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British Citizenship

The highest status the UK can confer — expert guidance on your path to becoming a British citizen.

Overview

What is the British Citizenship?

British Citizenship grants you the full rights of a UK national — including the ability to hold a British passport, which offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 186 countries.

Wizeadvice guides you through the naturalisation or registration process, ensuring your application is complete, accurate and submitted with the best possible chance of success.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Hold ILR, Indefinite Leave to Enter or Settled Status for at least 12 months
  • Have not spent more than 450 days outside the UK in the 5 years preceding the application
  • Have not spent more than 90 days outside the UK in the 12 months before the application
  • Be of good character (no serious criminal record)
  • Pass the Life in the UK test
  • English language proficiency at B1 level or above

Required Documents

Current and all previous passports
ILR or Settled Status evidence
Life in the UK test pass certificate
English language certificate
Criminal record certificate (from countries lived in, if required)
Two character references
Full travel history for the past 5 years
Biometric photograph (passport standard)

Application Process

1

Eligibility Assessment

We review your absence record, character history and language evidence.

2

Document Preparation

We compile all required documents for your naturalisation application.

3

Form AN Completion

We complete the online naturalisation form AN carefully and accurately.

4

Biometric Enrolment

We support you through your UKVCAS biometric appointment.

5

Citizenship Ceremony

Once approved, you will be invited to attend a citizenship ceremony to receive your certificate.

6

British Passport Application

After your ceremony, we guide you through applying for your British passport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The UK permits dual citizenship. However, whether you can retain your existing nationality depends on the laws of your current country of citizenship.

Free Consultation

Get expert advice on your British Citizenship application at no charge.

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