British Citizenship by Descent
You may be eligible for British citizenship by Descent if you have a British parent. It depends on where & when you were born, and your parent's circumstances. British citizenship is normally automatically passed down one generation to children born outside the UK.
We are experts in dealing with British citizenship applications and if instructed will carry out all the work on the application until the decision is received from the Home Office UKVI.
If you need legal advice or help with a UK visa application or any other immigration matter, get in touch with our highly experienced immigration solicitors in London on 0203 432 6006 or fill in our online enquiry form.
You were born on or after 1 July 2006
You're automatically a British citizen if you were born outside the UK and all of the following apply:
- you were born on or after 1 July 2006
- your mother or father was a British citizen when you were born
- your British parent could pass on their citizenship to you
You were born between 1983 and June 2006
You're automatically a British citizen if you were born outside the UK and all of the following apply:
- you were born between 1 January 1983 and 30 June 2006
- your mother or father was a British citizen when you were born (they must have been married if your father had British citizenship but your mother did not)
- your British parent could pass on their citizenship to you
Your British parent could pass on their citizenship to you if they were one of the following:
- born or adopted in the UK
- given citizenship after applying for it in their own right (not based on having a British parent)
- working as a Crown servant when you were born (for example in the diplomatic service, overseas civil service or armed forces)
You were born before 1983
You may automatically be a British citizen if you were born before 1 January 1983 and:
- you were born outside the UK
- your father is British
When you were born, your father must have been all of the following:
- a citizen of the United Kingdom and Colonies
- married to your mother
- able to pass on his citizenship to you
Your father could pass on his citizenship to you if he was one of the following:
- born or adopted in the UK
- given citizenship after applying for it in his own right (not based on having a British parent)
- working as a Crown servant when you were born (for example in the diplomatic service, overseas civil service or armed forces)
Why choose Western Solicitors
- Expertise: Our solicitors are legal experts in the field of immigration law and have years of experience in handling immigration cases.
- In-depth knowledge: Our immigration solicitors keep up to date with the latest changes and developments in immigration law. This means they can provide you with the most up-to-date and accurate advice on your specific immigration issue.
- Support: We will provide you with the necessary support and guidance throughout the immigration process. We will advise you on any legal requirements or potential obstacles that may arise.
- One-stop service: We will advise you about eligibility criteria, requirements, and required supporting documents. We will prepare your whole application and submit it to the Home Office.
- Time-saving: Applying for any type of visa or citizenship can be a complex and time-consuming process. By using our service, you can rest assured that your application will be prepared and submitted correctly, saving you time and stress.
- Better chance of success: We can help you to present your case effectively which can maximize your chances of success.
