Can I get UK citizenship through my child?

A child may also be British by descent. That means they were born outside of the UK, but may have acquired the right to British citizenship through their parents. In these circumstances, the child will need to have been registered as a British citizen (this is the equivalent of naturalisation for adults).

How long does it take to become a UK citizen?

You can apply for UK citizenship by naturalization after five years of residence in the UK, as long as this includes at least 12 months of either indefinite leave or EU settled status. This can be sooner under certain circumstances, such as if you are married to a British citizen.

How can I bring my child to UK?

UK Entry Clearance

1. The child must be under the age of 18 at the date of application;
2. The child must not be married or in a civil partnership;
3. The child must not have formed an independent family unit;
4. The child must not be leading an independent life; and.

How do I prove my 5 year residency UK?

If you want to prove you’ve lived in the UK for a different 5 years

1. tax documents – for example your P60 or P45.
2. a letter from your employer confirming your employment.
3. pension statements showing your employer’s pension contributions.
4. council tax bills.
5. mortgage statements for a house or flat.

Can I apply for a British passport for my child?

To apply for a British passport for your child, you must provide specific documentation. The UKVI will accept only original documents or official copies of certificates. Certified copies and photocopies are not accepted and will make your application invalid. Your child’s full birth or adoption certificate.

How can I bring my family to the UK?

There are three broad ways to bring your family to the UK. They can apply on their own to visit you for a short time, or you can bring them over as dependants if you’re working or studying in the UK. If you’re a British citizen, have an ancestry visa or have been granted indefinite leave to remain (ILR), your family can also join you. 1.

Can I get British citizenship if my parents are British?

Through British citizenship by descent, individuals who were not born abroad can naturalise in the UK based on their parents or grandparents’ nationality status. To qualify, the child’s parents need to be British nationals and to have lived in the UK for a continuous period of at last three years, with no more of 270 days of absence.

Who is responsible for my child if I move to UK?

You or your partner (who’s also a parent) must be solely responsible for your child. Children over 18 can only be included as a dependant if they had permission to stay in the UK on a family visa when they were under 18, and they don’t live an independent life.