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How long to get BC?!
Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 10:34 pm
by spike_UK
I'm about to apply for BC soon, just wondering how long should I expect to wait before to make phone calls and chase home office!!
I have hold PR for 12 months if that make any difference in the process ( slower or faster ). Thanks guys.
Re: How long to get BC?!
Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 10:48 pm
by CR001
it can take between 4 weeks and 6 months. the average time generally is about 6/7 weeks till you get the letter of approval and then it depends on availability of the council on how soon you can attend a ceremony to receive your certificate.
no point chasing home office, they wont tell you status of application if it is before 6 months after application.
Re: How long to get BC?!
Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 10:59 pm
by spike_UK
CR001 wrote:it can take between 4 weeks and 6 months. the average time generally is about 6/7 weeks till you get the letter of approval and then it depends on availability of the council on how soon you can attend a ceremony to receive your certificate.
no point chasing home office, they wont tell you status of application if it is before 6 months after application.
Clear point mate, just to confirm, I have PR doesn't make no difference does it?
I will give it 6 months then. Thank you.
Re: How long to get BC?!
Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 11:15 pm
by CR001
everyone needs PR or ILR to apply for citizenship so it makes no difference.
Re: How long to get BC?!
Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2014 6:53 am
by askmeplz82
CR001 wrote:everyone needs PR or ILR to apply for citizenship so it makes no difference.
i think OP wanted to say under EEA LAW he can apply for BC without PR but having PR certificate make it more simple