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Applying when outside of UK
Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2022 6:24 pm
by TarunS1783
Hi,
I have completed my naturalisation application online, however have had to go on a work trip abroad for 3 weeks. Can I submit my application while abroad or do I need to be in the UK to submit my application?
Thanks
Re: Applying when outside of UK
Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2022 6:45 pm
by alterhase58
Shouldn't be an issue - you are returning to the UK and not going to reside abroad.
Not aware of any provision saying you must hit the submit button whilst in the UK.
Re: Applying when outside of UK
Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2022 8:41 pm
by secret.simon
TarunS1783 wrote: ↑Sun Feb 20, 2022 6:24 pm
do I need to be in the UK to submit my application?
Yes.
You are
expected to submit a naturalisation application from within the UK.
And you are
expected to attend the citizenship ceremony within the UK.
And applying for your first British passport from abroad may trigger a review of whether you were not entirely truthful about the future intentions requirement.