British Citizenship (Naturalisation)
Guidance on eligibility, documentation and application preparation.
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British citizenship by naturalisation allows eligible individuals to become full British citizens. Applications must meet residence, good character, language and knowledge requirements under UK nationality law.
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You may be eligible if you:
• Hold Indefinite Leave to Remain or Settled Status
• Have met the required residence period
• Satisfy absence limits
• Meet the English language requirement
• Have passed the Life in the UK test
• Meet the good character requirement -
Residence
Applicants must meet specific residence thresholds and absence limits during the qualifying period.Good Character
Applicants must demonstrate compliance with UK laws and immigration conditions.English Language & Knowledge of Life in the UK
Applicants must meet the English language requirement and pass the Life in the UK test unless exempt. -
• Assessment of eligibility under nationality law
• Review of residence history and absences
• Guidance on documentation requirements
• Preparation and structured review of the application
• Submission guidance and next steps -
Applications may be affected by excess absences, previous immigration breaches or criminal matters. Early assessment helps identify and address potential risks before submission.
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If you are considering applying for British citizenship, arrange a consultation to assess your position.