Achieve Your Dream of British Citizenship: Expert Nationality Application Guidance

British citizenship represents the culmination of your UK immigration journey, granting you the right to live and work in the UK permanently, vote in elections, and travel with full consular protection. With recent changes to the "good character" requirements and potential future rule changes, navigating the citizenship process has become more complex. Our IAA-regulated immigration advisers provide comprehensive guidance through naturalisation and registration applications, ensuring you meet all requirements for this life-changing milestone.

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Citizenship Specialists

Our IAA-regulated immigration advisers specialize in British nationality applications with extensive experience in naturalisation requirements, complex cases, and the latest changes to citizenship rules and good character assessments.

omprehensive Eligibility Review

We conduct thorough eligibility assessments, calculate qualifying periods, review absence records, assess good character requirements, and identify any potential issues before submitting your £1,630 non-refundable application.

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From Life in the UK test preparation to document compilation and form completion, we provide end-to-end citizenship application support, maximizing your chances of success at competitive professional rates.

Frequently Asked Questions About British Citizenship Applications

What are the basic requirements for British citizenship by naturalisation?

You must have lived in the UK for 5 years (or 3 years if married to a British citizen), hold ILR or settled status for at least 12 months, pass the Life in the UK test, meet English language requirements, demonstrate good character, and not have been absent for more than 450 days over 5 years or 90 days in the last 12 months.

How have the "good character" requirements changed in 2025?

From February 10, 2025, new rules state that anyone who previously entered the UK illegally will "normally" be refused British citizenship, regardless of how long ago this occurred. This affects people who arrived without valid entry clearance, including those who made dangerous journeys. Applications submitted before February 10, 2025 are assessed under previous rules.

What is the Life in the UK test and how do I prepare?

The Life in the UK test covers British history, culture, traditions, and laws. You need 75% to pass and can retake if necessary. The test costs £50 per attempt and must be passed before applying for citizenship. We recommend studying the official handbook and taking practice tests. The test is required for ages 18-64 unless medically exempt.

Do I need to demonstrate English language ability?

Yes, unless exempt. You need B1 level English (intermediate) through an approved SELT test, qualifying degree taught in English, or being from an exempt country (US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and certain Commonwealth nations). Ages 65+ and those with certain medical conditions may be exempt.

 

How much does British citizenship cost and how long does it take?

The application fee is £1,630 for adults (£1,214 for children) plus biometric enrollment (free). Processing typically takes 3-6 months. There's no right of appeal if refused, and fees are non-refundable. Priority services are not available for citizenship applications.

 

Can I hold dual citizenship with the UK?

Yes, the UK allows dual citizenship and you don't need to renounce your original nationality. However, check your home country's rules as some nations don't allow dual citizenship and may require you to choose. Many countries now permit multiple citizenships.

 

What happens if my application is refused?

You can request a reconsideration if you believe there was an error in the decision, but there's no automatic right of appeal. You lose your £1,630 fee regardless. Common refusal reasons include insufficient residence evidence, failed good character assessment, incomplete applications, or not meeting absence rules.

Should I apply now given the proposed immigration changes?

If you're eligible, applying soon is advisable. The government has announced plans to potentially increase the residence requirement from 5 to 10 years and make Life in the UK and English tests harder. These changes haven't been implemented yet, but early application protects you from future rule changes.

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