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Spouse eligible for BC a few months before I am

Post by Canopus » Sat Apr 04, 2020 8:59 pm

Dear all,

Hope you are keeping well in these times.

I have a query about when I will be eligible for BC. My spouse will apply for BC in August once they complete 12 months on ILR. I will complete my 12 months on ILR in October.

If my spouse gets their BC before October, say in September, am I immediately eligible to apply for BC or do I need to complete my 12 months on ILR separately?

Many thanks in advance for any guidance you can provide. Keep safe everyone.

Best wishes,
C

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Re: Spouse eligible for BC a few months before I am

Post by CR001 » Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:03 pm

Unlikely an approval and ceremony will occur in such a short space of time especially as all ceremonies are currently on hold during the pandemic so there will be a big backlog when things start up again.

From biometric appointment date to approval letter, it takes between 6 weeks and 6 months. You are only British once the ceremony has been attended and not when the approval letter is received.
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Re: Spouse eligible for BC a few months before I am

Post by Canopus » Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:14 pm

Thanks for your very prompt response, CR001. Much appreciated.

Please take care and stay safe.

Best wishes,
C

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