British Citizenship
From ILR to a British passport: the residence requirements, the application and the citizenship ceremony, with a calculator to check your days abroad.
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How to Apply for Your First British Passport
Once you become British, applying for a passport is the next step. Here is how to apply for your first adult British passport, the cost and how long it takes.
Dual Nationality: Can You Keep Your Original Citizenship?
The UK allows dual nationality, so becoming British does not mean losing your first citizenship. But your other country's rules matter just as much. Here is what to check.
The UK Citizenship Ceremony: What to Expect
Once your citizenship application is approved, the final step is a ceremony. Here is what happens, what you say, and what you get at the end.
How to Apply for British Citizenship: An Overview
A plain overview of who can apply for British citizenship, the main requirements, and the steps involved, with links to the official GOV.UK guidance.
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