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Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Tue Mar 15, 2022 11:36 pm
by yaofficial232
I lost my brp (which i am applying for replacement ) and was wondering if i can apply naturalisation with an ilr
but i read on the requirements
" *If you used one of these documents when you took the Knowledge of Life in the UK test you will be expected to use it again by enclosing it with your naturalisation application. "
i used a brp to do the life in the uk test but i lost it and want to use an ilr for the naturalisation application
has anyone applied for naturalisation with a different id then the one they used for the life in the uk
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 9:44 am
by alterhase58
People sometimes do loose their ID or passports inbetween taking tests and the application!
It is not an issue, just use your passport and your letter confirming ILR.
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 12:56 pm
by yaofficial232
hi thanks for the response
i dont have a passport only a indefinite leave to remain but it has no photo attached can i use that ? or will i require a photo id (which means i have to wait for my brp)
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:16 pm
by alterhase58
What do you travel with? Do you have a Travel Document issued by the Home Office?
The BRP is an ID but what do you as an ID now? I think the application will ask whether you have a passport.
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:19 pm
by yaofficial232
alterhase58 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:16 pm
What do you travel with? Do you have a Travel Document issued by the Home Office?
I have never travelled outside of the uk since i got here at 3 years old , was issued an ilr when i arrived
The BRP is an ID but what do you as an ID now? I think the application will ask whether you have a passport.
i have never had a passport
but i use my indefinite leave to remain document ? it was accepted as a form of id for my brp application and im wondering if it will be accepted for my naturalisation application since it has no photo attached
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:50 pm
by alterhase58
Valid Photo ID may not be required for the application itself (though an explanation will have to be given) as your biometrics will be taken at the appointment with UKVCAS - but you have to prove your identity to the UKBCAS agent (note they are not UKVI caseworkers). For most people that's a passport.
Can only suggest you get in touch with UKVCAS - you can draft your application online but don't submit/pay until you are clear what the requirements are.
https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/help-support
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:56 pm
by yaofficial232
alterhase58 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:50 pm
Valid Photo ID may not be required for the application itself (though an explanation will have to be given) as your biometrics will be taken at the appointment with UKVCAS - but you have to prove your identity to the UKBCAS agent (note they are not UKVI caseworkers). For most people that's a passport.
Can only suggest you get in touch with UKVCAS - you can draft your application online but don't submit/pay until you are clear what the requirements are.
https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/help-support
thanks so much i appreciate the support
that was all i needed i wont need this thread anymore
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:56 pm
by yaofficial232
alterhase58 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:50 pm
Valid Photo ID may not be required for the application itself (though an explanation will have to be given) as your biometrics will be taken at the appointment with UKVCAS - but you have to prove your identity to the UKBCAS agent (note they are not UKVI caseworkers). For most people that's a passport.
Can only suggest you get in touch with UKVCAS - you can draft your application online but don't submit/pay until you are clear what the requirements are.
https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/help-support
thanks so much i appreciate the support
that was all i needed i wont need this thread anymore
Re: Can i apply for naturalisation with a different id
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:58 pm
by alterhase58
OK, good luck, but if you do have further queries continue in this thread to keep everything together.