp; Documentations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"faq-section py-0\">\n    <div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-faq_sezione4\">\n\n                <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione4-1\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione4-1\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-1\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Will past criminal charges have an impact on my citizenship application?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-1\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione4-1\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione4\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Applicants should produce criminal records for all countries of past and present residencies in order to prove they have no criminal charges.<\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione4-2\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione4-2\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-2\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Should I also procure Italian criminal records?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-2\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione4-2\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione4\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Italian criminal records won\u2019t be necessary because Italian authorities will make these checks with the local Procura. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione4-3\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione4-3\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-3\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Is it necessary to show the income and taxation for the whole period of residency in Italy?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-3\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione4-3\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione4\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>NO<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>Italian authorities only request tax forms for the last 3 years of residency, even if all requirements should remain valid until the end of the process. <\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione4-4\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione4-4\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-4\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                Can I obtain my language certificate attending a school outside of Italy?               <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n            <div id=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-4\"\n                 class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                 aria-labelledby=\"heading-faq_sezione4-4\"\n                 data-bs-parent=\"#accordion-faq_sezione4\">\n              <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                <p><b>YES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>You can attend a language school in Italy or abroad, however, it should be an official Institution listed by the Italian Ministry for citizenship applications.<\/p>\r\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n            <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading-faq_sezione4-5\">\n              <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed d-flex align-items-center gap-2\" type=\"button\"\n                data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-bs-target=\"#collapse-faq_sezione4-5\"\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                aria-controls=\"collapse-faq_sezione4-5\">\n                <span class=\"icon-toggle bi bi-plus-circle\"><\/span>\n                In there any exemption for the language certificate? 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