Naturalisation query

Hello all,

Im in a confusing situation over my Naturalisation application , i came to the UK in Oct 2002 as a Student and got my HSMP in Nov. 2005, subsequently i applied for my ILR in 2009 ( under JR) and got ILR on 13th Oct 2009, now i want apply for my Naturalisation and i am bit confused here, does my 5 years start from my Landing in the UK or the day i was given HSMP. also in my passport ILR stamp is dated for November 09 but i have a letter from HO stating that i am deemed to be on ILR since Oct 13th.

the question is can i apply for naturalisation from 13th Oct or i have to wait until November.

any answers will be much appreciated
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The start of the five years qualifying period is calculated backwards, from when the UKBA receives your application.

Your ILR started when it was deemed to start.

desiceltic wrote:the question is can i apply for naturalisation from 13th Oct or i have to wait until November.

13th Oct. onwards.

regards