Genealogy Research and Vital Records in Tuscany and Sardinia, Italy

Italian Birth, Marriage and Death Records and On-Site Genealogy Research in Tuscany and Sardinia

Tuscany and Sardinia are two important regions for Italian genealogy and family history research. I provide professional on-site research throughout both regions, helping clients locate Italian birth, marriage, and death records, historical family records, and other documents relating to their Italian ancestors.

Research may involve municipal Civil Registration Offices (Uffici dello Stato Civile), Registry Offices (Uffici Anagrafe), State Archives, diocesan archives, and local parishes, depending on the period and the type of record required.

I can assist with obtaining official birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout Tuscany and Sardinia. I also conduct genealogical research when records are not available online or when identifying the correct municipality, parish, or historical jurisdiction requires additional investigation.

These records may be required for Italian citizenship applications, genealogy and family history research, probate and inheritance matters, or other administrative and legal purposes.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in Tuscany

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout Tuscany.

Civil registration records are generally held by the municipality where the event was registered. For earlier generations, research may also involve the State Archives, diocesan archives, and local parish registers.

Tuscany has a complex administrative history, and some municipalities have changed names, merged, or been incorporated into other municipalities over time. Identifying the correct historical municipality can therefore be essential when locating older civil, parish, military, and archival records.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Arezzo

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Arezzo.

Municipalities in the Province of Arezzo

Anghiari, Arezzo, Badia Tedalda, Bibbiena, Bucine, Capolona, Caprese Michelangelo, Castel Focognano, Castel San Niccolò, Castelfranco Piandiscò, Castiglion Fibocchi, Castiglion Fiorentino, Cavriglia, Chitignano, Chiusi della Verna, Civitella in Val di Chiana, Cortona, Foiano della Chiana, Laterina Pergine Valdarno, Loro Ciuffenna, Lucignano, Marciano della Chiana, Monte San Savino, Montemignaio, Monterchi, Montevarchi, Ortignano Raggiolo, Pieve Santo Stefano, Poppi, Pratovecchio Stia, San Giovanni Valdarno, Sansepolcro, Sestino, Subbiano, Talla, and Terranuova Bracciolini.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Arezzo

The Province of Arezzo has undergone several municipal mergers and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Castelfranco di Sopra and Pian di Scò were formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2014 to create the present-day municipality of Castelfranco Piandiscò. Laterina and Pergine Valdarno were also formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2018 to create Laterina Pergine Valdarno.

Pratovecchio and Stia were separate municipalities until 2014, when they were merged to create the present-day municipality of Pratovecchio Stia. Ortignano and Raggiolo had previously been separate municipalities before being united as Ortignano Raggiolo.

These historical municipality names may appear in older birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents. When researching ancestors from the Province of Arezzo, it is therefore important to consider the municipality and administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Metropolitan City of Florence

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Metropolitan City of Florence.

Municipalities in the Metropolitan City of Florence

Bagno a Ripoli, Barberino di Mugello, Barberino Tavarnelle, Borgo San Lorenzo, Calenzano, Campi Bisenzio, Capraia e Limite, Castelfiorentino, Cerreto Guidi, Certaldo, Dicomano, Empoli, Fiesole, Figline e Incisa Valdarno, Firenze, Firenzuola, Fucecchio, Gambassi Terme, Greve in Chianti, Impruneta, Lastra a Signa, Londa, Marradi, Montaione, Montelupo Fiorentino, Montespertoli, Palazzuolo sul Senio, Pelago, Pontassieve, Reggello, Rignano sull'Arno, Rufina, San Casciano in Val di Pesa, San Godenzo, Scandicci, Scarperia e San Piero, Sesto Fiorentino, Signa, Vaglia, Vicchio, and Vinci.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Metropolitan City of Florence

The Metropolitan City of Florence has undergone several municipal mergers and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Figline Valdarno and Incisa in Val d'Arno were formerly separate municipalities and were merged in 2014 to create the present-day municipality of Figline e Incisa Valdarno. Scarperia and San Piero a Sieve were also separate municipalities before being merged in 2014 to create Scarperia e San Piero.

Barberino Val d'Elsa and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa were formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2019 to create the present-day municipality of Barberino Tavarnelle.

Other former municipalities and historical administrative areas, including Brozzi, Galluzzo, Legnaia, Pellegrino da Careggi, and Rovezzano, may also appear in older records relating to the territory of present-day Florence and surrounding municipalities.

These historical names can be important when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents. When researching ancestors from the Florence area, it is therefore important to consider the municipality and administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Grosseto

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Grosseto.

Municipalities in the Province of Grosseto

Arcidosso, Campagnatico, Capalbio, Castel del Piano, Castell'Azzara, Castiglione della Pescaia, Cinigiano, Civitella Paganico, Follonica, Gavorrano, Grosseto, Isola del Giglio, Magliano in Toscana, Manciano, Massa Marittima, Monte Argentario, Monterotondo Marittimo, Montieri, Orbetello, Pitigliano, Roccalbegna, Roccastrada, Santa Fiora, Scansano, Scarlino, Seggiano, Semproniano, and Sorano.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Grosseto

The Province of Grosseto has undergone a number of municipal and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Civitella Paganico includes several historic communities whose names may appear independently in older records, including Civitella Marittima, Paganico, Pari, and Casal di Pari. The present-day municipality of Civitella Paganico dates from 1928.

Historical municipality names and changes in administrative jurisdiction can affect where older records are preserved or catalogued. When researching ancestors from the Province of Grosseto, it is therefore important to consider the municipality and administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

These historical names can be particularly useful when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Livorno

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Livorno.

Genealogical research in the Province of Livorno may include both mainland municipalities and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, particularly the Island of Elba.

Municipalities in the Province of Livorno

Bibbona, Campiglia Marittima, Campo nell'Elba, Capoliveri, Capraia Isola, Castagneto Carducci, Cecina, Collesalvetti, Livorno, Marciana, Marciana Marina, Piombino, Porto Azzurro, Portoferraio, Rio, Rosignano Marittimo, San Vincenzo, Sassetta, and Suvereto.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Livorno

The Province of Livorno has undergone several municipal and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Rio Marina and Rio nell'Elba were formerly independent municipalities on the Island of Elba. In 2018, they were merged to create the present-day municipality of Rio. Older records relating to ancestors from this area may therefore be preserved or indexed under either Rio Marina or Rio nell'Elba.

Some municipalities also appear under earlier historical names. Porto Azzurro, for example, was historically known as Porto Longone, while Castagneto Carducci was formerly known as Castagneto Marittimo. These earlier names may appear in civil registration, parish, military, and other historical records.

When researching ancestors from the Province of Livorno, it is therefore important to consider both the present-day municipality and the historical name or administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Lucca

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Lucca.

Civil registration records are generally held by the municipality where the event was registered. For earlier generations, research may also involve the State Archives, municipal historical archives, diocesan archives, and local parish registers.

Municipalities in the Province of Lucca

Altopascio, Bagni di Lucca, Barga, Borgo a Mozzano, Camaiore, Camporgiano, Capannori, Careggine, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Castiglione di Garfagnana, Coreglia Antelminelli, Fabbriche di Vergemoli, Forte dei Marmi, Fosciandora, Gallicano, Lucca, Massarosa, Minucciano, Molazzana, Montecarlo, Pescaglia, Piazza al Serchio, Pietrasanta, Pieve Fosciana, Porcari, San Romano in Garfagnana, Seravezza, Sillano Giuncugnano, Stazzema, Vagli Sotto, Viareggio, Villa Basilica, and Villa Collemandina.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Lucca

The Province of Lucca has undergone several municipal mergers and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Fabbriche di Vallico and Vergemoli were formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2014 to create the present-day municipality of Fabbriche di Vergemoli. Sillano and Giuncugnano were also formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2015 to create the present-day municipality of Sillano Giuncugnano.

Historical records from the Garfagnana and other parts of the Province of Lucca may also reflect earlier administrative jurisdictions. For genealogical research, it may therefore be necessary to identify not only the present-day municipality but also the municipality and administrative territory that existed when the record was created.

These historical names can be particularly important when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Massa-Carrara

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Massa-Carrara.

Municipalities in the Province of Massa-Carrara

Aulla, Bagnone, Carrara, Casola in Lunigiana, Comano, Filattiera, Fivizzano, Fosdinovo, Licciana Nardi, Massa, Montignoso, Mulazzo, Podenzana, Pontremoli, Tresana, Villafranca in Lunigiana, and Zeri.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Massa-Carrara

The Province of Massa-Carrara has undergone important municipal and administrative changes that can affect genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to historical municipality names or administrative jurisdictions that differ from those used today.

One particularly important historical name is Apuania. In 1938, the municipalities of Massa, Carrara, and Montignoso were united to form the municipality of Apuania. This arrangement was later abolished, and Massa, Carrara, and Montignoso again became separate municipalities. As a result, records from this period may refer to Apuania rather than to the present-day municipality.

Historical records from the Lunigiana area may also reflect changes in municipal boundaries and administrative jurisdictions. When researching ancestors from this territory, it is therefore important to identify the municipality and jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

These historical names and administrative changes can be important when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Pisa

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Pisa.

Municipalities in the Province of Pisa

Bientina, Buti, Calci, Calcinaia, Capannoli, Casale Marittimo, Casciana Terme Lari, Cascina, Castelfranco di Sotto, Castellina Marittima, Castelnuovo di Val di Cecina, Chianni, Crespina Lorenzana, Fauglia, Guardistallo, Lajatico, Montecatini Val di Cecina, Montescudaio, Monteverdi Marittimo, Montopoli in Val d'Arno, Orciano Pisano, Palaia, Peccioli, Pisa, Pomarance, Ponsacco, Pontedera, Riparbella, San Giuliano Terme, San Miniato, Santa Croce sull'Arno, Santa Luce, Santa Maria a Monte, Terricciola, Vecchiano, Vicopisano, and Volterra.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Pisa

The Province of Pisa has undergone several municipal mergers and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Casciana Terme and Lari were formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2014 to create the present-day municipality of Casciana Terme Lari. Crespina and Lorenzana were also formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2014 to create Crespina Lorenzana.

Historical municipality names may also appear in older records from other parts of the province. When researching ancestors from the Province of Pisa, it is therefore important to consider both the present-day municipality and the municipality or administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

These historical names can be particularly useful when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Pistoia

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Pistoia.

Municipalities in the Province of Pistoia

Abetone Cutigliano, Agliana, Buggiano, Chiesina Uzzanese, Lamporecchio, Larciano, Marliana, Massa e Cozzile, Monsummano Terme, Montale, Montecatini Terme, Pescia, Pieve a Nievole, Pistoia, Ponte Buggianese, Quarrata, Sambuca Pistoiese, San Marcello Piteglio, Serravalle Pistoiese, and Uzzano.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Pistoia

The Province of Pistoia has undergone several municipal mergers and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

Abetone and Cutigliano were formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2017 to create the present-day municipality of Abetone Cutigliano. San Marcello Pistoiese and Piteglio were also formerly independent municipalities and were merged in 2017 to create San Marcello Piteglio.

Historical records may therefore continue to be catalogued or indexed under Abetone, Cutigliano, San Marcello Pistoiese, or Piteglio. When researching ancestors from the Province of Pistoia, it is important to consider the municipality and administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

These historical names can be particularly useful when locating birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, military records, and other archival documents.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Prato

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Prato.

Municipalities in the Province of Prato

Cantagallo, Carmignano, Montemurlo, Poggio a Caiano, Prato, Vaiano, and Vernio.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Prato

The Province of Prato was established in 1992, when its territory was separated from the Province of Florence. This relatively recent administrative change is important for genealogical research because older civil, military, and archival records relating to the present-day Province of Prato may be catalogued under the Province of Florence.

When researching ancestors from Prato, Cantagallo, Carmignano, Montemurlo, Poggio a Caiano, Vaiano, or Vernio, it is therefore important to consider the provincial jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

Historical administrative boundaries can affect where records are preserved or indexed, particularly when consulting State Archives, military records, and other historical collections.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Siena

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Siena.

Municipalities in the Province of Siena

Abbadia San Salvatore, Asciano, Buonconvento, Casole d'Elsa, Castellina in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Castiglione d'Orcia, Cetona, Chianciano Terme, Chiusdino, Chiusi, Colle di Val d'Elsa, Gaiole in Chianti, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Monteriggioni, Monteroni d'Arbia, Monticiano, Murlo, Piancastagnaio, Pienza, Poggibonsi, Radda in Chianti, Radicofani, Radicondoli, Rapolano Terme, San Casciano dei Bagni, San Gimignano, San Quirico d'Orcia, Sarteano, Siena, Sinalunga, Sovicille, Torrita di Siena, and Trequanda.

Former Municipalities and Historical Place Names in the Province of Siena

The Province of Siena has undergone several municipal and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may therefore refer to former municipalities or historical place names rather than to the municipalities used today.

San Giovanni d'Asso was formerly an independent municipality and was incorporated into the municipality of Montalcino in 2017. Older records relating to families from San Giovanni d'Asso may therefore continue to be preserved, catalogued, or indexed under the former municipality name.

Historical records relating to Siena may also refer to the former administrative municipalities known as Masse di Città and Masse di San Martino, which were later incorporated into Siena. These names can be important when researching nineteenth-century and earlier family records from the area surrounding the city.

When researching ancestors from the Province of Siena, it is therefore important to consider both the present-day municipality and the historical municipality or administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time the record was created.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in Sardinia

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout Sardinia.

Civil registration records are generally held by the municipality where the event was registered. For earlier generations, research may also involve State Archives, diocesan archives, municipal historical archives, and local parish registers.

Sardinia has undergone significant changes in its provincial and administrative organization. For genealogical research, it is therefore particularly important to identify the municipality and the administrative jurisdiction that existed at the time a historical record was created.

Older civil registration, parish, military, and archival records may refer to former provinces or historical administrative jurisdictions that differ from the present-day territorial organization.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Metropolitan City of Cagliari.

Municipalities in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari

Armungia, Assemini, Ballao, Barrali, Burcei, Cagliari, Capoterra, Castiadas, Decimomannu, Decimoputzu, Dolianova, Domus de Maria, Donori, Elmas, Escalaplano, Escolca, Esterzili, Genoni, Gergei, Gesico, Goni, Guamaggiore, Guasila, Isili, Mandas, Maracalagonis, Monastir, Monserrato, Muravera, Nuragus, Nurallao, Nuraminis, Nurri, Orroli, Ortacesus, Pimentel, Pula, Quartu Sant'Elena, Quartucciu, Sadali, Samatzai, San Basilio, San Nicolò Gerrei, San Sperate, San Vito, Sant'Andrea Frius, Sarroch, Selargius, Selegas, Senorbì, Serdiana, Serri, Sestu, Settimo San Pietro, Siliqua, Silius, Sinnai, Siurgus Donigala, Soleminis, Suelli, Ussana, Uta, Vallermosa, Villanova Tulo, Villaputzu, Villasalto, Villa San Pietro, Villasimius, Villasor, and Villaspeciosa.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari

The administrative organization of the Cagliari area has changed significantly over time, and these changes can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore be organized under provincial jurisdictions that differ from the present-day Metropolitan City of Cagliari.

The Metropolitan City of Cagliari was established in 2016 and initially included 17 municipalities. Following the most recent territorial reorganization of Sardinia, its boundaries were substantially expanded. Since June 2025, the Metropolitan City has included 70 municipalities.

Some municipalities that are now part of the Metropolitan City of Cagliari previously belonged to other provincial administrations, including the former Province of Cagliari and the former Province of South Sardinia. For genealogical research, it may therefore be necessary to search records according to the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the document was created.

Historical provincial names and administrative boundaries can be particularly important when locating State Archive records, military records, and other historical collections relating to ancestors from southern Sardinia.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia.

Municipalities in the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia

Aggius, Aglientu, Alà dei Sardi, Arzachena, Badesi, Berchidda, Bortigiadas, Buddusò, Budoni, Calangianus, Golfo Aranci, La Maddalena, Loiri Porto San Paolo, Luogosanto, Luras, Monti, Olbia, Oschiri, Padru, Palau, San Teodoro, Santa Teresa Gallura, Sant'Antonio di Gallura, Telti, Tempio Pausania, and Trinità d'Agultu e Vignola.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia

The administrative organization of north-eastern Sardinia has changed several times, making historical provincial jurisdictions particularly important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore be organized under jurisdictions different from the present-day Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia.

Many municipalities in this area were previously part of the Province of Sassari. From 2005, much of the territory was administered as the Province of Olbia-Tempio, a provincial name that may therefore appear in more recent administrative and genealogical records.

Following subsequent territorial reforms, the Province of Olbia-Tempio was abolished and its municipalities were incorporated into other administrative structures. The present-day Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia became operational in 2025, with Olbia and Tempio Pausania as its capitals.

When researching ancestors from this area, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. References to Sassari, Olbia-Tempio, or Gallura North-East Sardinia may all be relevant depending on the period being researched.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Medio Campidano

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Medio Campidano.

Municipalities in the Province of Medio Campidano

Arbus, Barumini, Collinas, Furtei, Genuri, Gesturi, Gonnosfanadiga, Guspini, Las Plassas, Lunamatrona, Pabillonis, Pauli Arbarei, Samassi, San Gavino Monreale, Sanluri, Sardara, Segariu, Serramanna, Serrenti, Setzu, Siddi, Tuili, Turri, Ussaramanna, Villacidro, Villamar, Villanovaforru, and Villanovafranca.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Medio Campidano

The administrative organization of the Medio Campidano area has changed several times, making historical provincial jurisdictions important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore be organized under jurisdictions different from the present-day Province of Medio Campidano.

The Province of Medio Campidano was established as part of the reorganization of Sardinia's provincial system and became operational in 2005. Before its establishment, the municipalities of this area were primarily associated with the Province of Cagliari.

The former Province of Medio Campidano was subsequently abolished, and its territory became part of the Province of South Sardinia. Following the most recent reorganization of Sardinia's local authorities, the Province of Medio Campidano was re-established and became operational again in 2025.

When researching ancestors from this area, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. References to the Province of Cagliari, the former Province of Medio Campidano, the Province of South Sardinia, or the present-day Province of Medio Campidano may all be relevant depending on the period being researched.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Nuoro

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Nuoro.

Municipalities in the Province of Nuoro

Aritzo, Atzara, Austis, Belvì, Birori, Bitti, Bolotana, Borore, Bortigali, Desulo, Dorgali, Dualchi, Fonni, Gadoni, Galtellì, Gavoi, Irgoli, Lei, Loculi, Lodè, Lodine, Lula, Macomer, Mamoiada, Meana Sardo, Noragugume, Nuoro, Oliena, Ollolai, Olzai, Onanì, Onifai, Oniferi, Orani, Orgosolo, Orosei, Orotelli, Ortueri, Orune, Osidda, Ottana, Ovodda, Posada, Sarule, Seulo, Silanus, Sindia, Siniscola, Sorgono, Teti, Tiana, Tonara, and Torpè.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Nuoro

The Province of Nuoro has undergone several territorial and administrative changes that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore refer to provincial jurisdictions that differ from the present-day Province of Nuoro.

Historically, the territory administered from Nuoro has changed as Sardinia's provincial boundaries were reorganized. In particular, municipalities in the Ogliastra area have at different times been associated with the Province of Nuoro or with a separate Province of Ogliastra.

Following the most recent territorial reorganization of Sardinia, the present-day Province of Nuoro and the Province of Ogliastra became fully operational as separate entities on May 1, 2025.

When researching ancestors from this area, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. Historical references to the Province of Nuoro or the Province of Ogliastra may both be relevant depending on the municipality and the period being researched.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Ogliastra

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Ogliastra.

Municipalities in the Province of Ogliastra

Arzana, Bari Sardo, Baunei, Cardedu, Elini, Gairo, Girasole, Ilbono, Jerzu, Lanusei, Loceri, Lotzorai, Osini, Perdasdefogu, Seui, Talana, Tertenia, Tortolì, Triei, Ulassai, Urzulei, Ussassai, and Villagrande Strisaili.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Ogliastra

The administrative organization of the Ogliastra area has changed several times, making historical provincial jurisdictions important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore be organized under jurisdictions different from the present-day Province of Ogliastra.

For many years, the municipalities of Ogliastra formed part of the Province of Nuoro. A separate Province of Ogliastra later became operational in 2005, before being abolished during a subsequent reorganization of Sardinia's provincial system and its territory being incorporated again into the Province of Nuoro.

Following the most recent territorial reorganization of Sardinia, the Province of Ogliastra was re-established and became fully operational again on May 1, 2025.

When researching ancestors from this area, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. References to the Province of Nuoro or the Province of Ogliastra may both be relevant depending on the period being researched.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Oristano

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Oristano.

Municipalities in the Province of Oristano

Abbasanta, Aidomaggiore, Albagiara, Ales, Allai, Arborea, Ardauli, Assolo, Asuni, Baradili, Baratili San Pietro, Baressa, Bauladu, Bidonì, Bonarcado, Boroneddu, Bosa, Busachi, Cabras, Cuglieri, Curcuris, Flussio, Fordongianus, Ghilarza, Gonnoscodina, Gonnosnò, Gonnostramatza, Laconi, Magomadas, Marrubiu, Masullas, Milis, Modolo, Mogorella, Mogoro, Montresta, Morgongiori, Narbolia, Neoneli, Norbello, Nughedu Santa Vittoria, Nurachi, Nureci, Ollastra, Oristano, Palmas Arborea, Pau, Paulilatino, Pompu, Riola Sardo, Ruinas, Sagama, Samugheo, San Nicolò d'Arcidano, San Vero Milis, Santa Giusta, Santu Lussurgiu, Scano di Montiferro, Sedilo, Seneghe, Senis, Sennariolo, Siamaggiore, Siamanna, Siapiccia, Simala, Simaxis, Sini, Siris, Soddì, Solarussa, Sorradile, Suni, Tadasuni, Terralba, Tinnura, Tramatza, Tresnuraghes, Ulà Tirso, Uras, Usellus, Villa Sant'Antonio, Villa Verde, Villanova Truschedu, Villaurbana, Zeddiani, and Zerfaliu.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Oristano

The Province of Oristano has a long administrative history that can be important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may refer to different provincial jurisdictions depending on the period in which the record was created.

Before the establishment of the Province of Oristano, municipalities in this area were administered under other provincial jurisdictions in Sardinia. Historical records may therefore be preserved or catalogued according to the administrative organization that existed at the time.

Unlike several other Sardinian provinces, the territory of the Province of Oristano was not modified by the most recent reorganization of Sardinia's provincial system. The Province of Oristano continues to form part of the current territorial organization of the island.

When researching ancestors from the Province of Oristano, it is therefore important to consider both the present-day municipality and the historical administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Metropolitan City of Sassari

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Metropolitan City of Sassari.

Municipalities in the Metropolitan City of Sassari

Alghero, Anela, Ardara, Banari, Benetutti, Bessude, Bonnanaro, Bono, Bonorva, Borutta, Bottidda, Bultei, Bulzi, Burgos, Cargeghe, Castelsardo, Cheremule, Chiaramonti, Codrongianos, Cossoine, Erula, Esporlatu, Florinas, Giave, Illorai, Ittireddu, Ittiri, Laerru, Mara, Martis, Monteleone Rocca Doria, Mores, Muros, Nughedu San Nicolò, Nule, Nulvi, Olmedo, Osilo, Ossi, Ozieri, Padria, Pattada, Perfugas, Ploaghe, Porto Torres, Pozzomaggiore, Putifigari, Romana, Santa Maria Coghinas, Sassari, Sedini, Semestene, Sennori, Siligo, Sorso, Stintino, Tergu, Thiesi, Tissi, Torralba, Tula, Uri, Usini, Valledoria, Viddalba, and Villanova Monteleone.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Metropolitan City of Sassari

The administrative organization of northern Sardinia has changed significantly over time, making historical provincial jurisdictions important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore refer to administrative jurisdictions different from the present-day Metropolitan City of Sassari.

For many years, the Province of Sassari covered a considerably larger territory in northern Sardinia. Subsequent territorial reforms created new provincial administrations and changed the jurisdiction of a number of municipalities, particularly in the Gallura area.

Following the most recent reorganization of Sardinia's local authorities, the Metropolitan City of Sassari became operational in 2025, replacing the former Province of Sassari within the new territorial structure. The municipalities of Gallura Nord-Est Sardegna now form a separate province.

When researching ancestors from northern Sardinia, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. Historical references to the Province of Sassari, the former Province of Olbia-Tempio, the Metropolitan City of Sassari, or the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia may be relevant depending on the municipality and the period being researched.

Genealogy Research and Vital Records in the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente

I provide professional genealogy research and assistance in obtaining birth, marriage, and death records from municipalities throughout the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente.

Municipalities in the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente

Buggerru, Calasetta, Carbonia, Carloforte, Domusnovas, Fluminimaggiore, Giba, Gonnesa, Iglesias, Masainas, Musei, Narcao, Nuxis, Perdaxius, Piscinas, Portoscuso, San Giovanni Suergiu, Santadi, Sant'Anna Arresi, Sant'Antioco, Teulada, Tratalias, Villamassargia, and Villaperuccio.

Historical Administrative Changes in the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente

The administrative organization of the Sulcis Iglesiente area has changed several times, making historical provincial jurisdictions particularly important for genealogical research. Older civil registration, military, and archival records may therefore refer to jurisdictions different from the present-day Province of Sulcis Iglesiente.

Many municipalities in this area historically formed part of the Province of Cagliari. A separate Province of Carbonia-Iglesias later became operational in 2005 and administered much of the Sulcis Iglesiente territory.

The Province of Carbonia-Iglesias was subsequently abolished, and its territory became part of the Province of South Sardinia. Following the most recent reorganization of Sardinia's local authorities, the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente was established as part of the current provincial structure.

The municipality of Teulada was subsequently transferred from the Metropolitan City of Cagliari to the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente.

When researching ancestors from this area, it is therefore important to consider the administrative jurisdiction that existed when the record was created. References to the Province of Cagliari, the former Province of Carbonia-Iglesias, the Province of South Sardinia, or the present-day Province of Sulcis Iglesiente may all be relevant depending on the municipality and the period being researched.

Genealogy and Historical Records in Tuscany and Sardinia

Genealogical research in Tuscany and Sardinia may involve a wide range of historical sources in addition to civil birth, marriage, and death records.

Depending on the location and period being researched, I can consult State Archives, municipal historical archives, diocesan archives, and local parish registers to locate records relating to Italian ancestors and reconstruct family histories.

Research may include civil registration records, parish baptism, marriage, and burial registers, military records, historical population and family records, and other archival sources. When records are not available online, on-site research may be necessary to identify and obtain the relevant documents.

Historical changes in municipality names, provincial boundaries, and administrative jurisdictions can also affect where records are preserved. Identifying the correct historical location is therefore an important part of genealogical research in both Tuscany and Sardinia.

Examples of Italian Genealogy and Vital Records from Tuscany and Sardinia

Below are examples of Italian birth, marriage, death, baptismal, and other official records obtained from municipalities, diocesan archives, and other authorities in Tuscany and Sardinia. These documents illustrate some of the records that may be located or obtained as part of genealogical research, Italian citizenship applications, and other administrative or legal matters.

Italian Birth Extract issued by the Municipality of Lucca, Tuscany

Italian Birth Extract with Parents' Names issued by the Municipality of Cagliari, Sardinia

Baptismal Certificate from the Diocese of Lucca, Tuscany

Italian Marriage Extract issued by the Municipality of Casole d’Elsa, Tuscany

Full Copy of an Italian Death Record

Full Copy of a Birth Record issued by the Municipality of Carrara, Tuscany

Italian Marriage Certificate issued by the Municipality of Santu Lussurgiu, Sardinia

Apostille Services in Tuscany and Sardinia, Italy

If an Italian document is intended for use abroad, an Apostille may be required by the authority receiving the document.

I can assist with obtaining an Apostille for eligible Italian documents issued in Tuscany and Sardinia, including civil records and other official documents. The Apostille is obtained from the competent Italian authority according to the type of document and the place where it was issued.

Once the document and Apostille are ready, they can be shipped internationally by FedEx or UPS.

Apostille issued in Nuoro, Sardinia, for an Italian Official Document

Need Genealogy Research or Vital Records from Tuscany or Sardinia?

If you need help locating your Italian ancestors or obtaining official birth, marriage, or death records from Tuscany or Sardinia, I can assist with professional genealogy research and document retrieval directly in Italy.

Please provide as much information as possible about your ancestor, including full name, approximate date and place of birth, marriage, or death, and the names of parents or spouse when known. This information will help me evaluate the research and determine the appropriate municipality, archive, or parish to contact.

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