How to apply for British Citizenship Online I Step by Step Guide

Описание: UK Citizenship Application (ILR / ILE – 5-Year Route) Step-by-Step Guide
Applying for British citizenship online can be confusing, especially if you hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or Indefinite Leave to Enter (ILE). This step-by-step guide explains the 5-year route, covering eligibility, fees, evidence submission, and how to avoid common mistakes that cause delays or refusals.

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: British Citizenship Application (ILR / ILE – 5-Year Route)
00:42 – Understanding Fees & Cost Breakdown
01:00 – Start Your Application & Enter Personal Details
03:12 – Select Citizenship Ceremony & Oath Location
03:49 – Enter Passport Details Correctly
04:50 – Confirm ILR / ILE / Settled Status & Grant Date
05:57 – Life in the UK Test: Key Requirements
07:03 – English Language Requirement & Exemptions
09:24 – Disclose Criminal Record, Debt & Immigration Issues
10:19 – Good Character Requirement Explained
10:51 – Referees for British Citizenship: Rules & Examples
18:00 – Date of Entry & 5-Year Residence Start Date
19:12 – Absences from the UK: 450 / 90-Day Rules Explained
24:00 – Supporting Documents Checklist: Avoid Refusal
25:35 – Referee Declaration Forms: Download & Upload
26:19 – Final Declaration & Payment Process
27:02 – TLScontact: Upload Documents & Book Biometrics
29:01 – Decision Timeline, Ceremony & Next Steps for British Passport
Top Tip
Most British citizenship applications are delayed or refused not because of ineligibility, but due to missing, unclear, or incorrectly uploaded evidence. This guide walks you through the process so you can submit a complete and accurate application the first time.

Official Guidance
UK Government – Apply for British citizenship: https://visas-immigration.service.gov.uk
Naturalisation Guide (October 2025): https://assets.publishing.service.gov...
Apply for Naturalisation (GOV.UK): https://www.gov.uk/apply-citizenship-...

⚠️ Important – Spouse Route Applicants
This video does NOT cover the 3-year spouse route.
If you are married to a British citizen and applying after 3 years with Settled Status / ILR, you must use the spouse route application form:
https://www.gov.uk/apply-citizenship-...
Absence rules (3-year spouse route)
Maximum 270 days outside the UK in the last 3 years
Maximum 90 days outside the UK in the last 12 months

⚠️ Disclaimer
This video is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration rules and Home Office policies may change; while all effort is made to ensure accuracy, no liability is accepted for errors or omissions. Always seek independent legal advice for your personal situation.

Regulatory Disclosure
Sarvesh Saxena is a Member of the Bar of England & Wales and authorised to provide unreserved legal services only. No Rights of Audience.



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