PR Confirmation & Citizenship question
Posted: Thu Sep 12, 2013 12:42 pm
Hi guys, I got my PR confirmation in December 2012
I understand that if I apply 1 year after the PR issue date I would not need to prove treaty rights again.
Though I want to apply before the english language changes kicks in.
So If i apply mid october, can I still go for option 2 as stated below as it is only about a little over a month for my full 1 year from the pr sticker? Or is the HO strict regarding having exactly 1 year from PR issue date.
Many Thanks,
kb
I understand that if I apply 1 year after the PR issue date I would not need to prove treaty rights again.
Though I want to apply before the english language changes kicks in.
So If i apply mid october, can I still go for option 2 as stated below as it is only about a little over a month for my full 1 year from the pr sticker? Or is the HO strict regarding having exactly 1 year from PR issue date.
Many Thanks,
kb
Q5: I'm a EEA national/family member of EEA national. When can I apply for naturalisation?
Under EEA regulations, Permanent Residence status is obtained automatically after 5 years of exercising treaty rights. You need to hold PR status for 1 year to be eligible for naturalisation (unless you are married to a BC) so effectively you can apply after 6 years of residence in the UK. Having a PR Confirmation (following EEA3/EEA4 application) is optional and is not required in order to apply for naturalisation.
You have two options:
1. Apply after 6 years in the UK. This includes 5 years of exercising treaty rights + 1 year with PR. You will need to provide proof of the 5 years (similar to what is needed in EEA3/EEA4 application). Form AN has a specific section (Q2.4-2.6) for such application.
2. Apply 1 year after the issue date of the PR Confirmation (EEA3/EEA4). In this case, there is no need to prove treaty rights again and normally just your passport (and Life in the UK test) is required.
If you hold a PR Confirmation for less than 1 year but have lived in the UK for 6 years, you can apply using option (1). The PR confirmation can only be used if you apply 1 year after the issue date.