Applying for British citizenship (naturalisation) is the ultimate goal for many foreign nationals living in the UK. British citizenship grants you the right to live permanently in the UK, vote in elections, access all public services, and obtain a British passport for visa-free travel.
At Intime Immigration Solicitors, we’re proud to maintain a 100% success rate for British citizenship applications, making us the trusted choice for individuals seeking to secure their permanent future in the UK.
Our experienced British citizenship solicitors provide personalised guidance throughout your naturalisation application process. Unlike many firms, you’ll work directly with a qualified solicitor from your very first consultation through to successful completion, ensuring the highest level of expertise and care for your case.
British citizenship (also known as naturalisation) is the process by which foreign nationals who have lived in the UK for a qualifying period can become full British citizens. Once you hold British citizenship, you have the same rights and responsibilities as any other British citizen.
British citizenship is your permanent status in the UK – it cannot be taken away in most circumstances, and it provides you with the security of knowing you can always live and work in the UK without immigration restrictions.
To successfully apply for British citizenship, you must meet several stringent eligibility criteria:
Standard Route (5-Year Route):
Marriage Route (3-Year Route):
You must hold one of the following statuses for at least 12 months before applying (unless married to a British citizen):
If you’re married to a British citizen, you can apply for British citizenship as soon as you receive settled status – you don’t need to wait 12 months.
All applicants over 10 years of age must demonstrate “good character.” The Home Office will assess:
Our British citizenship solicitors can help you understand how the good character requirement applies to your specific circumstances and advise on any potential issues.
Unless exempt, you must demonstrate English language proficiency at a minimum of CEFR level B1. This can be satisfied by:
The English language test costs approximately £150 and is valid for 2 years.
You must pass the Life in the UK Test, which demonstrates your knowledge of British history, culture, traditions, and the legal system. The test:
You must prepare using the official handbook “Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents.”
Applying for British citizenship involves several critical steps:
At Intime Immigration, we provide comprehensive support at every stage of this process. Our British citizenship solicitors carefully review your application to ensure all requirements are met, significantly reducing the risk of refusal.
The costs associated with applying for British citizenship include:
Main Application Fees:
Additional Costs:
Important: British citizenship application fees are non-refundable, even if your application is refused. This makes it crucial to ensure your application is properly prepared.
Children can acquire British citizenship through registration rather than naturalisation. The process is generally simpler:
Our solicitors can advise on the best route for your child’s British citizenship application.
Upon approval of your British citizenship application, you’ll receive an invitation to attend a citizenship ceremony. During the ceremony, you will:
The ceremony fee of £130 is included in your application fee. You are not a British citizen until you attend this ceremony.
Navigating the British citizenship application process can be complex and stressful. At Intime Immigration Solicitors, we offer several key advantages:
Our track record speaks for itself with a perfect success rate for British citizenship and naturalisation applications.
Unlike many firms, you’ll work with the same qualified British citizenship solicitor throughout your entire application process, not paralegals or case workers.
We only take on cases we genuinely believe will succeed, offering honest assessments and refusing to waste your time and money on applications with poor prospects.
Our fees are fair and competitive, with clear pricing structures and no hidden costs.
With our panel of experienced barristers, we provide exceptional representation for any judicial review proceedings if needed.
Established in 2022, our team brings extensive experience in all aspects of UK immigration law.
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We first understand all your current situation and British citizenship-related needs before we start working for you.
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Understanding your citizenship goals, we will pair you up with the perfect British citizenship solicitor.
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Every citizenship application has specific requirements. We will help you fulfil all requirements for your British citizenship application.
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Whether applying for British citizenship for the first time or needing help with any citizenship matter, we will make the journey smooth.
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If you need legal representation for judicial review or other citizenship matters, we have a team of the best immigration solicitors and barristers to help.
Here are some examples of how we’ve successfully helped individuals with their British citizenship applications:
Best immigration solicitor in the UK. This is my second successful application with Umar and the team. I would highly recommend using this immigration law firm. They simplify the process for you and tell you exactly what you need to provide so that your application can be successful. Looking forward to using them again for my indefinite leave to remain in a few years time.
Intime Immigration Solicitors proudly serves clients across North Wales, Cheshire, Manchester, and Stoke-on-Trent.
Our strategically located offices allow us to provide personalised British citizenship services to clients throughout these regions.
Our Chester office serves clients throughout North Wales and Cheshire, providing expert guidance on British citizenship applications.
Our local expertise allows us to offer face-to-face consultations and personalised service to individuals in this region.
From our Manchester office, we assist clients throughout Greater Manchester with their British citizenship applications.
Our solicitors understand the specific needs of our Manchester-based clients and provide tailored immigration advice.
Our Stoke-on-Trent location offers comprehensive British citizenship services to clients in Staffordshire.
We provide expert legal support for individuals navigating the UK naturalisation process in this region.
Standard processing times are around 6 months, though this can vary depending on the complexity of your case and current Home Office workloads.
It depends on the nature and timing of your offences. Minor offences may not prevent you from applying, but you must declare all convictions. Our solicitors can assess your specific situation.
The UK allows dual nationality, so you may be able to keep your original citizenship. However, some countries don’t allow dual nationality, so you should check your home country’s rules.
There is no right of appeal for refused citizenship applications. You may be able to request a reconsideration or make a fresh application. Our solicitors can advise on the best approach.
No, each person must make a separate application. However, children’s applications are generally simpler and use the registration process rather than naturalisation.
No, if you’ve already passed the Life in the UK Test for a previous application (such as ILR), you don’t need to take it again.
You’ll need extensive documentation, including your passport, immigration history, employment records, tax records, evidence of residence, and character references. Our solicitors will provide a comprehensive checklist.
Yes, you can travel during the application process, but you must ensure you don’t exceed the permitted absence limits and can return to the UK for any required appointments.
The Home Office fee is £1,735 for naturalisation (including ceremony fee). Additional costs may include English language tests, document translations, and legal fees.
Don’t leave your British citizenship application to chance. With our 100% success rate for citizenship applications, you can trust Intime Immigration Solicitors to provide expert guidance throughout the process.
Contact us today to arrange a consultation with one of our specialist British citizenship solicitors:
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